Reena Manalo

Oversee all projects and manage workflow for the Creative team, maintain strong, positive relationships with printers and product vendors, coordinate the design and production of custom-branded retail merchandise products, assist in coordinating/scheduling photo shoots.

Collaborated closely with the VP of Sales to coordinate and manage Foodland's weekly ad. Managed advertising for all brands under the Sullivan Family of Companies umbrella by seeking advertising opportunities and meeting with publications. Worked as the liason between internal clients and the design team by managing creative projects, within budget, from start to finish. Built strong relationships with a variety of vendors.

Provided art direction to a team of 3-4 graphic designers for print and web material for all Food Pantry brands and The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf. Worked closely with the Marketing team and Creative Director to create design solutions for high-level design projects.

Design mailers for the Annual Giving & Events Department
Design brochures and banners for the Admission Department

Under the direction of the Creative Director and Art director, designed print collateral for Foodland, Food Pantry, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, and Beard Papa. Also designed ads, reusable bags and websites, and assisted in photo shoots.