Professional Experience

Stagwolf Garage Kits Jan 2014 - Present
Multimedia Designer (Freelance)
-Increased company revenue by creating distinctive advertising and digital assets based on established brand identity.
-Established Brand Identity, created eye-catching logos and packaging art for a variety of offered products. Performed photo adjustment and image manipulation as needed

Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (Non-Profit) Jan 2015 - Present
Graphic Designer (Freelance)
-Build layout and text for all assigned print pieces including flyers, pamphlets, postcards, invitations, banners, etc.

Press4Kids Dec 2013 - Jan 2014
Graphic Designer (Temporary Freelancer)
-Worked on multiple news projects, searched various websites and stock photo sites for relevant images pertaining to news stories
-Built layout and text for all assigned news articles, including iPad and iPhone designs, map pins, video clips, slideshows, etc.
-Performed photo adjustment and image manipulation as needed
-Attended meetings for assigned news articles, discussed guidelines and timetable
-Worked seamlessly with all coworkers to ensure all production deadlines were met

Grand Circle Travel, LLC Jan 2012 - Apr 2012
Graphic Designer (Temporary Freelancer)
-Managed multiple projects, up to 65 concurrently, and met all deadlines
-Built layout and text for all assigned print pieces, including big book catalogs, pamphlets, postcards, invitations, banners, etc.
-Performed photo adjustment and image manipulation as needed
-Attended concept meetings for assigned product promotions, and provided clear guidelines with timelines when a new format was requested
-Worked seamlessly with all departments - Brand, Sales, Traffic, Production, Copy, etc.
-Expedited and prioritized rush projects accordingly

Wolters Kluwer Law & Business Mar 2005 - Dec 2010New York, NY
Graphic Designer
-Pre-flighted all outgoing projects  
-Designed, created, edited and proof-read brochures, advertisements, books covers, magazine inserts, etc.
-Adhered to all style guidelines and sustained brand consistency across formats
Interim Art Director
-Managed traffic flow of assignments and acted as communication liaison between departments
-Outsourced projects to freelance designers as needed
-Reviewed  and approved layout, photography and copy of all design comps to ensure that all marketing messages are clearly and correctly communicated