I love great design and am always inspired by others and things around me. I work well on teams and am able to communicate my ideas clearly and consicely. I am a productive worker and am skilled at managing my time to meet deadlines. I pay close attention to detail and know that the smallest things often make the largest difference.

EXPERIENCE

Associate Art Director – Alert Diver Magazine

June 2011 – Current

I create visually compelling layouts using provided text and images within the space alotted. I design all pages in InDesign and package the files to send to pre-press to include all images, text and notes. I work closely with the other Art Director and the Editor to make sure that all text and images are properly showcased.

Freelance Designer

August 2010 – Current

I work with a variety of clients to develop brand identities, websites and promotional materials. I manage multiple accounts at a time and rely on my ability to self start, manage time and communicate progress with the customer. I go through the creative process with each of my clients to help determine the best solutions for their needs. Some clients come to me with current brands that need updated, while some come with a blank slate and need a completely new identity.

Director of Education – Bottlecraft

July 2011 – Current

I help customers select beers based on their personal preferences, listening to the things that they describe in their favorites. I am always researching new beers, learning about styles and gaining more knowlege so that I can better help the customers and expand the craft beer movement. I teach classes about beer styles, regions and processes based on my research and information gained through years of working with and in the industry. I also do weekly information sheets for the staff so they are expanding their knowledge and are able to convey it to the customers.

Graphic Designer – Smashing Designs

May 2007 – April 2011

I worked closely with a number of clients to produce brand identities, promotional materials, catalogs, coffee table books, travel guides, websites, packaging and a variety of other material. I frequently managed multiple clients at a time and many projects during my day to day. I kept hourly records of time spent on each project and worked within the time frame quoted to the client.