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Ferndale, Mi, Us

Detroit Metropolitan Area

• Hands-on creation of visual elements for marketing materials.• Create plans and tactics to effectively communicate and strengthen the non-profit's brand.• Collaborate with internal teams to align creative efforts with organizational goals.• Ensure consistency and cohesiveness in visual communication across various channels.

Novi, Michigan, United States

• Lead and reviewed the work of the Creative Team for all web, print, and digital marketing collateral.• Produced fresh, innovative work that translated complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences.• Packaging, Product Development, Marketing, Branding, and Trade Shows development.• Successfully brought (4) New Products to market in 2023.• Prioritized work and resources across engagements, based on short- and long-term needs.• Developed schedules by… Show more • Lead and reviewed the work of the Creative Team for all web, print, and digital marketing collateral.• Produced fresh, innovative work that translated complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences.• Packaging, Product Development, Marketing, Branding, and Trade Shows development.• Successfully brought (4) New Products to market in 2023.• Prioritized work and resources across engagements, based on short- and long-term needs.• Developed schedules by collaborating with designers, social media specialists, and copywriters.• Anticipated problems that may impede a project from completing on time and implement solutions. Show less

• Coordinated freelance designers, consultants and vendors to meet all project requirements and achieve client objectives in a unique, memorable way.• Created proposal layout and design for multiple projects and contracts under extremely tight deadlines.• Established trusting relationships with designers, vendors, and clients including multi-site and franchises.

New York, Ny

• Mentored and instructed a small team of 5, including junior designers, photographers and videographers.• Worked closely with Creative Director to create vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet deadlines and requirements.• Consistently recognized for fresh and innovative ideas and applications.

New York, Ny

• Designed logos, packaging, digital assets and graphics for marketing and sales presentations, training videos and corporate websites• Developed concepts and designs for digital and print products utilizing Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator• Designed graphics for use in campaigns, and online publication with a reach of over 30,000

Corporate Office - Southfield, Mi

• Worked directly with the Marketing Director to create store signage, print & digital ads, and marketing materials for 60 franchise locations.• Successfully translated subject matter into concrete design for store signage, newsletters, promotional materials and sales collateral.• Maintained corporate website.

Southfield, Mi

• Graphic Design Internship at mobile phone franchise company where I sharpened my design skills, participated in design team meetings, and helped with projects, created digital assets, and contributed social media content.

Royal Oak, Mi

• Worked with a variety of clients in the Metro Detroit and remotely to provide digital design services, art direction, IT & marketing support.• Created and revamped company logos and marketing collateral, boosting brand image and providing consistency.• Developed look and feel of SaaS learning platform, providing visual assets while working with developers on UI/UX.• Designed, built, and maint.ined websites using HTML & CSS, WordPress and other CMS.• Clients in: MI, NY, MA… Show more • Worked with a variety of clients in the Metro Detroit and remotely to provide digital design services, art direction, IT & marketing support.• Created and revamped company logos and marketing collateral, boosting brand image and providing consistency.• Developed look and feel of SaaS learning platform, providing visual assets while working with developers on UI/UX.• Designed, built, and maint.ined websites using HTML & CSS, WordPress and other CMS.• Clients in: MI, NY, MA, IL, MO, NJ, VA, TN, FL, and CA. Show less

Detroit, Mi

• Instructed introductory Culinary Arts courses.• Created menu and coordinated banquet events for 300+.• 100% student pass rate for ServSafe Food Safety Management course.• Successfully negotiated textbook change.

Diploma, Graphic Design

Activities and Societies: AIGA - student chapter 3.92/4.0 gpa

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Psychology

Major: Psychology Minors: English & Sociology