Andrew "AJ" McMahan
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Mariel Lugo
Above and beyond are just some words that I would use professionally to describe AJ. He has been hands down one of the best Salesmen and Framers I have worked with in the last 13 years. Passionate and humble in his craft and life come to mind when I think of AJ, I am proud to have worked with him and hope one day our paths will cross again. He will never let you down!
Linh D.
As a Senior Graphic Designer, AJ did an excellent job in this position and was an asset to our organization during his tenure with the company. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills, is extremely organized, can work independently, and is able to effectively multi-task to ensure that all projects are completed in a timely manner. AJ was always willing to offer his assistance and had an excellent rapport with the many constituents served by our office including clients, employers, and other professional organizations. He would be an asset to any employer and I recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.
Mariel Lugo
Above and beyond are just some words that I would use professionally to describe AJ. He has been hands down one of the best Salesmen and Framers I have worked with in the last 13 years. Passionate and humble in his craft and life come to mind when I think of AJ, I am proud to have worked with him and hope one day our paths will cross again. He will never let you down!
Linh D.
As a Senior Graphic Designer, AJ did an excellent job in this position and was an asset to our organization during his tenure with the company. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills, is extremely organized, can work independently, and is able to effectively multi-task to ensure that all projects are completed in a timely manner. AJ was always willing to offer his assistance and had an excellent rapport with the many constituents served by our office including clients, employers, and other professional organizations. He would be an asset to any employer and I recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.
Mariel Lugo
Above and beyond are just some words that I would use professionally to describe AJ. He has been hands down one of the best Salesmen and Framers I have worked with in the last 13 years. Passionate and humble in his craft and life come to mind when I think of AJ, I am proud to have worked with him and hope one day our paths will cross again. He will never let you down!
Linh D.
As a Senior Graphic Designer, AJ did an excellent job in this position and was an asset to our organization during his tenure with the company. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills, is extremely organized, can work independently, and is able to effectively multi-task to ensure that all projects are completed in a timely manner. AJ was always willing to offer his assistance and had an excellent rapport with the many constituents served by our office including clients, employers, and other professional organizations. He would be an asset to any employer and I recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.
Mariel Lugo
Above and beyond are just some words that I would use professionally to describe AJ. He has been hands down one of the best Salesmen and Framers I have worked with in the last 13 years. Passionate and humble in his craft and life come to mind when I think of AJ, I am proud to have worked with him and hope one day our paths will cross again. He will never let you down!
Linh D.
As a Senior Graphic Designer, AJ did an excellent job in this position and was an asset to our organization during his tenure with the company. He has excellent written and verbal communication skills, is extremely organized, can work independently, and is able to effectively multi-task to ensure that all projects are completed in a timely manner. AJ was always willing to offer his assistance and had an excellent rapport with the many constituents served by our office including clients, employers, and other professional organizations. He would be an asset to any employer and I recommend him for any endeavor he chooses to pursue.
Credentials
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Certified Custom Framer
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Experience
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Asheville Color and Imaging, Inc
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United States
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Printing Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jul 2019 - Present
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Michaels Stores
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Framing Manager
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Nov 2014 - Present
Effective Team Leader: Lead a team of certified framers, in the highest grossing shop in the district, to consistently deliver high quality workmanship that showcases and protects the client’s art. Keeping Design in Mind: Engage with clients to determine their personal style, then, using color theory, design frames, mats and accents that speak to both the piece and their style. Awards and Recognition: Designated a Michael’s Center of Excellence shop. Train all new Michael’s Framing Managers in the district. Awarded highest increase in sales for the district with a 33% gain over the prior year, equating to nearly $100,000 more. Show less
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Real Time Visual Feedback
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Asheville, North Carolina Area
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Freelance Graphic Designer
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2002 - Present
Print & Web Marketing / Videography / Photo Restoration Driven: Network with past employers, co-workers, local athletes, musicians and business owners to find new opportunities. Shoot and edit promotional videos, create 3-D animation sequences, design print marketing for clients and restore family photos to (hopefully better than) original shape. Print & Web Marketing / Videography / Photo Restoration Driven: Network with past employers, co-workers, local athletes, musicians and business owners to find new opportunities. Shoot and edit promotional videos, create 3-D animation sequences, design print marketing for clients and restore family photos to (hopefully better than) original shape.
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Aaron Brothers, Inc.
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Retail
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100 - 200 Employee
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Lead Framer
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May 2012 - Oct 2014
Commitment to Excellence - In a very detail oriented profession, consistently produced high quality work. Received personal recommendation from the District Manager for placement in my current management position. Commitment to Excellence - In a very detail oriented profession, consistently produced high quality work. Received personal recommendation from the District Manager for placement in my current management position.
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BizMark 1to1
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Advertising Services
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Production Manager
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Sep 2010 - Apr 2012
Offset & Digital Printing / Marketing / Management Graphic Design: Developed designs from concept to completion and modified graphics to provide optimal results for printing. Created and updated brand identities for both new and established customers. Project Management: Scheduled and managed the production process for graphic design, offset press, bindery and direct mail teams. Coordinated supply orders with vendors. Innovation: Established processes and procedures to convert ordering to a web-based ordering system. Show less
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Circulation Promotions Unlimited
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Houston, Texas Area
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Independant Sales Contractor
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2009 - 2010
Connect with clients face-to-face in a cold call scenario. Within minutes, foster trusting relationships with 40+ clients per week. Connect with clients face-to-face in a cold call scenario. Within minutes, foster trusting relationships with 40+ clients per week.
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Core Design Group
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Houston, Texas Area
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Designer / Carpenter
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Jul 2008 - Sep 2009
Educational Design Collaborative Designer: United with a team of designers and builders to create an educational, kid-friendly installation that replicates the water filtration process from “Drain to Tap” at the City of Houston’s Water Treatment Plant. Check it out! > Coredesignstudio.com/waterworks-education-center Educational Design Collaborative Designer: United with a team of designers and builders to create an educational, kid-friendly installation that replicates the water filtration process from “Drain to Tap” at the City of Houston’s Water Treatment Plant. Check it out! > Coredesignstudio.com/waterworks-education-center
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John Moore Services
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United States
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Consumer Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Graphic Designer
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Nov 2007 - Jul 2008
Print & Web Marketing Brand Integrity: Designed marketing media for a well-established brand. Incorporated new styles to refresh visually dated advertising materials while maintaining the existing brand recognition. “It’s all about the House!” Cooperative: Collaborated with the company owner and marketing team to develop a new brand identity and look for marketing. Quick on My Feet: In a fast paced environment, created marketing materials for media outlets including local directories, magazines and television stations. Show less
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Graphic Designer
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Feb 2007 - Nov 2007
Image Manipulation / Print Marketing Photo Manipulation: Retouched professional photos for magazines which includes changing dress color and digitally removing blemishes. Layout: Designed layouts and paginate new line catalogs using Quark Express and InDesign. Image Manipulation / Print Marketing Photo Manipulation: Retouched professional photos for magazines which includes changing dress color and digitally removing blemishes. Layout: Designed layouts and paginate new line catalogs using Quark Express and InDesign.
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ypOne Publishing
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
Rapid Design Proficient: Armed with a packet of specs and hand written notes from the client, designed up to 20 effective print advertisements per day. Rapid Design Proficient: Armed with a packet of specs and hand written notes from the client, designed up to 20 effective print advertisements per day.
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Education
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2002 - 2004
School of Communication Arts
Associate's Degree, Digital Arts and Animation -
2015 - 2017
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Digital Media Design Level 2 Certificate, Digital Media Design
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