Gary Hamilton, Web Designer / Graphic Designer in Shorewood, IL

About

Gary is a web & graphic designer with eleven years of experience, ranging from advertising, branding, marketing, retail point-of-purchase, catalog, packaging, logo design .

With experience from various professional settings, he is proficient not only in web and print, but also in user-centric interactive design based on research and best practices. He specializes in web designs emphasizing smooth navigation and polished visuals.

Specialties: Web Design, Graphic Design, Brand Development, User Interface Design (UI)

Tools: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, HTML, CSS, a bit of PHP & JavaScript, and is currently studying C Programming.

Gary is available for freelance projects, as well as full-time / part-time employment opportunities.

Education

AAS Web Design and Administration, Graphic Design

Joliet Junior College

2011 - 2014
Diploma College Prep

Morris Community High School

1984 - 1988

Recipient of First Annual Joseph Corsello Art Scholarship at MCHS.

Experience

Web Designer / Developer

Web 2 Market

Alsip, IL

Dec 2013 - Present (9 years 2 months)

• Magento e-commerce development
• Design custom templates for both Magento and AbleCommerce platforms
• Magento training
Freelance Web and Graphic Designer

Formula 3 Marketing

Jan 2011 - Jan 2016 (5 years)

• Design, HTML/CSS development, and implementation of Formula 3 Marketing company website
• Edit content, upload new POP designs, and general maintenance of Formula 3 Marketing website
• Design and preprint preparation for full size point-of-purchase retail floor display banners
• Conversion of video files for automated point-of-purchase video players
Marketing Manager

Baltic Networks

Lisle, IL

Aug 2012 - Jul 2013 (11 months)

• Maintained Magento (CMS) based e-commerce site daily with new product information
• Categorized product information, pricing, and added images for 12,000+ products
• Updated social media websites with new product announcements daily
• Designed and hand coded HTML for weekly email campaign - distributed to 10,000+ subscribers
• Designed all company marketing print materials including product data sheets, informational flyers, business cards, and full size trade show banners
• Coordinated development and purchasing of promotional material for trade shows and giveaways.
Web and Graphic Design Lead

Backflow Solutions, Inc

Alsip, IL

Mar 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year 4 months)

• Design, HTML/CSS development, and implementation of multiple company websites
• Managed daily content for multiple company websites
• Established company branding ideas and marketing campaigns working directly with National Marketing Director.
• Designed and hand coded HTML for bi-monthly email campaigns - distributed to 10,000+ subscribers
• Designed all company marketing print materials including data sheets, flyers, and trade show display materials
• Analyzed Google Adwords campaign keywords and search data to determine online advertisements
• Reviewed web hits of geographic locations to determine marketable areas
Creative Manager

Field Tuff Inc.

Jun 2009 - Jul 2010 (1 year 1 month)

• Design, HTML/CSS development, and implementation of company website
• Developed company identity and branding strategy
• Designed logos, product brochures, fliers, and trade show graphics
• Coordinated development and purchasing of promotional material for trade shows and giveaways.
• Developed and designed product retail packaging and necessary user guide / installation instruction booklets
• Communicated directly with overseas manufacturers on product development process, including on-site QA/QC testing
Design Lead / Product Development Assistant

Tee Time Imports

Marseilles, IL

Aug 2002 - Apr 2009 (6 years 8 months)

• Designed retail packaging and countertop POP display material
• Designed logos, product brochures, fliers, and trade show graphics
• Coordinated design and development for 200+ SKU biannual product catalog, including photography, layout, and pricing strategy - distributed to 500+ vendors
• Communicated directly with overseas manufacturers on product development process, including on-site QA/QC testing
Estimator / CAD Drafting & Design

Utility Concrete Products, LLC

Oct 1994 - Aug 2002 (7 years 10 months)

• Design and cost estimates for project specific precast concrete products
• AutoCAD design and drafting for standard products as well as special design projects
• Analysis of product materials and man hours to determine price structures
• Maintained daily inventory reports

Awards

2011 JJC Annual Web Design Competition - First Place Entry (individual)

2012 JJC Annual Web Design Competition - First Place Entry (individual)

2012 JJC Annual Web Design Competition - First Place Entry (group)

2012 JJC Annual Web Design Competition - Best e-Commerce Design

2014 JJC Annual Web Design Competition - First Place Entry (individual)

Skills

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