OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging position that will utilize my ten years of graphic design expertise. I am extremely proficient in Adobe CS4 Print Applications such as Illustrator, In Design and Photoshop. I am also come equipped with 10 years of Marketing and Management experience.
ANNA MOERS
Anna@treasuredmomentsstationery.com
QUALIFICATIONS
OBJECTIVE: To obtain a challenging position that will utilize my ten years of graphic design expertise. I also offer intermediate knowledge of data processing and possess strong management/administrative qualities.
SKILLS SKILL LEVEL LAST USED/EXPERIENCE
Microsoft Excel Intermediate Currently Used/13 years
Microsoft Word Expert Currently Used/13 years
Microsoft PowerPoint Intermediate Currently Used/13 years
Illustrator CS4 Expert Currently Used/7 years
Photoshop CS4 Intermediate Currently Used/7 years
InDesign CS4 Intermediate Currently Used/7 years
Quark Beginner 3 years ago/3 years
Dreamweaver MX Beginner 3 years ago/3years
Flash MX Beginner 3 years ago/3 years
Director MX Beginner 3 years ago/3 years
QuickBooks Beginner Currently Used/1 year
EDUCATION
5/2006 Montclair State University Montclair, NJ
-Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design (Cum Laude Honors)
-Minor in Communications


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
6/2008 - Present Treasured Moments Stationery Sussex, NJ

Owner/Lead Designer

-Logistics of running a small business (Online & Print Marketing, Vendor Relationships, Accounting, Customer Service, Research of Trends, Hiring & Guiding of Freelance Employees)

-All Aspects of Design for Stationery Products (Research, Develop Concepts, Utilize Software for Creation of Design, Prepress)

-Handle all pre-press tasks and responsibilities of printing materials (Print Ads, Marketing Materials, Stationery)
-Research and purchasing of outside products to carry on our site
9/2001 - Present Freelance Sussex, NJ

Graphic Designer

-Presenting concepts to clients

-Design of business cards, letterhead, brochures, fliers, and print ads

-Preparing files for print
7/2006 - 2/2008 Natures Benefit Little Falls NJ

Lead Graphic Designer/Marketing Coordinator

-Contact with marketing/business associates

-Develop design concepts for advertising, packaging, brochures, POP displays, sales sheets, catalog, point of purchase materials, etc.
-Utilize Photoshop CS2, In-Design CS2, Illustrator CS2 to create 
advertising, packaging, brochures, pop-displays, sales sheets, 
catalog, point of purchase materials, etc.
-Handle all pre-press tasks and responsibilities of printing materials
-Develop marketing initiatives
-Creation of all Power Point presentations for marketing purposes
-Photography and photo manipulation of all products
-Archival of all art and marketing materials
6/2004 - 9/2004 Benjamin Moore Corporate Montvale, NJ
Color Specialist Internship
-Support the Color Marketing Team with data entry, customer service, and administrative responsibility
-Opportunity to sit in on color trending & innovation meetings to nurture my education
-High score on color matching test given to all applicants
5/2003 - 9/2003 Maxlite Pinebrook, NJ

Graphic Design Internship

-Assist Art Director

-Utilize design software for Package Design, Promotional Materials, Corporate Newsletters, Advertisements
-Preparation of files for print

-Photography of products
6/1999 — 9/2001 Compliance International Fairfield, NJ
Production Manager
-Supervise Staff of 8
-Create and Manage Marketing Initiatives
-Office Administration
-Create and Manage Professional Relationships
OTHER EXPERIENCE
1/2008 - Present Dog Owners Gathering Society Vernon, NJ
Volunteer
-Creation of promotional materials (fliers, postcards, etc)
-Assist in creating fundraiser opportunities
-Help create exposure in community for this IRS recognized charitable, nonprofit corporation

9/2008 — Present Cub Scouts Vernon, NJ
Volunteer
-Assist in creating fundraiser opportunities and community exposure
-Responsible for craft activities
REFERENCES

Available upon request
PDF of portfolio available upon request
vernon, NJ
Cum Laude Honors