Art Director /Graphic Design — chicago, IL
Career Visions:
To art direct and design for a retail or design agency.
To create visual excitement.
To be a part of something brilliant.
My Design Style:
I am culturally conscious as I express life graphically. My style is innovative, strong, lush and attractive. Within my 20 years of creative and progressive graphic design, I have succeeded within the corporate, exhibit, environmental, and retail arenas.
Communication Skills:
I communicate design concepts visually and verbally. I have solid presentation skills: defining market strategy, illuminating creative direction, and detailing how the client's objectives were met. I have excellent soft skills as I encourage team members to excel.
Career Expertise:
•Analyze client's image
•Conduct market research
•Develop product branding
•Define overall creative direction and design strategies
•Graphic interpretations include:
_Promotional
_Logos/Image
_Environmental
_Retail marketing
_In-house corporate advertising
_Presentation of product to client
Experience:
Exhibitgroup/Giltspur Chicago, Illinois
Senior Graphic Designer 1998- Present
Kux Graphic Systems Detroit, Michigan
Creative Director 1983-1989 and 1992-1998
Curve Design Los Angeles, California
Graphic Designer/Art Director 1989-1992
Education:
Center For Creative Studies Detroit, MI
Graphic Design/Art Direction 1982