Gabriel Kalach, KALACH DESIGN • Visual Communications in Miami Beach, FL

About

Comprehensive design takes into account psychological, behavioral and socio-cultural issues. Trends are important but ever lasting impressions are paramount.

In-depth research of any given topic and wisdom are invaluable as well.

Adding a healthy dose of intuition to my projects has also proven to be essential.

> Exceptional abilities in abstract conceptualization and visualization.

> A willingness to convert a vision into an actionable concept that can be communicated to and inspire others - through design.

> Research of possibilities and alternatives to any given topic or project.

> 15+ Years of Professional Graphic/WEB Design & Production.

> Specialize in taking projects from concept, through design, photography, pre-production, printing, assembly, packaging and final delivery to client.

> Bi-Lingual (Spanish & English).

> Strong concept & design skills.

> Award-Winning Designer (see achievements).

> Expert Software Knowledge (cross platform).

> Strong Corporate Identity insight.

> Brand Development.

> Digital Imaging/Manipulation.

> Print & Web Media.

> Cross-Platform Experience: MAC / Windows.

MY WORK ONLINE:

http://www.behance.net/gabrielkalach

http://www.creativeshake.com/kalach.id

http://www.creativeshake.com/kalach.proart

http://www.coroflot.com/gabecoroflot/portfolio

Education

Vector Drawing & Design with Digital Tools Digital Design Basics

GrafiLetras

1998 - 1999
Certificate Digital Pre-press and color basics Digital Design

La Tadeo

1993 - 1998
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design & Visual Communication Major in Arts

Tadeo University

1993 - 1998

Experience

Principal / Design Director

KALACH DESIGN • Visual Communications

Nov 2009 - Present (15 years 1 month)

- Responsible for Latin America, US and International Market accounts.
- Duties include handling all aspects of conceptualization process and design of unique pieces for print and online media. From concept to production.
- Presenting solutions, creative comps and strategies to clients.- Responsible for the development, global integration and refinement of client’s brand identities.
- Development and design of company’s presentation, marketing collateral and RFP documents.
- Implementation of a successful infrastructure to develop projects entirely Online.
- Supervision and Direction of Web Designers/Programmers.
- Project management by estimating project time line and allocation of creative resources.
- General management and representation of the Studio Online/Offline.
- Digital File preparation for printing and Web (Digital pre-press and pre-production)
- Computer Hardware & Software purchasing, upgrade & maintenance.
President / Creative Director

PROART STUDIO - Gabriel Kalach / Visual Communications

Oct 1999 - Present (25 years 2 months)

After a successful and enriching career experience in New York City I returned to Miami Beach where I continued working exclusively as a Freelance Visual Communicator. Proart Studio is a one-man Design Practice working closely with a talented web programmer.
We specialize in brand and identity development for companies and individuals, Online/Offline, regardless of their geographical location. We possess a proven system to develop successful projects, from concept to completion, exclusively Online.
- Responsible for Latin America, US and International Market accounts. - Duties include handling all aspects of conceptualization process and design of unique pieces for print and online media. From concept to production. - Presenting solutions, creative comps and strategies to clients. - Responsible for the development, global integration and refinement of client’s brand identities.
Freelance Artist

Pulse Communications Promotions and Branding Inc.

2007 - 2009 (2 years)
GK Design Colombia

Jan 1993 - 1999 (6 years 11 months)

Assignments include concept, illustration, design, pre-production (file preparation), coordination, printing supervision of: Logos & Corporate Identities, Websites, Catalogs, Brochures, Magazine/Newspaper Ads, Data Sheets, P.O.P. Displays, Packaging + Product Development, Direct Mail, Posters, Flyers, Customized Presentations, Photography, Book/CD Covers, Websites, Email Marketing. Studio Soft/Hardware Supervision.

Awards

Achievements are described on resume. More details and information is available upon request.

Skills

Elsewhere on the Web

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On Coroflot

@gabecoroflot, member since 2005

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Gabriel Kalach

Associate Gear Designer

Letter and Script Engraver (Banknote) Apprentice