Dana Millen
Graphics Manager at South Carolina State University- Claim this Profile
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Aaron Chusid
Dana has worked on many projects for National Capital Area Council, BSA over the years. She is always courteous, organized, attentive, and professional. Her design work and attention to detail is top notch. I tend to bring her ideas and messages without any design guidelines, and she is able to translate those into fundraising, membership, and camp promotional materials. Recently we re-imagined our primary camping promotional literature. Instead of creating separate documents that each provided deep dives on a single camp, we decided to create a single piece that shows the full array of camping opportunities available, and helps leaders select a camp based on their Scouts' ages and activity preferences. Each page was also designed to work as a stand-alone handout. To accomplish this, Dana had to create a single document that made it easy to navigate across four brands in three age categories, including maps and large charts, while providing an attractive, inviting glimpse of our camp properties. The finished document surpassed our expectations. It is a beautiful piece that is informative and useful, and will serve as a template for our future promotional materials for years to come.
Ramona Midkiff
Dana is a very talented Graphic Designer. She has a creative eye for detail. She works well with people and is a pleasure to work with on projects. Hard and dedicated worker!!
Aaron Chusid
Dana has worked on many projects for National Capital Area Council, BSA over the years. She is always courteous, organized, attentive, and professional. Her design work and attention to detail is top notch. I tend to bring her ideas and messages without any design guidelines, and she is able to translate those into fundraising, membership, and camp promotional materials. Recently we re-imagined our primary camping promotional literature. Instead of creating separate documents that each provided deep dives on a single camp, we decided to create a single piece that shows the full array of camping opportunities available, and helps leaders select a camp based on their Scouts' ages and activity preferences. Each page was also designed to work as a stand-alone handout. To accomplish this, Dana had to create a single document that made it easy to navigate across four brands in three age categories, including maps and large charts, while providing an attractive, inviting glimpse of our camp properties. The finished document surpassed our expectations. It is a beautiful piece that is informative and useful, and will serve as a template for our future promotional materials for years to come.
Ramona Midkiff
Dana is a very talented Graphic Designer. She has a creative eye for detail. She works well with people and is a pleasure to work with on projects. Hard and dedicated worker!!
Aaron Chusid
Dana has worked on many projects for National Capital Area Council, BSA over the years. She is always courteous, organized, attentive, and professional. Her design work and attention to detail is top notch. I tend to bring her ideas and messages without any design guidelines, and she is able to translate those into fundraising, membership, and camp promotional materials. Recently we re-imagined our primary camping promotional literature. Instead of creating separate documents that each provided deep dives on a single camp, we decided to create a single piece that shows the full array of camping opportunities available, and helps leaders select a camp based on their Scouts' ages and activity preferences. Each page was also designed to work as a stand-alone handout. To accomplish this, Dana had to create a single document that made it easy to navigate across four brands in three age categories, including maps and large charts, while providing an attractive, inviting glimpse of our camp properties. The finished document surpassed our expectations. It is a beautiful piece that is informative and useful, and will serve as a template for our future promotional materials for years to come.
Ramona Midkiff
Dana is a very talented Graphic Designer. She has a creative eye for detail. She works well with people and is a pleasure to work with on projects. Hard and dedicated worker!!
Aaron Chusid
Dana has worked on many projects for National Capital Area Council, BSA over the years. She is always courteous, organized, attentive, and professional. Her design work and attention to detail is top notch. I tend to bring her ideas and messages without any design guidelines, and she is able to translate those into fundraising, membership, and camp promotional materials. Recently we re-imagined our primary camping promotional literature. Instead of creating separate documents that each provided deep dives on a single camp, we decided to create a single piece that shows the full array of camping opportunities available, and helps leaders select a camp based on their Scouts' ages and activity preferences. Each page was also designed to work as a stand-alone handout. To accomplish this, Dana had to create a single document that made it easy to navigate across four brands in three age categories, including maps and large charts, while providing an attractive, inviting glimpse of our camp properties. The finished document surpassed our expectations. It is a beautiful piece that is informative and useful, and will serve as a template for our future promotional materials for years to come.
Ramona Midkiff
Dana is a very talented Graphic Designer. She has a creative eye for detail. She works well with people and is a pleasure to work with on projects. Hard and dedicated worker!!
Credentials
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On-the-Spot Business Headshots
LinkedInJan, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
InDesign 2021 New Features
LinkedInNov, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Social Media Marketing Foundations
LinkedInNov, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Webmaster
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Experience
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South Carolina State University
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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400 - 500 Employee
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Graphics Manager
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Apr 2022 - Present
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Multimedia Manager
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Nov 2020 - Apr 2022
• Assist Director of Marketing with strategic planning, communications, and public relations functions• Lead internal creative teams in the collaborative production of high-quality graphic solutions• Partner with executive leadership team to obtain select information for marketing communications• Develop graphics for targeted marketing campaigns to increase visibility, enrollment, and funding• Design innovative print and digital marketing assets in alignment with brand guidelines• Direct employer rebranding including colors and core graphics; collaborate with web design vendor• Deliver Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign training to non-designers• Determine ideal graphic direction for websites, videos, print publications, and social media content• Manage internal and external relationships, timelines, and expectations effectively• Contribute high-quality insights as a Board of Trustees meeting attendee• Coordinate paid media with 3rd party and ensure strategies for revenue generation are feasible Show less
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Lafay's Graphics
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Orangeburg, South Carolina, United States
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Freelance Graphic Designer
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Nov 2018 - Present
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Image Group Ink
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1 - 100 Employee
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Art Director
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Nov 2013 - Aug 2020
• Consulted daily with executives at Boy Scouts of America, Girl Scouts, and Ducks Unlimited• Built marketing campaigns, developed branding and created marketing strategies for clients• Implemented a system for managing time, projects, staff, and overall workplace efficiency• Assessed workload and assigned responsibilities based on team member strengths and capacity• Audited and approved team projects ensuring adherence to design principles, client requests, etc.• Produced employer marketing plan and additionally designed brand elements, i.e., company logo• Trained, developed, and coached team members contributing to their professional growth• Oversaw art submissions for licensing approval as a licensed vendor of Boy Scouts of America• Designed business proposals, catalogs, annual reports, fundraising and recruiting materials, etc.• Maintained positive relationships with team, clients, and vendors while managing department tasks• Prioritized and processed orders ranging from flyers and brochures to t-shirts and corporate reports• Delivered exceptional-quality design and received multiple PICA awards for creative contributions Show less
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Graphic Designer
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Nov 2012 - Aug 2020
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Williamson Printing
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Orangeburg, SC
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Graphic Designer
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2010 - 2012
• Reviewed and gave final approval on marketing project ideas before execution • Employed multiple software programs to expedite design process while maintaining quality • Communicated with CEO and led all aspects of the design process from ideation to execution • Reviewed and gave final approval on marketing project ideas before execution • Employed multiple software programs to expedite design process while maintaining quality • Communicated with CEO and led all aspects of the design process from ideation to execution
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Sun Solutions USA
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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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Sep 2005 - Oct 2009
• Supervised art department staff and delivered ongoing training, feedback, and support • Exceeded deadlines in a time sensitive environment through efficient communication • Performed advanced editing, image manipulation, and printing using various design programs • Applied knowledge of color matching, digital proofing, digital reproduction, and printing processes • Supervised art department staff and delivered ongoing training, feedback, and support • Exceeded deadlines in a time sensitive environment through efficient communication • Performed advanced editing, image manipulation, and printing using various design programs • Applied knowledge of color matching, digital proofing, digital reproduction, and printing processes
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Graphics Engineer / Graphic Designer
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Dec 2004 - Jun 2005
• Created illustrations of new model tractors in addition to component drawings • Submitted drawing changes and release documentation (ECN) to appropriate staff • Produced informative signage for assembly line alongside production lists • Provided technical support to internal departments, suppliers, and customers • Created illustrations of new model tractors in addition to component drawings • Submitted drawing changes and release documentation (ECN) to appropriate staff • Produced informative signage for assembly line alongside production lists • Provided technical support to internal departments, suppliers, and customers
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Sonoco
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United States
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Packaging and Containers Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Graphic Designer Internship
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May 2003 - Aug 2003
• Succeeded at taking direction from art department management and timely submitting deliverables • Designed print publications for marketing team and performed website updates • Succeeded at taking direction from art department management and timely submitting deliverables • Designed print publications for marketing team and performed website updates
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Education
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2002 - 2004
Francis Marion University
Visual Art, Specialty in Graphic Design, Visual Arts -
2011 - 2012
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
Certificate, Web/Multimedia Management and Webmaster
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