Experience

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  Marketlab

  • Meridian, Idaho, United States

  • Product Development Technician - Marketing

    • Apr 2013 - Present
    • Meridian, Idaho, United States

    Dispensers Division• Create and maintain product datasheets; create assembly or detail illustrations• Present updates and ideas to group• Prepare silkscreen artwork; create vector images, as needed• Photo-manipulation• Design forms to address specific issues or needs• Maintain and add products to company website, including ecommerce• Create/Update product designs in SolidWorks; package and send for quotes; update quote information• Maintain project tracking software to ensure timely development and release of all new products or redesigns• Attend trade shows as needed; assist in booth set-up and tear-down, customer interaction during show, preparation of materials for use during event• Work both independently and as a member of a team • Other graphic design and/or administrative support, as needed

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  Fred Meyer

  • Marysville, WA

  • Retail Clerk

    • Jul 2017 - Jun 2022
    • Marysville, WA

    In my cashier role, I help customers locate products, make price adjustments, help with substitutions, and make successful purchases. When working at the Customer Service Desk, I perform money transfers, sell money orders, fishing and hunting licenses, Discover Passes, Good-To-Go passes, and lottery tickets. When handling returns, I verify purchase information and product condition, involving other departments when needed. Following policy, I verify customer information with Quality Control in cases with no proof of purchase or frequent unreceipted returns.

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  12am Arts

  • Illustrator and Graphic Designer

    • Jan 2008 - Dec 2021

    • Privately-owned business• Photo manipulation and enhancement• Book cover design and illustration• Create digital illustrations for printing on hard goods• Produce illustrations and graphics for screenprint apparel designs• Formatting for publication of dissertations

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  Far Bank Enterprises

  • Bainbridge Island, WA

  • Production Technician

    • Dec 2012 - Apr 2013
    • Bainbridge Island, WA

    • Manage first step processes in manufacturing of high-end fly fishing rods• Prepare graphite and fiberglass scrim material according to pattern specs for cutting• Iron, patch, and trim materials, as needed, for pattern pieces• Print work order tickets and consistently meet production quality and quantity standards• Create and/or prepare pattern cut files for the EastmanPro cutting machine• Practice LEAN manufacturing in all aspects of plant, maintaining awareness of value-added steps• Maintain safe, clean, and efficient work area• Work successfully and productively both individually and as team member• Trained in ladder safety and proper Lockout/Tagout procedures

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  Pivotal Partners

  • Mableton, GA

  • Graphic Designer

    • 2009 - Jun 2012
    • Mableton, GA

    • Create apparel illustrations and graphic designs for screenprinting.

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  Jacobs Engineering Group

  • Norcross, GA

  • Creative Media Specialist II

    • May 2008 - Apr 2012
    • Norcross, GA

    (previously Jordan, Jones & Goulding - purchased in Feb '10)• Designed coordinating bid proposal covers, visual graphics, presentation boards, and PowerPoint templates for multimillion dollar civil engineering project pursuits• Created large and small format posters, banners, invitations, and brochures for trade shows and events• Recreated low-resolution client logos to scalable vector files; designed appropriate team logos• Produced digital site plans for use in operations and maintenance of water and wastewater treatment plants• Designed client brochures and newsletters for community notices and meetings• Constructed and prepared elements for company website• Created Microsoft Word templates for quick proposal creation• Provided printing and binding services for immediate turnover of reports• Created safety material, such as posters and quick reference cards, to support company’s Beyond Zero accident policy• Managed multiple projects simultaneously ensuring that deadlines are met; prioritized work by evaluating risk, importance, urgency, and potential business, organizational and/or client implications • Acted as Fire Warden; kept staff and management informed of safety issues and procedures; maintained certification for first aid and CPR• Submitted invoices for processing with accurate billing codes; followed up on payment, as needed

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  Delta Apparel

  • Greater Atlanta Area

  • Freelance Graphic Artist

    • Jan 2008 - Nov 2008
    • Greater Atlanta Area

    • Created sell sheets for t-shirts and tank tops• Created and edited care labels.

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  Fruit of the Loom

  • United States
  • Retail Apparel and Fashion
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Product Coordinator

    • 2005 - Jan 2008

    • Previously Russell Corporation, Mossy Oak Apparel Company division (purchased by Berkshire Hathaway in 2006)• Developed and maintained apparel technical specification packs for $24M mass market accounts• Established a streamlined packing process to save significant cost and time to company and client• Created and illustrated specs for manufacturing• Communicated with international offices and factories to guarantee timely information processing• Designed care labels, stickers and hangtags• Applied FTC regulations and client policies to garment construction• Created detailed sell sheets and storyboards for presentation to clients• Created and maintained product catalog pages and illustrated point-of-purchase mockups

  • Executive Assistant

    • Apr 2000 - 2005

    • Previously Russell Corporation, Mossy Oak Apparel Company division (purchased by Berkshire Hathaway in 2006)• Arranged complex travel itineraries, both domestic and international, according to company policy• Prepared and submitted executives’ expenses for reimbursement using online system• Managed President’s and directors’ schedules and maintained Outlook calendars• Planned and arranged client meetings, staff meetings, and assisted with large quarterly sales conferences• Maintained division’s paper and digital filing system and archives according to company policy• Preserved open communication with all levels within the business and provided information on request• Coordinated assembly of monthly operating reports and compiled data; prepared and distributed copies• Managed licensing agreements and acted as liaison between corporate lawyers and licensees• Maintained office supplies; tracked company-owned equipment and software• Maintain the efficient operation of all office equipment by performing minor service duties and arranging for routine and necessary maintenance as needed• Responsible for company credit card, verified and balanced transactions monthly; processed invoices with proper billing codes per policy• Prepared offices and equipment for new employees and provided software assistance as needed• Drafted, edited, proofread, and reviewed internal and external correspondence and memoranda; prioritized mail• Managed shipping of samples overseas, ensuring accurate data required for Customs processing• Maintained files and office libraries of books, papers, and digital media• Demonstrated ability to maintain and safeguard confidential and sensitive data• Acted as division Fire Warden, kept staff and management informed of safety issues and procedures, maintained certification for first aid and CPR