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Global License Branding Director
Ann Arbor, MI
Jul 2012 - Present (12 years 4 months)
• Generated new visual development for a Global Brand Licensing company that focuses on International product and character development.
• Developed branding, marketing, and product identity for That Guy products and accessories.
• Maintain online sales and web content for www.harvestingthecrazy.com and social media networking.
• Strategic Consulting, including business plan & sales strategy development.
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Freelance Illustrator/Graphic Designer
Ann Arbor, MI
Mar 2004 - Present (20 years 8 months)
• Create illustrations and designs, focused on kid friendly graphics such as logos, control art, toy inventions, and
coloring books.
• Maintain project plans, timelines, and standards for each client's requirements.
• Licensed clients include Disney/Pixar, Dreamworks, Hasbro, Marvel, Nickelodeon, and The Simpson's.
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Graphic Designer/Illustrator/Sample Speciallist
Ann Arbor, MI
Aug 2007 - Aug 2011 (4 years)
• Designed product concepts, identity, and packaging for the toy, publishing, and activity industries.
• Created illustrations and graphics for corporate branding, company websites, and Worldwide trade show signage.
• Generated handmade prototypes and samples for sales support and International Toy Fairs.
• Recognized for work on The Original Blendy Pens, Blendy Pens Blasta, Sprayza, Go Loco Craft, and Fuzzoodles.
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Graphic Artist
Tucson, AZ
Jun 2002 - Mar 2004 (1 year 9 months)
• Conceptualized, illustrated, and designed a variety of original Artwork, stationery, and packaging implemented
on hundreds of popular products and activity kits.
• Spearheaded design team for product launch of company's first stand alone Boy products.
• Conceptualized original designs and branding for skateboard decks, action figures, boy's apparel, and school supplies.
• Magazine layout for monthly Fan Club publication.