Resume

Fostered an environment of open communication within a team of talented designers
Developed and encouraged a culture of peer review and response that bolstered designer confidence and performance
Led strategy exercises aimed at determining the true purpose and impact of marketing campaigns for some of the biggest players in the Federal technology space
Actively fought for fresh ideas for content, content promotion, and solutions to garner more share-of-wallet outcomes for both external and internal clients

Developed, managed, and executed concepts, strategies, and projects for a broad range of organizations concentrated in the government IT space, including Adobe, CDW, Lexmark, Northrop Grumman, Research In Motion (BlackBerry), Symantec, and the U.S. Army
Worked closely with account teams to develop realistic production schedules and delivery deadlines
Managed day-to-day schedules of department employees and adjusted long-range scheduling when necessary
Conducted project reviews to ensure the quality of design throughout the department met company standards
Assisted the Creative Director with resource budgeting and allocation

Managed all phases of graphic design required for a base of over 200 clients from medium-sized business to large multi-brand conglomerates
Designed over 120 unique websites ranging in scope from small brochure-style marketing sites to large-scale e-commerce and data management applications resulting in formal praise for accurately and artistically reflecting the vision of the client
Managed multiple projects and designers simultaneously, successfully meeting all timeline and budget requirements
Assessed the graphic design needs of projects during face to face meetings with clients
Collaborated with account managers and production manager to define project deliverables, milestones and deadlines
Coordinated with the production team to identify and plan for major obstacles and processes, often resulting in a more streamlined and efficient production schedule
Conducted design reviews for completed web applications to ensure adherence throughout

Designed and constructed original dynamic websites including all original artwork and graphics, HTML, CSS and Java Script for a diverse clientele
Collaborated with development team to seamlessly integrate database driven applications (ASP) into front-end designs
Communicated directly with clients regarding needs, approvals and scheduling
Redesigned company website and initiated a new brand management strategy

Managed all aspects of project development from project scoping and estimating to storyboarding and final deployment
Produced demos, prototypes and storyboards of proposed creative concepts
Conducted presentations and meetings with clients to review design concepts
Designed and deployed original marketing websites for small to medium-sized businesses
Designed multiple format print media including brochures, direct mail pieces, stationary, billboards and apparel
Collaborated with client marketing teams, designed logos and developed brand management guidelines and style guides
Designed artwork and developed specifications for package design
Communicated and collaborated with printer regarding pre-press requirements and layout issues
Approved proofs from printer prior to production