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Graphic Artist • Illustrator • Friend
Eric Barr
Aurora, IL
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About
I believe that everyone is born with certain talents and gifts. It is a special thing when those talents are recognized and nurtured by your parents and peers. I am fortunate to be one of those people. My natural ability to draw and be creative has lead me into a vibrant career as a Graphic Artist. My talent and experience make me a valuable asset. When it comes to being creative there are no boundaries.
Let me loose and I am sure to show you that the sky is the limit! -
Education
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Bachelors Graphic ArtsRobert Morris College2005 - 2006
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Associates Advertising, Design and IllustrationCollege of DuPage2001 - 2005
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Experience
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Graphic DesignerMechanicsburg, PAFeb 2022 - Present (4 years 4 months)- Logos and branding for universities offering workforce development programs through Emerge
- Email Design, Animated Web Ads and Web Design
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Freelance DesignerCarlisle, PACarlisle, PA2002 - Present (24 years)Freelance Designer
Here are a few of my more noteworthy clients:
- StoragePallet.com, OutlandFurnishings.com, LantzTeam.com, FPZ.com & StacheRocksChicago.com
Freelancer for Flexible Packaging and Food & Drug Packaging Magazines 2002 - 2006
Here are a few of the more noteworthy clients I created ads for:
- Hosokawa Alpine American, Coim USA Inc. and Stull Technologies -
Graphic DesignerFeb 2019 - Dec 2021 (2 years 10 months)A 2019 Graphic Design USA In-house Design Award winning team:
- Logos and branding for private label clients
- Direct Mail, email and web/social media graphics
- Posters, backlits, banners, brochures, deskmats, guide books and catalogues -
Multi-Media DesignerElgin, ILMay 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 6 months)- Logos and branding for the casino, promotions, events and food/entertainment outlets
- Direct Mail, EMail and Geo Fencing
- All on property print including posters, backlits, brochures, menus, etc.
- Dynamic animated digital messages on the casino floor and outdoor message boards
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Graphic Designer at Hollywood Casino AuroraPenn National GamingDec 2011 - May 2016 (4 years 5 months)- Logos & branding for the casino, promotions & food/entertainment outlets
- Direct Mail and EMail
- Posters, backlits & large scale wall/window wraps
- Animated digital messages on the casino floor & outdoor marquee
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Sr. Graphic DesignerXSport FitnessJun 2007 - Dec 2010 (3 years 6 months)- Retail Signs, Direct Mail, Flyers, Banners, Menus, Kiosks, Labels, Gift Cards, Etc.
- Worked closely with the Web Designer providing graphics and design assistance
- Advertising Design for outside clients advertising within the clubs on the XSport Network
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Awards
2019 Graphic Design USA In-house Design Award
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@eric_barr, member since 2006
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