Art director, copy editor and strategist of interactive media, CMS-based websites, social media strategy, SEO, and common sense online marketing for small-to-medium sized business. UX and UI development according to established standards and best practices, and development of site map and wireframes where appropriate.Application of appropriate technologies suitable for client needs. Specialize in Joomla and Wordpress platform design and development, webhosting management, MySQL,… Show more Art director, copy editor and strategist of interactive media, CMS-based websites, social media strategy, SEO, and common sense online marketing for small-to-medium sized business. UX and UI development according to established standards and best practices, and development of site map and wireframes where appropriate.Application of appropriate technologies suitable for client needs. Specialize in Joomla and Wordpress platform design and development, webhosting management, MySQL, and the deployment (to date) of more than 40 sites. Provided client training and designed training materials for website operation. Performed regularly website security monitoring Directed and deployed the redesign of websites for the International Institute for Restorative Practices, Reading Terminal Market, TGW Conveyors, Philadelphia Futures, and many others. www.coffeecupmedia.com Show less

Take approved concepts for Organon brand tactics through final artwork to proof check and approval. Adapt design visuals and artwork into specified layouts and other digital/print workUse past learnings and data to enhance submitted assets, using methods such as photo retouching, updating of graphic elements and information files, while adhering to strict brand guidelines and standards within a highly regulated environment.

Worked within an Agile team work to create email and banner ad tactics for the 2021 launch of the VAXELIS vaccine. Built composites consisting of brand imagery and messaging to be utilized by agency and job owners within the Content Management System.Completed production build for digital and print tactics, matching to approved mockups, using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, proprietary tools, and CMSCollaborated with content management team members and editorial to ensure… Show more Worked within an Agile team work to create email and banner ad tactics for the 2021 launch of the VAXELIS vaccine. Built composites consisting of brand imagery and messaging to be utilized by agency and job owners within the Content Management System.Completed production build for digital and print tactics, matching to approved mockups, using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, proprietary tools, and CMSCollaborated with content management team members and editorial to ensure final production files are consistent with business expectations; resolve any errors and produce output for Medical and Legal reviewWorked closely with brand teams, creative agencies, and regulatory team members to ensure that accurate and compliant content is used in promotional materials.Position ended because Aquent lost the contract for this role. Show less

Managed and implemented interactive projects for a variety of clients that included the design, construction, and deployment of CMS-driven, standards-compliant websites, email campaigns, Powerpoint presentations, SEO campaigns, and online marketing consultations. Specialized in Joomla and Wordpress open-source content management system design and deployment and fluent in CSS, HTML, and design technology. Directed and deployed the redesign of websites for Barra Foundation, Bryn… Show more Managed and implemented interactive projects for a variety of clients that included the design, construction, and deployment of CMS-driven, standards-compliant websites, email campaigns, Powerpoint presentations, SEO campaigns, and online marketing consultations. Specialized in Joomla and Wordpress open-source content management system design and deployment and fluent in CSS, HTML, and design technology. Directed and deployed the redesign of websites for Barra Foundation, Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church, Astral Artists, Episcopal Community Services, and others. www.art270.com. Show less

Design and production work on a variety of promotional and informational projects from clients such as Masterfoods (Snickers, M&Ms) and Johnson & Johnson. Designed and coded web site projects for J&J products and programs; InformationEDGE and the LifeScan rebate program. 1061 Rydal Road, Rydal, PA.

Creative Director and Information Technology officer for a restaurant consulting firm, responsible for menu design, logo design, business planning reports, web site design, and marketing programs for small and large restaurant clients. Installed and administered a network of Macintosh and PC systems along with a Microsoft Small Business Server. Co-managed team of four employees and interns

PFS builds financial management software for Fortune 500 companies. Responsible for the design and production of in-house print collateral and corporate communications. Projects include production of program materials for annual client conference (PFACC); product brochures; in-house communications; and other collateral.

Bootstrapped publications exploring the back roads and Main Streets of America, targeting towards an upscale educated audience. Sold to Ball Publishing in 2000, reacquired in 2002.Responsible for freelance coordination, production, distribution, information technology, and advertising sales for a magazine with a circulation topping out at 20,000. Managed a staff of 14 full-time and freelance employees at any given time.Art directed and copywrote direct mail piece that… Show more Bootstrapped publications exploring the back roads and Main Streets of America, targeting towards an upscale educated audience. Sold to Ball Publishing in 2000, reacquired in 2002.Responsible for freelance coordination, production, distribution, information technology, and advertising sales for a magazine with a circulation topping out at 20,000. Managed a staff of 14 full-time and freelance employees at any given time.Art directed and copywrote direct mail piece that generated a 9% response. Roadside was featured in Yankee Magazine, the Boston Globe, the New York Times, USA Today, the Wall Street Journal, and on National Public Radio, Food Network, History Channel, and more.Designed and developed one of the earliest blogs on the Internet in 1997. Other responsibilities included public speaking, media appearances, and strategic planning. Published in print from October, 1990 until February 2001. Website URL: http://www.roadsideonline.com/ Show less

Designed and managed a variety of projects for various clients in hospitality, software, advertising, and construction industries.

Art and photo direction for Westfield Gas & Electric Annual Report for the years 1995 and 1996Art direction for Heckler Brau beer collateral and P.O.P. displays. Art and photo direction for Great Barrington Savings Bank print advertising campaign campaign also involving copy writing and photo editing.

Designed and produced catalogues featuring specialty medical products using then-new Macintosh publishing hardware and software. Position also made me responsible for recommending technology purchases and network design.

I was part of a team that converted the company's photo-based type library to digital formats.

In my first professional job as a graphic designer, I was immediately put to work designing and producing intra-office and consumer manuals and publications.