J Inman

Print Ad/AARP Winner of internal design contest for layout/concept; I created/designed a total of 4 in this series of ads for a national advocacy group. Also responsible for all production and resizing of ads for nationwide print run. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Word, Adobe PDF, pre-press management Client: AARP (GMMB)

Cause-based Advertising Nationally-placed cause-based advertising for League of Conservation Voters. I was responsible for concept, design, layout, typography, production and resizing of ad for a variety of publications. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF, Word, pre-press management Client: League of Conservation Voters (GMMB)

Recruiting Brochure for International Masonry Institute 12 page brochure targeting recruiting efforts for skilled craftsmen and women, highlighting training and career opportunities. In addition to designing, connecting and art directing, I also photographed a portion of the images used in this book. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF, Word, pre-press management. Client: International Masonry Institute (GMMB)

Promotion for Conde Nast Traveler magazine Special advertising section sales tool to generate interest in upcoming special section for the state of Louisiana. Each piece was hand-comped and assembled, then hand-trimmed and punched - and fishing lure hand-attached (after I carefully removed all of the fish hooks!) Quantity produced: 500. Hardware/software: Macintosh, Quark, Word, FlightCheck, Omnicrom (used at apply gloss finish to "fish" side), Pantone sheets, Adobe PDF, Xacto knife. Client: Conde Nast/Traveler magazine

Multi-page booklet for Lockheed Martin tradeshow Working closely with internal customer and outside vendor, I concepted/designed/produced this multi-page piece accompanying a large international tradeshow display for Lockheed Martin, a global defense contractor. Responsible for all layout and production/press management. This booklet accompanied the large-format trade show display included in my portfolio. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS4/InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Word, Excel, Adobe PDF. Client: Lockheed Martin Corporation
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Launch materials for AARP 10-City National Event AARP developed the TriUmph Classic, a challenging but achievable mini triathlon targeting the 50+ population of all body types and fitness levels. Kit includes registration form, training manual, poster, event flyer, branding guidelines sheet and pocket folder. I created all of the branding/look and feel, including logo development, supervised a team of contractors and print vendors, coordinated with the field offices to ensure delivery of all materials, supervised web and offset printing of all materials, designed, art directed and made photo selections for all pieces, and managed all production on all materials. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe PDF, pre-press management. Client: AARP (GMMB)

USPS Inspector General Congressional Report Designed, managed and produced 60-page document for United States Postal Service's report to Congress. Also closely monitored production and attended press check for review. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, pre-press management Client: United States Postal Service

Campaign branding for multilingual materials National campaign featured many elements (brochures, booklets, postcards, t-shirts, vehicle wraps), I concepted theme and applied globally, designed and produced all layouts for national advocacy company. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, pre-press management Client: AARP

USPS Stamp Dedication Merchandise Card Developed as a partner piece with stamp dedication event, this card showcases other products available for purchase. I designed the card from concept to production, as well as art directing the photography and all retouching. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/InDesign, Word, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF Client: United States Postal Service

YM Promotional Offering Opportunity flyer A multi-fold piece on card stock (with stock and custom photography) for sales reps to generate interest in upcoming magazine promotional events. I art directed, concepted, designed, and press-checked this piece, and worked with fulfillment to guarantee timely delivery. Hardware/software: Macintosh, Quark, Photoshop, Word, Adobe PDF, Flightcheck, pre-press management Client: Gruner + Jahr/YM Magazine

USPS New Stamp Lobby Poster Concepted, designed and produced this 18" x 24" poster for national distribution to all Post Office lobbies, within brand guidelines. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS2/InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF, Word, pre-press management. Client: United States Postal Service

Editorial Samples, "Equus" Magazine Served as art director, designer, photographer and production specialist for several months with this nationally-distributed special interest publication. Also responsible for all pre-press work and approving press sheets. Hardware/software: Macintosh/CS2 InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe PDF, Quark, FlightCheck, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, pre-press management Client: Primedia Publications/Equus magazine

Redesign of Spacenet, Inc. materials, rough comps Initial rough layouts showing different styles for new Spacenet collateral materials, including revised branding concepts and color palettes. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS4/Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Word, Adobe PDF. Client: Spacenet, Inc (division of Gilat Satellite Networks)
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Program Sheet for High-End Dayspa Retailer Component of high-end retailer's packet for new program literature, distributed to the public. Showcases formatting, legibility and typography, as well as attention to detail. Hardware/software: Macintosh, CS4/Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe PDF, Word, pre-press management Client: Reveal MedSpa