Professional Experience
NRG11
Glendale, CA | April 2004 – Present
Owner/Lead Designer
- Cultivate a design vision into various forms with local, national, and international clients
- Produce products for web and print media focused on marketing, brand management, and artistic expression
- Conceptualize, create, and execute high-end design in all print, promotion, and editorial-related materials
- Recolor prints and pattern on computer, as appropriate
- Prepare and collect all electronic files and copy for imaging
- Interface with vendors to assure quality control
- Produce vendor branding, event materials, electronic marketing images, and large format print work by meeting or exceeding deadlines and budgetary limitations
Iron Horse Interactive / atEvent
San Ramon, CA | May 2011 – Present
Associate Designer
- Work on a range of accounts, from Fortune 500 companies to start-ups, from B2C to B2B, that result in engaging and remarkable experiences
- Extend conceptual ideas into compelling design and marketing solutions that represent a client’s brand and additional marketing initiatives
- Monitor emerging trends in interactive technologies, content marketing, graphic design, direct mail, user experience, and marketing tactics
- Execute design projects, from conceptualization through completion
- Formulated and implemented data logging system and employee portal, used company-wide
- Led projects as point-of-contact, which involved collaboration with vendors, and coordinating numerous international logistical hurdles
- Initiated and continued advanced training for project management, utilizing AGILE and Scrum methodologies
- Manage and prioritize projects to ensure flawless delivery
- Rework assets, as necessary, to meet client expectations, while maintaining budgetary limitations
- Produce vendor branding, event materials, electronic marketing images, and large format print work
SFClubs, Inc.
San Francisco, CA | April 2001 – June 2005
Graphic Designer/Promotions Coordinator
- Designed and executed all venue related promotion collateral including handbills, signage, electronic marketing assets, banners, and posters
- Conceived and produced dynamic events on a weekly basis
- Maintained a strict budget while producing a superior level of customer service and quality assurance
- Increased overall venue revenue by 80%
- Conducted staff hiring, training, and supervision of 20+ individuals during weekly events and special performances
Summit Appraisal, Inc.
Walnut Creek, CA | February 2001 – January 2005
Computer Technician
- Managed Microsoft Windows desktop hardware & end-user software support
- Assisted customers with on-site & remote access support
- Focused on multi-tasking and time management for data processing, data logging, servicing, and routing client issues
- Conceptualized company identity for marketing materials, stationary and work uniforms
Software Experience
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe InDesign
- Microsoft Office 365
- Adobe Lightroom
- Adobe Premiere
- Adobe Audition
- Adobe Bridge
- Android
- Apple iOS
- Windows OS
- Apple OS
Education
Antioch High School
Antioch, CA | June 2000
General Education with a Certificate of Completion in Microsoft Office
Strong affiliation and involvement in the following courses:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Computer Applications