RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance
Jan. 2013 - Present
Graphic Designer
Lee Daniels Entertainment
Oct. 2013 - July 2019
Contracted Graphic Designer | Social Media Manager / Assistant
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Nov. 2003 - Jan. 2013
Creative Media Services Manager
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
March 1997 - Nov. 2003
Ad Creative Graphic Designer
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
TECHNICAL SKILLS
EDUCATION
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Major: Graphic Design
Freelance
Jan. 2013 - Present
Graphic Designer
- Enhance visual elements of digital properties with an eye for consistency.
- Assist in development of the overall customer experiences using layout techniques, style guides, color schemes, user interface graphics and icons.
- Design flyers, posters, brochures, business cards, websites, magazines and logos for clients.
- Design and build highly impactful design solutions.
Lee Daniels Entertainment
Oct. 2013 - July 2019
Contracted Graphic Designer | Social Media Manager / Assistant
- Lead creative strategy and brand development initiatives.
- Design and maintain LeeDanielsEntertainment.com
- Collaborate with content strategist, product managers and developers in executing the bold yet elegant design solutions.
- Present finalized ideas & concepts to clients and colleagues.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Nov. 2003 - Jan. 2013
Creative Media Services Manager
- Directed activities, programs and work completed at satellite office locations.
- Ensured that the creative function operated in an effective and profitable manner.
- Mentored and inspired team members to deliver award-winning (and award-worthy) work that inspired and generated measurable business returns for the organization.
- Managed and prioritized assignments to ensure timely delivery to internal and external clients.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
March 1997 - Nov. 2003
Ad Creative Graphic Designer
- Presented strategic ideas and vision to executive level and cross functional teams.
- Designed high-end, revenue generating sold, campaign and speculative newspaper and online advertising.
- Developed smart, strategic, and creative solutions that are aspirational and brand-consistent across multiple channels.
- Created designs, concepts and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts.
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE
- Visual Thinking & Design
- Process Improvement
- Digital Art
- Production Optimization
- Project Planning & Execution
- Content Development
- Concept Development
- Idea Generation
- Client Relations
- Social Media
- Product Development
- Troubleshooting
- Logo Design
- Cross-functional Management
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe InDesign CC
- Adobe Illustrator CC
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Adobe Muse CC
- DTI AdSpeed
EDUCATION
Drexel University
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Major: Graphic Design