Corinne Whittemore

Instructor for Typography in graphic design, the study of letterforms, history, techniques and process. Introduced students to computer aided design by learning drawing, text and layout software. Taught students to use typography to produce projects exploring visual communication problems. Instructor for Design I, the introduction to 2D design. Taught students to use principles and elements of design to produce studio projects. Introduced students to computer-aided design and taught students to use the computer to produce projects and create initial specs for working methods.

Work with various clients to produce marketing materials for print and online based advertising. Provide marketing consultation and graphic design for projects ranging from logos to social media ads.

Produced graphics to announce church events, programs and activities for email, website, Facebook and on-site display. Designed Puppets of Praise, youth ministry tee shirts and personalized merchandise for fundraising. Designed posters, flyers and brochure providing information on youth events, their ministries, and children’s programs available. Assisted in producing event-marketing materials for local 2013 Creative Ministries Festival, including web banner advertisements, drafting event informational emails with promotional support attachments and event directional signage. Maintained youth board announcements and updated graphics and photos for use on church website as well as church and youth Face Book pages. (Community Service Volunteer Position.)

Coordinated all promotional materials for the company including both print and Internet based marketing. Designed and Implemented new branding/identity program including new slogan. Researched, wrote and designed all marketing materials including corporate resume, brochures, flyers, ads, posters, all direct mail pieces and html emails as well as presentational materials for proposals, internet marketing and on- site display. Created program identity standards for all published materials, provided and assisted personnel in implementing updated presentational materials. Updated step-by-step instruction manual for standard marketing procedures and provided guided instruction when needed. Updated and implemented marketing plans for all properties listed for sale and/or lease to include researching and producing Listing Proposal Packages, Site Selection Packages, Letters Of Intent, Property Briefs and Profiles, and Demographic Reports. Photographed and edited all properties as necessary for marketing purposes. Created, prepared and sent out all direct mail pieces as well as html emails. Maintained current and accurate records of confidential client information, property listing agreements, and tenant lease agreements and documentation. Ensured, daily, all graphics and marketing materials were current for company website, online listing sites and on-site display. Utilized Internet based marketing sites to analyze and produce reports tracking customer/client responsiveness to campaigns based on number of potential customers. Researched and presented new avenues for potential marketing opportunities.

Designed and prepared for print single, two-color and full color postcard backs, including packaging files and preflight. Worked directly with customers to help them achieve their communication goals through personalized placement of text and graphics. Maintained strong attention to detail and creativity in a fast-paced, team oriented department where time management is essential. Executed tasks such as design, text layout, file preparation and editing.

Took photographs, wrote and designed editorials for employees to be featured in monthly newsletter. Designed business cards, letterheads, mouse pads, promotional calendar and website for implementation. (Freelance position.)

Design Studio Instructor of Record for the introduction to visual communications, study of graphic design principles, history, techniques and process. Introduced students to computer- aided design by teaching drawing, photographic and layout software. Taught students to produce projects exploring visual communication problems. (Short-term position while attending school.)

Researched appropriate methods for website development including hierarchy of information, navigation, functionality, color scheme and design. Completed site redesign and restructuring of information for various departments as well as provided printed materials such as brochures, invitations, posters and advertisements. Received Primus Award of Merit in Public Relations for design work. (Short-term position while attending school.)

Designed brochures, mail-outs, business cards, newspaper and magazine ads. Worked closely with clients to create desired look and accomplish campaign objectives.

Designed and prepared for print letterheads, business cards, logos, medical and business forms, brochures, annual reports, outdoor signage, newspaper and magazine ads for various clients.

Designed and prepared for print brochures, newspaper ads, magazine ads, billboards and logos.