My name is Mandy Stos and I am a Director and Designer. I specialize in concept, brainstorming, design (print/partial web), brand identity, layout, marketing, pre-press, basic manufacturing and social media strategies. I lead the creative team with ideas and direction for web and print communications. I am proficient in the following software: Adobe Creative Suite; Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and digital photography.
EDUCATION
BFA, emphasis in graphic design
Fort Hays State University, Hays, KS
CAREER EXPERIENCE
2/2011 - Present -Digital Lagoon
Art Director
As the Art Director I manage web and print communications, while working with our Video Producer on video production. I deliver a variety of creative solutions from large format printing, web layouts and collateral marketing materials. I meet with clients and help lead them through the process from beginning conceptual design, to development and deployment of their project.
7/2007 - 2/2011 - Marché Design
Graphic Designer/Marketing Coordinator/Project Manger
Duties include leading in design materials for in-house and contract clients; brand identities, catalog layout, social media networking, illustrations, packaging, website design/development, photography, human resources and project management. Involved with new consumer products from beginning design, engineering to complete manufacturing and distribution. Handle all advertising, marketing and social media campaigns, competitive research, product forecasting and invoicing.
9/2007 - 9/2008 - seveneightfive Magazine
Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Developed and designed graphics for the covers and editorial articles. Assisted with the magazine layout and designed ads when needed. Participated in distribution and online social advertising.
9/2006 - 7/2007 - Zero Design
Graphic Designer
Designed unique identities, logos, packaging, illustrations and publications, while excelling in client relationships. As the lead designer for 435 South Magazine, I gathered images, handled photographers, designed ads and re-designed the entire magazine which is still implemented today.
Overland Park, KS
Most Graphically Appealing Award, PSDA Print Show, Chicago, IL, 2011 STUFF Artist, Kansas City, MO, 2010 iamthemandy, Lawrence, KS, 2010 It’s an Art; Trash Becomes Treasure - Topeka Capital Journal, 2010 Fossil Tin Submission: 1st Place Online, Richardson, TX, 2008