Education

Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design | 1998 | Rhode Island College

Creative Expertise

  • Logo Development

  • Corporate Identity Development

  • Direct Mail Marketing

  • Email Marketing

  • Brochures

  • Newsletters

  • Large Format Design

  • Marketing Campaigns

  • Web Site Maintenance

  • Managing Social Media

Software Proficiencies

  • Windows and Mac Platforms

  • Adobe Creative Suite

  • QuarkXPress

  • Microsoft Office

  • Software and Hardware Installation/ Configuration

  • Computer Maintenance

  • File Backup

  • Proofers, RIPs, and Computer-to-Plate Systems

  • Digital Printers and Copiers

  • Large Format Printers

Experience

Graphic Production Manager | Mallard Printing | October 2019 - Present

Creative Director | CFS, Inc. | April 2014 - October 2019

Design Department Manager | Professional Business Solutions | April 2001 - March 2014

What did I do?

  • Maintained constant communication with clients to ensure they were satisfied with designs which led to repeat business, referrals, and revenue increases.

  • Provided proposal layouts and designs under tight deadlines and within budget.

  • Translated clients’ ideas into design for newsletters, promotional materials, sales collateral and more.

  • Image scanning, color correction, preflighting customer files, and prepared files for production.

  • Collaborated with sales representatives to ensure that jobs are scheduled and ready for production.

  • Managed vendors and printers to promptly research and resolve production questions and problems.

  • Scheduled and trained staff – developed a team focused on client service, creativity, productivity and teamwork.

  • Maintained and updated the company website.

  • Managed company social media accounts including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin and TikTok

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