Resume

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a position as an Art Director applying my broad skills from concepting, execution and production of effective artwork to fill seats and move products off shelves.

EDUCATION

Eastern Illinois University // 1999
B.A. Art/Design 
 
EMPLOYMENT
Jump Company  //  2008 - Present
Art Director
St. Louis, MO

Thunderbolt Marketing  //  2006 - 2008
Art Director
St. Louis, MO
 
The Marketing Depot  //  2001 - 2006
Senior Graphic Designer
Ballwin, MO
 
Intaglio Creative  //  1999 - 2001
Graphic Designer
St. Louis, MO
 
Freelance Graphic Designer  //  2000 - Present 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Designed and developed marketing tools—advertising, print collateral, corporate ID programs, packaging, POS & online advertising—from concept to final production. Created & presented artwork internally and to clients for projects in industries including health care, auto racing, animal nutrition, film production, food & beverage, technology and retail.
 
Worked with design team, copywriters & account team to achieve results on time & on budget. Worked closely with associates & vendors to establish budgets & plan production of projects. Oversaw in-house designers and freelance talent. Attended press checks and directed photo shoots.
 
Refined software proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, managed Mac-based hardware and software requirements and maintained project backup and archive.
 
Listened, questioned & absorbed while keeping a finger on the pulse of pop culture.

AWARDS

2011 // Sports Media Marketing Award
 
2010 // St. Louis Regional Addy Award
 
2005 // Silver Davey Award, Communicator Award of Excellence, Communicator Award of Distinction, Communicator Honorable Mention
 
2004 // First Place DMA Arrow Award, Communicator Award of Distinction, Bronze Summit Award
 
2003 // First Place DMA Arrow Awards (3), Second Place DMA Arrow Award, Communicator Award of Distinction