SKILLS
Creative Problem Solving, Versatile Illustration Styles, Branding & Identity, Photography, Photo & Video Art Direction, Print Production, Social Media Content Creation, Email Marketing, UX/UI Design, 3D Printing
Creative Problem Solving, Versatile Illustration Styles, Branding & Identity, Photography, Photo & Video Art Direction, Print Production, Social Media Content Creation, Email Marketing, UX/UI Design, 3D Printing
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PROGRAMS
Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Fresco, Photoshop, XD, Fusion 360 Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, Wordpress
Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Fresco, Photoshop, XD, Fusion 360 Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, Wordpress
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EDUCATION
University of Advancing Technology | Tempe, AZ | September 2004 – April 2007
B.A. in Graphic Art and Design
University of Advancing Technology | Tempe, AZ | September 2004 – April 2007
B.A. in Graphic Art and Design
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EXPERIENCE
Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer
Von Design Co. | Phoenix, AZ | April 2019 – Current
> Design, illustration and branding work for a variety of real estate and lifestyle brand clients including logos and brand guides, menus, email marketing, invitations, marketing collateral
Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer
Von Design Co. | Phoenix, AZ | April 2019 – Current
> Design, illustration and branding work for a variety of real estate and lifestyle brand clients including logos and brand guides, menus, email marketing, invitations, marketing collateral
> Lead presentations and effectively communicate creative vision to clients
> Lead user interface design for website projects, manage process from initial wireframes through launch
> Manage Instagram (@vondesignco), planning, copy and photography
Creative Manager
True Food Kitchen | Phoenix, AZ | December 2017 – April 2019
> Art direction and design of high-level creative concepts for both the True Food Kitchen and Juby True brands for internal materials, presentations, promotions, menus and events
True Food Kitchen | Phoenix, AZ | December 2017 – April 2019
> Art direction and design of high-level creative concepts for both the True Food Kitchen and Juby True brands for internal materials, presentations, promotions, menus and events
> Mixed media art installation concepts for new store locations meant to enhance store spaces, create a bridge between the brand and locale and reinforce brand pillars in unique creative ways
> Photography, Art direction for photography, Illustration
> Copywriting for marketing promotions and materials
Design and Multimedia Manager
Sun Health | Surprise, AZ | August 2014 – December 2017
> Responsible for all visual aspects of the brand which includes creating printed collateral, printed advertising, website and digital marketing art, signage, video graphics and photography art direction
Sun Health | Surprise, AZ | August 2014 – December 2017
> Responsible for all visual aspects of the brand which includes creating printed collateral, printed advertising, website and digital marketing art, signage, video graphics and photography art direction
> Working closely with all members of the marketing team to lend my expertise on projects across all business lines
> Managing the design workload leveraging outside freelance designers as needed and working with outside partners and vendors to ensure brand consistency
> Manage print vendor relationships including choosing vendor based on project needs, obtaining quotes, print production, press checks, approvals, ensuring materials are delivered on time and managing distribution
> Website updates, maintenance, enhancements and work closely with outside partner on backend technical needs
> Manage email marketing sign-up forms, lists and templates and coordinate email marketing campaigns
Marketing Graphic Designer II
Desert Schools Federal Credit Union | Phoenix, AZ | July 2010 – August 2014
> Art direction and design for a variety of print, digital, and web projects
Desert Schools Federal Credit Union | Phoenix, AZ | July 2010 – August 2014
> Art direction and design for a variety of print, digital, and web projects
> Manage monthly process of designing and coordinating email marketing, statement messages, and digital signage within vendor systems
> Assign projects and provide direction and support to junior designer
> Work as the brand expert with partnered agency in the development of commercials, corporate videos and custom photography
> Lead creative team brainstorming and concepting for campaigns and promotions
> Maintain vendor relationships, negotiate quotes and specifications with vendors
> As department mentor, provide training and support to department employees and facilitate team building activities
Marketing Graphic Designer I
Desert Schools Federal Credit Union | Phoenix, AZ | January 2007 – July 2010
> Created print and digital marketing collateral: monthly newsletter, flyers, posters, ads, direct mail, campaign materials, digital signage, branch retailing
Marketing Graphic Designer I
Desert Schools Federal Credit Union | Phoenix, AZ | January 2007 – July 2010
> Created print and digital marketing collateral: monthly newsletter, flyers, posters, ads, direct mail, campaign materials, digital signage, branch retailing
> Performed monthly web maintenance as needed: flash banners, static banners, image optimization
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AWARDS
AWARDS
2020 American Advertising Awards - Gold Award
Direct Mail 3D/Mixed - Chileno Beach Bash
Direct Mail 3D/Mixed - Chileno Beach Bash
2022 American Advertising Awards - Silver Award
Online/Interactive Business to Business Website - VITA
Online/Interactive Business to Business Website - VITA