Summary

• I am a marketing professional with years of experience using my creative problem-solving and design skills to develop multi-channel media campaigns that convert prospects into leads, nurture leads into customers, and delight customers into becoming advocates. I am seeking a creative and collaborative environment where I may use these skills to not only increase revenue, but improve the lives of my community and beyond.

Experience

• Print Graphic Designer2019 – present

  Moss Motors

  Conceptualized and executed design work for a variety of engaging data-driven print advertising. Collaborated with cross-functional teams, ensuring design coherence and project alignment with business strategies. Developed a unified visual branding strategy. Managed workflow and deadlines for all projects. Initiated a workflow optimization plan and streamlined design processes that reduced project completion time without compromising quality. Mentored junior designers, improving team skill levels and productivity.

• Graphics and Digital Media Designer2014 – 2018

  Isolite Systems / Zyris, Inc.

  Developing integrated multi-channel Marketing initiatives and campaigns from concept to execution and metrics. Assessing and identifying opportunities for lead generation. Creating and maintaining a fresh, positive brand presence. Managing online presence through web, digital, and social media outlets. Developing product positioning, messaging, and technical writing for all internal and customer-facing collateral.

• Graphic/Web/Multimedia Designer1999 – Present

  Freelance

  Writing, producing, directing & editing multimedia productions. Photography, videography & film; Titles, sound design & all aspects of post production; dvd & blu-ray authoring; design, construction & implementation of web sites & email marketing campaigns; development of ads & ad campaigns for print; creation of greeting, invitation & post cards, posters, point-of-sale packaging, catalogs & displays.

• Production Artist2003 – 2011

  UC Education Abroad Program

  Re-design & management of main website & several satellite sites; SEO & web analytics; design & production of print publications, e.g. guidebooks, brochures, fliers, posters, t-shirts & other collateral; Creation of Flash, Audio/Visual & other digital productions. Customer Testimonials.

• Database/Direct Mail Manager2000 – 2003

  Lobero Theatre Foundation

  Design & execution of direct mail campaigns. Maintenance & organization of donor database. Generation of accurate reports & queries, e. g. annual revenue & capital campaign reports & address lists. Letter of Recommendation.

Education

• 2018Hubspot Certification

  HubSpot Academy

  Inbound, Content Marketing, Design, Marketing Software, Email Marketing, Inbound Sales, HubSpot Sales Software

• 2017Mini-Dental School

  University of Colorado, School of Dental Medicine

  Classroom and hands-on training sessions regarding the challenges facing dental practitioners today, including dental terminology, industry trends, fundamentals of specialties, and technological advancements.

• 1999Bachelor of Arts, Film Studies
  Minor in Russian Language & Literature

  University of California, Santa Barbara
  UC Education Abroad Program

  Dean's Honor List, 3.75 GPA

• 1995Associate of Science, Applied Design/Media Film
  1994Technical Certificate, Film/Video Production

  Allan Hancock College, Santa Maria, CA

  Dean's Honor List, 3.58 GPA

Honors & Awards

• Signet Research Inc. AdStudy Award
  UCEAP Meritorious Service Award
  CMN Outstanding Volunteer Recognition Award
  Outstanding Senior of the Film Studies Dept.
  Dean's Honor List, University of California, Santa Barbara
  Education Abroad Program Alumni Scholarship
  Dean's Honor List, Allan Hancock College
  Santa Maria Arts Council Award
  William C. Adams Scholarship

References

• References and a detailed employment history are available upon request.