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Graphic Designer
Carlstadt, NJ
Jan 2014 - Present (10 years 4 months)
Designed projects from conception to execution through production. Worked directly with clients to define project goals, assess scope of project and develop an effective design strategy to ensure creative needs were meet. Collaborated and worked along side Senior Art Directors, Creative Directors and fellow designers to complete projects, while taking a lead role on creative assignments with strict timelines. Designed for brands both new and established. Created logos, identity systems, trade show graphics, branded environments, donor recognition walls, environmental graphics, menu design and retail strategy, with high end and one of kind concepts. Prepared files for in-house production, while working in tandem with project management, production teams and installers to ensure a seamless execution of project.
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Freelance Graphic Designer, Event Stationary
Jun 2012 - Present (11 years 11 months)
Worked with clients to conceptualize and design stationery for special events. Discussed client’s expectations and researched materials in order to meet expectations while staying within budget. Designed all pieces of formal invitations including response, direction, accommodation cards and any other stationery needed.
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Junior Graphic Designer
Artskills
Easton, PA
Jun 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 6 months)
Created and managed new product lines through all stages of development, from conceptualization through completion. Designed creative packaging concepts and developed new products, product lines, prototypes and planograms for presentation to major retail chains. Products included children's arts and crafts, poster supplies, teacher and classroom decor and early learning products. Prepared files for overseas production and communicated with overseas team through all stages of production. Collaborated with Art Director, Creative Director and Design Team to create highly effective and impactful packaging and product designs, while consistently meeting tight deadlines. Effectively worked within strict style guides, multilingual requirements and packaging standards.
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Hardlines Sales Floor Team Member
Target
Oaks, PA
Jan 2008 - Aug 2012 (4 years 7 months)
Responsibilities included, associate cashier, sales floor support, customer relations and service. Stocked and prepared sales floor displays and ensured gust satisfaction.
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Graphic Design Intern
MCS Industries Inc.
Easton, PA
Oct 2011 - Dec 2011 (2 months)
Designed creative and trend forward picture frames, photos albums, clocks, mirrors and scrapbooks for major retail chains. Photographed and digitally edited product images for print and web. Created face sheets, planograms, rendered and comped samples for presentations.
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Graphic Design Intern
VF Outlet Corporation
West Reading, PA
Jun 2011 - Aug 2011 (2 months)
Designed and formatted signage and web content for a nation-wide retail chain. Prepared visual presentation guides for in-store use. Created and designed all materials for promotions and events including store posters, flyers, advertisements, billboards, eblasts, landing pages and web banners.
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Designer
AIGA Designathon
Kutztown, PA
2010 - 2011 (1 year)
Designed for an intense 24-hour event for non-profit organizations. Projects included, logos, brochures and posters.
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Teacher/Instructor
Kidz Art
Berwyn, PA
Jun 2009 - Aug 2010 (1 year 2 months)
Instructed all mediums of art to students’ ages three to fifteen years old. Created age-appropriate lesson plans and instructed projects for each class. Prepared classroom before and after instruction.
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Lead Waitress
Shannondell Retirement Center
Audubon, PA
May 2007 - Oct 2007 (5 months)
Trained all new employees. Prepared dinning room, waited and served guests.