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Senior Graphic/Web Designer
Feb 2016 - Present (8 years 10 months)
- meeting clients or account managers to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job
- estimating the time required to complete the work and providing quotes for clients
- developing design briefs that suit the client's purpose
- thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts and developing interactive design
- using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time
- presenting finalised ideas and concepts to clients or account managers
- proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work
- demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches and working on layouts ready for print
- commissioning illustrators and photographers
- working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists
- create determine the layout, font color, font type, logos, pictures and other visual and verbal aspects of a website
- determines what the employer wants out of the product
- create sketches and samples of potential layouts for the website, before developing the finished product
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Creative Director
Cebu City, Philippines
Jan 2014 - Present (10 years 11 months)
Lead creative sessions for project kick-offs
Manage multiple projects from concept through completion
Develop creative programs and design concepts that meet the business objectives of the organization and that advance our brand strategy
Establish creative direction for the entire line of online services and programs
Supervise and inspire the creative team of vendor partners; generate multiple concepts for a campaign or project
Work with the account team, strategy team, and copywriters to develop concepts and present to management
Work with internal teams to generate ideas for pitching and proposals
Manage team members
Provide quality control over concepts and projects,
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Senior Graphic Artist
Mar 2015 - Dec 2015 (9 months)
Prepares finished artwork for press and digital print
Prioritizes personal tasks to meet scheduled deadlines
Follows procedures and processes as set by management
Ability to take criticism, either by my direct manager, co-workers or clients.
Creates concepts for internal and external clients
Adheres to allocated time
Maintains creativity and is constantly keeping up with current trends in design;
Accurately interpret briefs from internal and external clients to ensure satisfaction of completed materials
Ensures that all work is technically correct - high-quality and print-ready.
Accurately enters time-sheet on a daily basis
Contributes to team efforts by sharing their knowledge with others and being open to learning new skills from co-workers
Ensures quality control of their own work and supplied artwork for publications
Maintains technical knowledge of Creative Suite
Works under pressure and to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
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Lead Web Graphic Designer
Sep 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 6 months)
Plans site design by clarifying goals; designing functionality.
Develops site navigation by categorizing content; funneling traffic through content.
Develops site content and graphics by coordinating with copywriters and graphic artists; designing images, icons, banners, audio enhancements, etc.
Prepares site by installing and configuring server software; installing programming language using authoring and formatting tools; ensuring cross-platform compatibility; establishing links.
Establishes locatability by registering with search engines.
Upgrades site by updating content and graphics; monitoring performance and results; identifying and evaluating improvement options; introducing new technology; maintaining links.
Protects site by designing and installing security precautions.
Maintains site appearance by developing and enforcing content and display standards; editing submissions.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Provides information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs.
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Senior Graphic Artist
Sep 2013 - Mar 2015 (1 year 6 months)
Responsible for the creation of all online visual design, including typography, visual concept, logo and icon design for the Internet and interactive platforms.
Effectively communicate and coordinate with the information architect, writer and production artists to ensure that the visual design communicates the desired message, and functions successfully for varying technical and performance specifications.
Capable of leading the creative aspects of a project and have demonstrated strong business acumen .
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Senior Graphic Designer( Fashion & Interior)/ Visual Merchandiser
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Sep 2011 - Oct 2012 (1 year 1 month)
Liaising with clients to determine their requirements and budget
Designing client proposals from typesetting (taking a word document, designing it in Photoshops, Illustrators, InDesign & etc) through to design, print and production
Working with clients, briefing and advising them with regard to proposal style, format, print production and timescales
Developing concepts, graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and internet website
Determining size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and font style and size
Preparing rough drafts of material based on agreed brief
Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements if required
Liaising with external printers on a regular basis to ensure deadlines are met and material is printed to the highest quality.
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Graphic Designer
Cebu City, Philippines
Sep 2008 - Aug 2009 (11 months)
meeting clients or account managers to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job;
interpreting the client's business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose;
estimating the time required to complete the work and providing quotes for clients;
developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research;
thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts;
using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time;
presenting finalised ideas and concepts to clients or account managers;
working with a wide range of media, including photography and computer-aided design (CAD);
proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work;
contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall brief;
demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches;
working on layouts and artworking pages ready for print;
keeping abreast of emerging technologies in new media, particularly design programs such as QuarkXPress, FreeHand, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3ds Max, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver and Flash;
developing interactive design;
commissioning illustrators and photographers;
working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists.
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Senior Graphic Designer( Fashion & Interior)/ Visual Merchandiser
Cebu City, Philippines
Jul 2013 - May 2007 (6 years 1 month)
Display designers and visual merchandisers use their design skills to promote the image, products and services of businesses and other organisations.
Display designers focus on designing displays, stands and panels for exhibitions, conferences and other events. They also produce point-of-sale displays, which are installed in hundreds of retail outlets.
Visual merchandisers create window and in-store displays of goods for retail shops and department stores.
The work involves researching to get an understanding of what is needed, and coming up with design ideas. Visual merchandisers also source elements such as lighting, props and accessories.
It is important to make the most of the space available, work within a budget and meet deadlines. Installing and dismantling displays may also be part of the job description.