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// OBJECTIVE
My goal is to work with world-class clients in a challenging and rewarding atmosphere. I have assembled a team that is able to provide innovative, customized solutions in branding, web design, print design and illustration. Every company has its own persona, identity and unique set of requirements and we look forward to bringing your vision to life.

// EXPERIENCE
July 2008 to present
Mojo Design, San Francisco, California
Art Director, Senior Designer
• Art Directed, managed and produced web and print projects for clients with a focus on clarifying messaging and increasing understanding for complex and technical products. Clients include Mozilla, Ancestry.com, TasteBook and Synactive.

March 2004 to July 2008
Kodak Gallery, Emeryville, California
Art Director, Department Manager, Creative Services
• Led the team in creation of innovative online and offline assets aligned with the needs of the business.
• Developed guidelines and style guide for the rollout of Kodak Gallery's new visual brand.
• Art directed, designed and produced all Kodak Gallery catalogs since inception (2005).
• Established the new look and feel for all photography used in web and print materials.
• Managed a team of full-time and contract resources including designers, copywriters and a studio manager.
• Partnered with Marketing team to develop and execute corporate initiatives and messaging.

June 2002 to June 2003
Artistic Studios, San Francisco, California
Senior Graphic Designer
• Responsible for the product development and design of original and unique paper products targeting the "tween" market.
• Created mock-ups to demonstrate marketability and appeal of products.
• Prepared and presented original concepts for use in new product development.
• Helped establish organizational structure by developing process improvements and quality standards.

July 2001 to June 2002
Freelance Graphic Design
• Managed, directed and produced projects for clients across multiple industries.
• Conceptualized and designed various print and web projects including: San Francisco MUNI styleguide,
San Jose Water Co.10K wrapper, illustrations and UI design for technology companies.

June 2000 to July 2001
Diesel Design, San Francisco, California
Graphic Designer
• Designed and developed print and web-based collateral in a dynamic team environment.
• Established new corporate identities along with rebranding efforts for clients in multiple industries.
• Traveled to various production facilities on press checks to validate all aspects of printed materials.

April 1998 to May 2000
Schurman Design, San Francisco, California
Junior Art Director
• Synchronized editorial, graphics and production needs while meeting all established schedules and remaining within budget.
• Developed deep skills in print production and special printing techniques.
• Monitored and evaluated current trends in design, layout and color.

// EDUCATION
May 1996
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Illustration
Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York
Studied and exhibited at Royalty Studios in London, England

// TECHNOLOGY
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks, Microsoft Office, Acrobat, Flash, Firefox, Safari, Quark XPress and Freehand.
Mac and PC platforms

// INTERESTS
Travel, Hiking, Painting, Snowboarding

 

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