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Professional Graphic Designer and Studio Production Artist
My specialties include developing and producing printed books, catalogs, direct mail, signage, and circulars. I’ve worked on long term assignments with clients including Ace Hardware, Sears, AT&T, and Qwest Communications. I have 15 years experience working with local, national and global clients and hold a BFA in Graphic Design from Columbia College Chicago.
“Subject Matter Expert” in planning, analyzing and creating visual solutions for marketing and communication challenges, finding the most effective way to get messages across in print and digital materials; using color, type, illustration, photography, data merge and scripts applied to various layout requirements all while adhering to strict brand guidelines.
I take great pride in delivering services that meet or exceed the client’s expectations at every level.
What I do
My expertise is providing concept to completion of promotional materials for print and digital formats.
Design and Production
Develop overall layout and production design of advertising (ads, brochures, direct mail and email) using industry standard software packages.
Team Integration
Collaborate with members of the Creative Design Team, Production Managers and Account Managers to ensure that the client’s design needs are being met.
Software Skills
Continually adding to my graphic arts toolbox with online training and tutorials. I'm an expert data merging InDesign files and using scripts.
Time Management
I do whatever it takes to insure on-time delivery. I take great pride in delivering services that meet or exceed the client's expectations at every level.
Selected Client Work
Bag Sale | Facebook
This artwork was created to showcase the variety of items that can fit in the bag.
Holiday Theme | Direct Mail
Holiday direct mail piece with variable option for offer date range.
Half Time Half Off | Facebook
Football themed offer. This was a weekly promotion throughout the NFL season.