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About
I am the lead interactive designer at 1-800-PACK-RAT based in Wake Forest, NC. I design print pieces, the company newsletter, graphics to be used on the web, in emails, PowerPoint presentations, etc. as well as create custom PowerPoint templates and assist in creating email templates and updates for the company's websites. I create online ads, animated banners and ads to be used on websites and social media platforms. I also create and edit videos.
I previously owned and was the lead designer of Vigor Creative Inc., offering design services ranging from brand development/logo design to complete corporate identity packages, marketing collateral, and websites to custom illustration and photography. I created unique/custom designs for over 100 clients throughout the US. -
Education
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Diploma Graphic DesignLiving Arts College/School of Communication Arts2000 - 2002Graduated with a GPA 3.9 | Diploma includes certificates of Graphic Design and Web Design | Received "Top Dog" award for best portfolio in my class, as voted by my peers
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Associate of Arts Graphic DesignWake Technical Community College1997 - 2000Graduated with a GPA 3.6 | Honors: Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society Scholarship winner and National Dean's List recipient | Activities: Phi Theta Kappa (Beta Alpha Zeta Chapter) President-elect, Drama Club President, and Science Club Treasurer
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Experience
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Interactive Web DesignWake Forest, NCFeb 2020 - Present (6 years 4 months)I am the lead interactive designer at 1-800-PACK-RAT based in Wake Forest, NC. I design print pieces, the company newsletter, graphics to be used on the web, in emails, PowerPoint presentations, etc. as well as create custom PowerPoint templates and assist in creating email templates and updates for the company's websites. I create online ads, animated banners and ads to be used on websites and social media platforms. I also create and edit videos.
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Freelance Graphic DesignerFreelancerRaleigh, NCJan 2001 - Feb 2020 (19 years 1 month)I offered logo design, corporate identity packages/stationery design, marketing collateral, website design, and custom illustration.
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Principal / Lead DesignerApr 2004 - Jan 2020 (15 years 9 months)I was the owner and lead designer of Vigor Creative Inc., which offered design services ranging from brand development/logo design to complete corporate identity packages, print marketing collateral, and websites to custom illustration and photography.
I created unique custom designs for over 100 clients throughout the southeast. I was able to offer even more services including public relations, marketing & advertising, event planning & management, and large-scale, editable websites (WordPress) with full social media/SEO packages due to my long-standing relationships with Looking Glass Communications, Inc. and Page Progressive, LLC. -
Pixel PerfectionistRaleigh, NCAug 2008 - Jan 2020 (11 years 5 months)My role at Page Progressive included graphic design services on a project basis and partnering with Page Progressive on larger websites for our combined clients.
Page Progressive is a custom graphic & web design company. They also offer internet marketing (search engine optimization, social media, link building and pay-per-click advertising) and web hosting. What really distinguishes Page Progressive from other companies is our balance between artistic and technical excellence paired with our quick and reliable service. -
Lead DesignerRaleigh, NCJan 2009 - Nov 2013 (4 years 10 months)I managed most of the graphic design projects including: branding & logo design, corporate identity packages (business card, letterhead & envelope design), brochures and other unique print marketing materials, newsletters, package design and much more. I also did web design, illustration, photography and other fine art projects.
Looking Glass Communications, Inc. is a public relations + creative firm that delivers measurable results to clients big and small. Our imaginative team offers award-winning public relations and Indie designs. From communications plans to news releases, logo and tagline development to complete branding, websites and creative marketing tactics to events, they’re passionate about their work and it shows.
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Awards
Employee of the Month nominations, Nov. 2021 and Dec. 2021
Best portfolio in my class at design school -
Affiliations
AIGA, Wake County Women Business Owners Network
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@mdogan, member since 2002
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