FREELANCE DESIGNER
June 2014 – Current
Work directly with clients to solve their design needs from initial concepts, to final communication pieces. Provide highly creative solutions in a deadline-driven industry. Collaborate well with photographers, writers, web designer and printers. Professional and pleasant communication style.
Some of my recent projects include:
Social media fundraising campaigns
Booklets and brochures
Sponsorship packets
Invitations, programs, signage and other collateral materials for events
Outdoor advertising (billboards, bus shelters, benches, street banners)
Logo designs
Web graphics and e-blasts
Books and CD covers
Specialty items (t-shirts/hats/mugs/wine glasses/stickers)
Newsletters
ART DIRECTOR
University of San Diego, 2004–2014 (9 years)
Oversaw the creation of marketing communications to support the goals of the university and its constituencies.
Worked with USD divisions and departments to realize their marketing objectives.
Planned and executed regional, national and international communications on behalf of campus clients
Ensured consistent adherence to USD’s brand image; maintained continuity of message and design;
tailored messages for diverse audiences
Established and maintained strong relationships with internal teams and external vendors
Managed consistent production of high-quality, effective communications within schedule and budget
Team player–worked collaboratively with other designers, writers and project managers
Able to accept critiques and design direction tactfully and professionally
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
San Diego State University, 1997– 2004 (7 years)
Lead designer of print materials for university recruitment. Produced lively and visually interesting brochures, booklets, folders, ads, banners, posters and flyers for student programs and fund-raising opportunities. Developed successful campaigns to promote new policies and long-range goals. Supervised, trained and directed interns. Initiated an organizational system to manage 300+ design jobs per year.
AWARDS
Changemaker Outdoor Board: Gold Award of Excellence for an individual ad, CASE District VII
Student Recruitment Publications Packages: 2 Gold Awards of Excellence, CASE District VII
Admissions Total Recruitment Package: Silver Award, National Education Advertising