Christine Schup

Collaborates with teams to develop solutions and ensure superior quality, brand consistency, and adherence to strict deadlines and brand guidelines. Actively involved in production and printing to ensure the delivery of high-quality finished products. Acts professionally in all circumstances and enjoys creating and nurturing professional networks of peers, clients and partners. Consistently employs solid business ethics, including protection of proprietary and confidential information.

Responsible for independently developing and managing all aspects of the apparel brand: concept, brand identity, creative direction, graphic design, apparel design, photography, product production management, marketing, advertising, social media management, sales account management, website design and maintenance (Shopify), inventory management, order processing, fulfillment, shipping (ShipStation), customer service.

Utilized expertise in project management, graphic design, and photography to concept and create magazines, books, newsprint sections, marketing collateral, logos and ads. Successfully collaborated with a stable of editors, writers, illustrators and photographers in day-to-day execution of design projects. Coordinated long-range planning of publications to meet sales and production deadlines. Operated innovatively while adhering to fixed deadlines and budgetary limitations.

Embedded lead designer of multiple nationally distributed magazines. Independently designed American Tobacco Cards, a 400-page reference book. Lead designer for corporate projects.

Responsible for editorial and advertising layout and design. Collaborated with the publisher, art director, editors, reporters, illustrators, and photographers to ensure the weekly publication was accurately completed and submitted to press on time.