Work Experience
Designer/Illustrator
2006-Present
• Collaborate with various clients to produce art for social expressions and product design.
• Manage multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to client specifications.
• Administer business operations, including invoicing and licensing contracts.
• Directly communicate with clients to understand and fulfill their needs.
Clients include: Hallmark Cards, Freedom Greetings, Marian Heath Greeting Cards, Renaissance Greetings, Gartner Greetings, Jeanmarie Creations, Gallant Greetings, Designer Greetings, DaySpring Cards, PS Greetings, Innoware, Focus Electrics, LLC, Paramount Cards.
Lead Designer-Ribbon by Design
2014-Present
• Conceptualize and develop entire everyday and seasonal product lines.
• Collaborate with clients to create custom designs for special events and branding purposes.
• Design print and web collateral, including photography for website and social media.
• Proficient in color management and correction using dye sublimation technology.
• Create and distribute bi-weekly newsletters using MailChimp.
Prepress and Production Design-Gartner Greetings
October 2011-June 2013
• Execute product development and creative objectives for print materials.
• Ensure accuracy in all work before sending files for printing.
• Develop mock-ups and presentation materials for pricing quotes and sales presentations.
Senior Illustrator-Paramount Cards
In-house Illustrator
• Created designs in various mediums to meet line needs.
• Managed freelance artists and provided final review of all creative projects.
Education
Rhode Island School of Design(RISD), Providence, RI
Graphic Design Certificate
University of Hartford-Hartford Art School, Hartford, CT
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Cum Laude
Illustration Major, Art History Minor
Awards
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Greeting Card Association ~Louie Award Winner
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Hallmark Cards Competition~Your Greeting Card Competition Winner
Skills
Fine Art Skills: Proficient in watercolor, gouache, acrylic, pen and ink, collage, airbrush, pastel, colored pencil, and graphite.
Computer Skills: Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Microsoft Word. Experienced in creating repeat patterns
Personal Skills: Strong administrative skills including typing invoices, purchase orders, licensing contracts, and maintaining databases. Excellent customer service abilities.