Amanda Thompson
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Robin Phelan
Amanda was a very talented graphic artist that made words and graphics dance off the paper with the intended target message. It didn't matter if the design was print or digital, she used her vast skill set and her knowledge to get the task done on time and looking award winning. She became the Creative Services manager and manage the work flow of the Creative Services Department. She was extremely organized, motivated, passionate, great at time management, and able to meet tight deadlines. She was able to manage the work flow, got people who reported to her to do be more productive and creative with their design work. She was able to work with the other departments and keep the overall work flow on track across department lines. She developed into not only a talented graphic artist but a manager who is a talented graphic artist.
Krystal Morelock
Amanda is a strong Graphic Designer. She has creative ideas with a solid grasp for typography and color theory. She is also skilled in Creative Suite and has the skills necessary to turn her ideas into great design pieces. She is able to consistently meet deadlines and deliver quality work to her clients.
Robin Phelan
Amanda was a very talented graphic artist that made words and graphics dance off the paper with the intended target message. It didn't matter if the design was print or digital, she used her vast skill set and her knowledge to get the task done on time and looking award winning. She became the Creative Services manager and manage the work flow of the Creative Services Department. She was extremely organized, motivated, passionate, great at time management, and able to meet tight deadlines. She was able to manage the work flow, got people who reported to her to do be more productive and creative with their design work. She was able to work with the other departments and keep the overall work flow on track across department lines. She developed into not only a talented graphic artist but a manager who is a talented graphic artist.
Krystal Morelock
Amanda is a strong Graphic Designer. She has creative ideas with a solid grasp for typography and color theory. She is also skilled in Creative Suite and has the skills necessary to turn her ideas into great design pieces. She is able to consistently meet deadlines and deliver quality work to her clients.
Robin Phelan
Amanda was a very talented graphic artist that made words and graphics dance off the paper with the intended target message. It didn't matter if the design was print or digital, she used her vast skill set and her knowledge to get the task done on time and looking award winning. She became the Creative Services manager and manage the work flow of the Creative Services Department. She was extremely organized, motivated, passionate, great at time management, and able to meet tight deadlines. She was able to manage the work flow, got people who reported to her to do be more productive and creative with their design work. She was able to work with the other departments and keep the overall work flow on track across department lines. She developed into not only a talented graphic artist but a manager who is a talented graphic artist.
Krystal Morelock
Amanda is a strong Graphic Designer. She has creative ideas with a solid grasp for typography and color theory. She is also skilled in Creative Suite and has the skills necessary to turn her ideas into great design pieces. She is able to consistently meet deadlines and deliver quality work to her clients.
Robin Phelan
Amanda was a very talented graphic artist that made words and graphics dance off the paper with the intended target message. It didn't matter if the design was print or digital, she used her vast skill set and her knowledge to get the task done on time and looking award winning. She became the Creative Services manager and manage the work flow of the Creative Services Department. She was extremely organized, motivated, passionate, great at time management, and able to meet tight deadlines. She was able to manage the work flow, got people who reported to her to do be more productive and creative with their design work. She was able to work with the other departments and keep the overall work flow on track across department lines. She developed into not only a talented graphic artist but a manager who is a talented graphic artist.
Krystal Morelock
Amanda is a strong Graphic Designer. She has creative ideas with a solid grasp for typography and color theory. She is also skilled in Creative Suite and has the skills necessary to turn her ideas into great design pieces. She is able to consistently meet deadlines and deliver quality work to her clients.
Experience
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GPIglobal
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Canada
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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Graphic Designer
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Apr 2016 - Present
Design printed and digital marketing materials, including catalogs, owner’s manuals, sales sheets, newsletters, advertisements, social media channels, and websites. Additional tasks include: - Work with DAM/PIM software to maintain and distribute digital assets to internal and external customers/distributors. - Create social campaigns and landing pages for targeted audiences. - Support web development with SEO and keyword awareness for products descriptions and blog entries. - Update packaging design and POG mock-ups for retail merchandising. - Develop banners, displays, and other collateral for physical and virtual trade show events. - An active member of the Employee Engagement Committee; designed t-shirts and posters and helped plan, organize and carry out events.
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Graphic Designer
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Oct 2015 - Apr 2016
Design a high volume of retail display advertisements daily for a variety of clients. Layout special sections, tabs and magazines. Work with sales staff and fellow designers to accomplish monthly goals. Design a high volume of retail display advertisements daily for a variety of clients. Layout special sections, tabs and magazines. Work with sales staff and fellow designers to accomplish monthly goals.
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Thompson Family
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United States
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Stay-At-Home Mom
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Aug 2014 - Sep 2015
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The Garden City Telegram
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United States
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Newspapers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Creative Services Manager
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Feb 2013 - Jul 2014
Manage the workflow of the Creative Services Department to meet strict deadlines. Organize and balance tasks of daily production along with upcoming special sections and additional requests. Continue graphic design while overseeing the productivity of the department team which includes a secondary graphic designer and a page layout designer. Other design tasks include creating covers for special section tabs, layout and design of broadsheet special sections, and layout and design of magazine quality special sections.
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Graphic Designer
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Jul 2011 - Jan 2013
Design a high volume of classified and retail display advertisements daily for a variety of clients. Clients include retailers of home décor, clothing, hardware, automotive, etc. Additionally, designed web advertisements, business cards, signage, postcards, and more. Collaborate with sales staff to accomplish clients’ needs while meeting strict deadlines. Worked with advertising staff to organize and plan the annual Bridal Show including designing print materials for the event.
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Graphic Designer
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Nov 2010 - Jul 2011
I worked with the advertising team and clients to create logos, brand strategies, and advertising goals for various companies including local entertainment, local sports teams, etc. Designed print materials including postcards, business cards, brochures, flyers, etc. Design newspaper, magazine, and web advertisements. Work with the web developer to design and produce company websites. I worked with the advertising team and clients to create logos, brand strategies, and advertising goals for various companies including local entertainment, local sports teams, etc. Designed print materials including postcards, business cards, brochures, flyers, etc. Design newspaper, magazine, and web advertisements. Work with the web developer to design and produce company websites.
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Media Partners, Inc
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jan 2006 - Nov 2010
Worked with advertising team and clients to plan brand strategies and advertising goals for various companies, including clothing retailers, vehicle dealerships, local attractions, etc. Designed print materials, including postcards, business cards, brochures, flyers, signage, etc., and worked with printers to get estimates and plan the production of these items. Designed newspaper, magazine, and web advertisements. Worked with the web developer to design and produce company websites. Worked with advertising team and clients to plan brand strategies and advertising goals for various companies, including clothing retailers, vehicle dealerships, local attractions, etc. Designed print materials, including postcards, business cards, brochures, flyers, signage, etc., and worked with printers to get estimates and plan the production of these items. Designed newspaper, magazine, and web advertisements. Worked with the web developer to design and produce company websites.
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Prepress Technician
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Jun 2005 - Jan 2006
Prepare files from clients for printing processes including trouble shooting, placing elements into templates and proofing files. After receiving approval from clients plates were created with CTP unit. Ensure files and plates were ready for scheduled printing runs. Prepare files from clients for printing processes including trouble shooting, placing elements into templates and proofing files. After receiving approval from clients plates were created with CTP unit. Ensure files and plates were ready for scheduled printing runs.
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Education
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2001 - 2005
Pittsburg State University
Bachelor of Science in Technology, Commercial Graphics -
1997 - 2001
Caldwell High School
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