SUMMARYA Senior Graphic Designer and Art Director proficient in all phases of creative production and management. An experienced design professional who is fluent in industry standard graphics software. A culturally literate, creative thinker with varied interests, a keen sense of humor and an eye toward current trends.An excellent communicator who effectively builds relationships with clients, internal team and vendors. A disciplined project manager who consistently produces quality work on time and on budget.And not bad looking, either.SKILLSConceptualDevelops visual ideas that fully support the creative direction provided. Naturally inquisitive, abstract thinker who is aware of how current events and pop culture affect trends in design. Generates design solutions that push boundaries and go beyond a literal translation while working within project and budget parameters, preserving brand identity and appealing to the evolving tastes of the consumer. DesignAdvanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and industry standard design software. Lead designer across mutiple platforms including product design, print media, packaging, POP, catalogs & flyers, large scale banners, web applications, video, trade show, and photo editing. Technically skilled illustrator in both traditional hand drawing and digital mediums.Interpersonal & LeadershipPossesses the confidence and ease to effectively present to clients and articulate visual concepts. Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams. Supervises aesthetic direction of junior designers. Capable and positive collaborator.Specialties: HTML, CSS, javascript, Dreamweaver, Adobe CS3 Suite, MS Office Suite, traditional B&W and color photography darkroom, digital photography, printmaking - etching, silkscreen