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About
Professional graphic designer with variety of experience working for different clients, and additional background in illustration, web, and photography. Designed logos, corporate identity, packaging, posters, websites, sell sheets, and trade show graphics. Created advertisements such as direct mail, newspaper and magazine ads, fliers, in-store promotions, outdoor, and point-of-purchase. Supervised freelance contractors for web design and photography. Managed projects under a strict deadline.
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Education
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Graduate Certificate MarketingUniversity of Redlands2020 - Currently Enrolled
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BFA Communication ArtsOtis College of Art and Design2003 - 2007
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AA PhotographyCalifornia Community Colleges2001 - 2003
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Experience
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Graphic DesignerFreelanceLos Angeles, CAMay 2006 - Present (18 years 7 months)Developed corporate identity, logos, illustrations, web design and photo retouching for various clients including Physician Strategy College, RSES, The Catalina Island Company, A Wing and Prayer Perfume, h+ hybrids, Skinner Insurance, and the San Mateo County Daily Journal among others.
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Production Manager/Graphic DesignerLos Angeles, CANov 2009 - Apr 2014 (4 years 5 months)Managed and created advertisements for web, outdoor, magazine, and trade publications; trade show graphics, packaging, brochures, sell sheets, point-of-sale, and corporate identity systems. Quality control of printing, color and type. Construct, modify, retouch and color correct photos and illustrations for print and web. Participated from conception through execution of each job. Clients included food and drink companies; and industrial, retail, and restaurant supplies.
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Graphic ArtistCentinela Feed & Pet SuppliesTorrance, CASep 2007 - Nov 2008 (1 year 2 months)Redesigned corporate identity including monthly newsletter and bi-weekly LA Times ads. Designed point of purchase signs and packaging. Managed advertising accounts and budget. Supervised freelance contractors for web design and photography. Maintained relationship with vendors and printers. Prepared all outgoing materials for print.
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Affiliations
AIGA, SI-LA
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Industries
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Skills
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@abstandley, member since 2011
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