Stacey Ketcham Email & Phone Number

North Olmsted, Oh, Us

North Olmsted, Oh, Us

Results-driven Design Manager with a strong background in graphic design and project management. With a track record of leading creative teams to successful innovative project outcomes. With 13+ years of experience in the field, I have successfully managed end-to-end design processes from concept to execution. Proficient in utilizing design software and staying updated with industry trends to deliver visually appealing and user-friendly solutions. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to ensure alignment between design vision, business objectives and ensuring projects are consistently delivered on time and within budget.

•Developed high-quality graphics, banners, images, and visual assets for use across various digital platforms, including social media, website, email, and digital advertising campaigns•Partnered with content creators, copywriters, and marketers to translate creative concepts and ideas into visually compelling designs that align with brand messaging and campaign objectives•Worked closely with printers, vendors, and other external partners to ensure the successful production and implementation of design projects•Managed multiple projects simultaneously from concept to completion, adhering to deadlines and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards

Led and managed a team of designers while overseeing art direction, project management, design and production of print collateral, digital signage, credit marketing, and product photography for five major retail brands.• Managed and delegated workload based on strengths and styles of individual designers • Consistently managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines and maintaining a high level of quality• Advised on best practices and optimizations throughout design projects• Served as Production Manager assuring that artwork was delivered to specification, on time and within budget. As well as verifying vendor proofs and resolving any issues • Increased production efficiency with a reduced workforce by implementing smarter strategies, including new workflows and updated email templates for credit marketing• Managed, created, scheduled, and delivered digital signage content for an engaging and exciting, brand-reinforcing customer experience • Collaborated with the IT department to address CMS platform issues, resolved issues at the store level, and managed vendor relationships for digital signage program• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to create targeted and personalized content for different customer segments• Led on-set art direction of product photography shoots by collaborating, and clearly communicating with Stylists and Photographers• Delivered on-brand product photography that supported marketing objectives, seasonal messaging, and key programs for websites, social media, and marketing platforms• Reviewed and approved final assets ensuring that visual brand strategy and creative guidelines were interpreted in final editing and retouching

Akron, Ohio

Designed and produced engaging visual assets to enhance brand identity and marketing efforts. • Led design of concept and test creative for Kay® Jewelers• Managed and designed digital signage program for 5 store brands spanning 500+ screens in multiple configurations across the United States and Canada.• Collaborated and designed social media assets for Kay® Jewelers and Zales®• Developed brand identities for private label collections• Created digital and print content that was an engaging brand-reinforcing customer experience• Coordinated with cross-functional teams to integrate campaigns and ensure brand identity standards• Developed Earthly Treasures Smithsonian™ display case, brochure, certificates, and video components• Implemented the redesign of Kay® Jewelers collateral resulting in a clean modern design• Designed promotional and seasonal marketing materials• Collaborated on development team for Kay® Jewelers and Jared® Jewelry Boutique concept stores• Developed assets for new in-house credit program including credit cards, brochures, signage, and direct mail• Provided product photography direction for photographers on remote shoots

Akron, Ohio, United States

Assisted and designed compelling presentations and marketing materials for KAY® Jewelers. • Designed promotional and seasonal marketing materials• Designed eye-catching and engaging window displays for Kay® Jewelers stores, incorporating seasonal themes and promotions• Prepared print-ready files for marketing materials, ensuring accurate color management and resolution• Assisted in the creation of compelling presentation decks for marketing meetings, utilizing PowerPoint

Warensville Heights, Ohio

Created captivating visual elements to elevate brand identity and bolster marketing initiatives. • Managed and created the production of prototypes by developing labels, inserts and packaging • Updated existing product packaging with new dielines and brand standards• Designed promotional and seasonal marketing materials• Photographed product for weekly and seasonal advertising• Developed innovative displays and packaging for existing and new private label products

Akron, Ohio

Designed and produced engaging visual assets to enhance brand identity and marketing efforts.• Designed and managed the production of prototypes, encompassing the development of labels, inserts, and packaging for new products• Established direct communication with printers and suppliers to ensure smooth production processes• Collaborated on the design of logos and logotypes for multiple brands• Created and managed the production of promotional, seasonal, and special event marketing materials

• Designed advertising for print and web• Created promotional marketing materials • Developed event materials for Feed The Children events • Designed display booth and signage for student and employee recruitment• Produced exterior signage for schools • Collaborated with SharePoint developers on site design

• Designed and produced promotional and seasonal marketing materials• Created invitations and signage for meetings and events