Résumé

Experienced Production Artist dedicated to providing first-rate design services for all clients. Able to collaborate with art, writing, and marketing leaders to translate concept designs into usable materials for diverse applications. Knowledgeable about needs and customer preferences across multiple industries from start-ups to Fortune 500 companies. Talent for managing heavy workloads, creating and modifying artwork, and producing clean files according to business needs.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE:
► Collaborative Team Leadership
► Marketing Brand Strategy Rollout
► Project Planning / Project Management
► Client & Partner Relationship Management
► Strong Writing & Editing Skills
► Detail-oriented
► Client Presentations / Communications
► Print Production Layout
► Art Direction / Graphic Design
► Collateral Materials
► Typography Skills
► Color Correction
► Copyediting Skills
► Pre-Production / Campaign Meetings
► Digital Content Creation
► Image Retouching / Digital Art
► Information Architecture
► Social Media Support
► Troubleshooting

TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Keynote, Microsoft Office Suite, WordPress, MailChimp, Mac OS

CLIENT PROJECT PORTFOLIO:
JLL, Frito Lay, PepsiCo, Inc., Pearle Vision, Quaker Oats Company, Ocean Spray, The UPS Store, American Airlines, Goodyear, Roll by Goodyear, State Farm, Wendy’s, U.S. Army, Arby’s, Pernod Ricard, Frisco Economic Development Corporation, Ragú, Neiman Marcus, NeimanMarcus.com, Duke University, Texas Instruments, JCPenney, Pier 1, Endicott & Company PR, imc2, Galleria Dallas, The Shops at Park Lane, Southlake Town Square, Mockingbird Station, Madison Marquette, CBRE, ShopAcrossTexas.com, Verbode Real Estate, Guiltless Superfoods, Hollingsworth & Walker Attorneys, Ligne Roset Furniture, Allie Coosh, Ylang-Ylang Jewelry, Project Transformation, Johnny Rodriguez the Salon, Fairy Godmother Bridal, All Saints Church Dallas, Dallas 24 Hour Club, Seth Smith Photography

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

The Marketing Arm – Dallas, TX / 2019 – 2021
Mechanical Artist
Produced collateral and media for traditional print, large format, POP display, web and social media applications. Managed multiple client projects with tight deadlines. Participated in collaborative team pre-production meetings. Ensured color, quality and legal standards were met with printed pieces. Resolved production challenges, including intricate print jobs with spot and 4-color process. 

Next Jen Creative – Dallas, TX / 1996 – Present
Freelance Graphic Designer, Digital Artist, Project Manager & Copywriter
Develop strategy and deliver work products from creative execution to production for collateral, packaging, digital media, display and advertising projects. Create brand identity packages with full copyrighted content and graphics. Initiate social media activations with asset design, page, and screen layout, typography, landing pages, banner ads, and interaction. Integrate typographic, photographic, illustrative and graphic elements into designs. Produce error-free, production-ready mechanicals, and complete proofing through high-end retouching, compositing and color correction for direct mail, collateral, and digital promotions.

The Dealey Group – Dallas, TX / 2010 – 2018
Production Manager & Production Artist
Conceptualized, created, and produced collateral and media for traditional print, large format, web and social media applications. Managed multiple client projects with tight deadlines. Participated in collaborative team pre-production and campaign meetings. Maintained quality brand standards and consistency, legal mandates and schematics across multiple digital channels. Resolved production challenges. Coordinated business development initiatives, assisted with client retention, and managed project budgets. Proofed art files, attended all press checks, and assumed responsibility for flawless printing and final sign-off on client’s behalf. Led production schedule workflow for all agency projects, trafficked jobs, and client assets, organized photoshoots, and hired talent.

ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Crystal Clear CDs – Dallas, TX / 2008 – 2009
Production Artist

broadbandNOW!™, a division of i3s, inc. – Irving, TX / 1998 – 1999
Assistant Editor & Technical Writer

Dallas Observer – Irving, TX / 1997 – 1998
Production Artist & Layout Editor

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Attitudes & Attire – Dallas, TX / 2007 – Present
Fundraising Committee Member (2008-2010) / Volunteer Graphic Designer & Production Artist
Nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting personal growth for women seeking self-sufficiency.  Created invitation package,
D-Magazine advertisement and event collateral for fashion show fundraiser.

The Magdalen House – Dallas, TX / 2008 – 2019
Board Member (2015 – 2016) / Volunteer Graphic Designer & Production Artist
No-cost community for women to recover from alcoholism and build new lives. Created brand identity suite, managed social media, and wrote content for email blast campaign.

One Meter at A Time – Dallas, TX / 2014
Volunteer Painter
Public Art Project in partnership between the Dallas Police Department and the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs designed to contribute to the visual enhancement of Dallas streets.

40AOK (40 Acts of Kindness) – Dallas, TX / 2014
Volunteer Digital Content Creator
Global campaign dedicated to promoting Acts of Kindness. Created social media content, stuffed, and assembled backpacks for underprivileged school-aged children starting back to school.

Art Conspiracy – Dallas, TX / 2012
Volunteer Production Artist
Nonprofit community bringing artists and musicians together, raise funds, and activate awareness for regional creative programs and causes. Produced event graphics, including tickets, name badges, social media graphics, and auction receipts.

The 500 Inc. – Dallas, TX / 1997
Volunteer Graphic Designer / Production Artist
Nonprofit spreading awareness and raising funds to support arts organizations in Dallas county. Created invitation package for fundraising event.