Monica Garrett
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About
Monica Garrett, a graphic designer by trade, has won several awards for her designs & has been recognized in magazines nationwide. Her work has been featured in magazines such as Real Simple, O Magazine & several International Design Annuals.
Her aesthetic can be described sophisticated, smart, well-designed & always on trend. Each design holds true to these elements & is tailored for each client in mind.
Monica Garrett is a native Californian & graduated from California State University, Long Beach where she studied Art and Graphic Design. She has always been involved in art and finds a fulfilling balance with business & design. Monica's design work has been recognized in several magazines such as Communication Arts :: 2008 Design Annual, PRINT Magazine :: 2008 Regional Design Annual, HOW Magazine :: 2008 Design Annual, and HOW Magazine :: 2009 International Design Annual :: 2012 Bronze award for General Excellence in print at the Parenting Media Association Awards
For the inspiration behind her work check out her blog at http://cargocollective.com/monicagarrett. For daily updates, find her on Twitter at @_monicagarrett. -
Education
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BA Graphic DesignCalifornia State University-Long Beach2002 - 2006
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Cypress College2001 - 2002
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General Art CoursesUniversity of South Carolina-Columbia2000 - 2001
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Flagler College1999 - 2000
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Experience
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Art Director of OC Register Family MagazineFreedom Communications Inc.Jan 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 10 months)Solid success directing and implementing a broad range of revenue-generating design projects, from conception to launch. Partner cross-functionally to build consensus and ensure projects meet all milestones, deadlines, and budget requirements. Intuitively adapt to new technology and innovative processes while ensuring compliance with corporate standards.
SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS
• Significantly expanded online presence by leveraging talent for market trend analysis and
contemporary design
• Maximized ROI by building partnerships with third-party vendors, illustrators, web developers,
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Art Director of OC Family magazineChurm MediaAug 2012 - Jan 2013 (5 months)Layout & design cover of OC Family magazine from concept to completion working with editors & a photographer. Responsible for scheduling photographer, booking client & styling cover shoots in studio & on location. Designed & directed creative look & layout of all editorial stories. Introduced & completed brand re-design of magazine to have a more fresh & modern based on research to connect with our target audience, Orange County moms. Award-winning design with PMA.
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Owner + Creative DirectorPaper Cut IndustriesDec 2007 - Jul 2012 (4 years 7 months)Custom stationery design for weddings, socialites & small business branding.
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DesignerKnock KnockAug 2007 - Dec 2008 (1 year 4 months)Worked with the creative team to concept, layout, and produce creative projects from start to completion. Assisted in the development of original and innovative products, packaging and marketing materials.
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Freelance DesignerSeaside Printing, IncFeb 2005 - Dec 2008 (3 years 10 months)Design print collateral, posters, menus and stationery.
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Graphic DesignerLabelTex MillsMay 2007 - Aug 2007 (3 months)Designed identity for fashion trim packages from concept to completion. Worked with new and leading fashion industry brands to create identity through hang tags, hardware and packaging.
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Awards
Bronze award for General Excellence Parenting Media Association // 2012
"40 Under 40" for Long Beach, California // 2012
HOW Magazine // 2009 International Design Annual
Communication Arts // 2008 Design Annual
PRINT Magazine // 2008 Regional Design Annual
HOW MAGAZINE // 2008 DESIGN ANNUAL
National Art Honor Society 1999 FDHS
National Honor Society 1999 FDHS -
Affiliations
AIGA, E. 4th Street District Association, Long Beach Clean,
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@monicagarrett, member since 2007
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