Ellie Smith
Graphic Designer at The Rough Notes Company, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Cathy Pritzl
I had the good fortunate to work with Jim for many years. He is extremely creative, a truly original thinker and hard working. Recently, he has added more production skills to his extensive art direction experience. Jim's unique insights on life make him a great asset to any creative environment.
Tom Dixon
Jim is a talented art director and a seasoned pro. Which means he gets to great solutions quickly. Not only is he an outstanding art director, he is equally adept at concepting. He also understands how to stay on strategy...something you don't get from every art director. Highly recommend!
Cathy Pritzl
I had the good fortunate to work with Jim for many years. He is extremely creative, a truly original thinker and hard working. Recently, he has added more production skills to his extensive art direction experience. Jim's unique insights on life make him a great asset to any creative environment.
Tom Dixon
Jim is a talented art director and a seasoned pro. Which means he gets to great solutions quickly. Not only is he an outstanding art director, he is equally adept at concepting. He also understands how to stay on strategy...something you don't get from every art director. Highly recommend!
Cathy Pritzl
I had the good fortunate to work with Jim for many years. He is extremely creative, a truly original thinker and hard working. Recently, he has added more production skills to his extensive art direction experience. Jim's unique insights on life make him a great asset to any creative environment.
Tom Dixon
Jim is a talented art director and a seasoned pro. Which means he gets to great solutions quickly. Not only is he an outstanding art director, he is equally adept at concepting. He also understands how to stay on strategy...something you don't get from every art director. Highly recommend!
Cathy Pritzl
I had the good fortunate to work with Jim for many years. He is extremely creative, a truly original thinker and hard working. Recently, he has added more production skills to his extensive art direction experience. Jim's unique insights on life make him a great asset to any creative environment.
Tom Dixon
Jim is a talented art director and a seasoned pro. Which means he gets to great solutions quickly. Not only is he an outstanding art director, he is equally adept at concepting. He also understands how to stay on strategy...something you don't get from every art director. Highly recommend!
Experience
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The Rough Notes Company, Inc.
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United States
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jun 2016 - Present
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L&L Press
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Marion, Indiana
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Lead Graphic Designer
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Apr 2014 - Jan 2016
Layout and design for a variety of clients in a very fast-pasted environment. Layout and design for a variety of clients in a very fast-pasted environment.
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Meyer and Associates
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United States
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Insurance
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1 - 100 Employee
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Production Artist
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2010 - 2011
Prepared artwork for use in print and web media Prepared artwork for use in print and web media
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Meyer & Wallis
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr. Art Director
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May 1990 - Oct 2008
As Sr. Art Director, I was involved in the conceptual process, overall look and production of print, broadcast, internet and multimedia projects. In addition to creating distinctive and differentiating looks for each client, I also partnered with team members and independently generated headlines and scripts. I oversaw the work of two production artists and managed estimates/quotes with outside vendors such as printers, photographers and illustrators. As Sr. Art Director, I was involved in the conceptual process, overall look and production of print, broadcast, internet and multimedia projects. In addition to creating distinctive and differentiating looks for each client, I also partnered with team members and independently generated headlines and scripts. I oversaw the work of two production artists and managed estimates/quotes with outside vendors such as printers, photographers and illustrators.
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Senior Art Director
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Jan 1988 - Oct 2008
Contributed both conceptually and graphically to projects for print, broadcast, internet and multimedia. Generated distinctive and differentiating looks for a variety of clients. Partnered as a team and worked independently to generate headlines and scripts. Oversaw efforts of two production artists and managed estimates/quotes with outside vendors such as printers, photographers and illustrators. · Marketing materials for The Milwaukee Bucks increased season ticket sales each year for nine consecutive seasons · Our client Columbia St. Mary's Hospital increased market share 17% due largely to marketing efforts--ads, direct mail, outdoor and broadcast · Ads for Kasle Recycling increased their business 48% · Ads were featured in Communication Arts and One Show Annual Show less
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Senior Art Director
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Jan 1982 - Jan 1987
Responsible for the workflow of three Art Directors while managing the graphic demands of several departments within this large, high-end printing company. Designed, wrote copy and produced ads for a variety of clients both consumer and B to B. Developed collateral materials, packaging, trade show booth displays and estimated production costs and schedules. · Awarded a bronze One Show pencil for work for the Indianapolis Humane Society The work created "waiting lists" for pet adoption-which had never happened before · General Cage product line brochure tied for Best of Show in Print category Show less
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Education
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Ball State University
B.S. Degree, Visual Communication -
Marion High School
Diploma, Math, History and Art