Experience

South Water Signs

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Project Manager

  • Oct 2021 - Present

  • Manage multiple simultaneous projects within agreed upon budget and schedule to produce and install signs for Conviva Care Center locations in Florida and Texas. • Monitor progress and follow up with internal and external teams to keep projects on track. • Manage and direct production team and installation crews to execute project execution. • Hold weekly calls with client to provide updates and share relevant information for all projects. • Process jobs in system for design to create concept decks and production to create signs for Conviva locations. Show less



Sears

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Marketing, Project & Program Manager

  • Feb 2019 - Oct 2020

  • Transitioned to a position responding to rapid organizational change with TransformCo, a leading integrated retailer focused on seamlessly connecting digital and physical shopping experience (formerly Sears Holdings).• Collaborated with senior leadership to define and launch new programs, create budgets and timelines, and effectively promote numerous programs.• Actively participated in strategic marketing meetings as a resource for providing vision and innovation.• Directed and guided cross-functional teams (creative design and production, digital services) while managing projects, programs and processes in response to company transition to rapid change management.• Worked closely with vendors and team associates to ensure timely and accurate execution and fulfillment of all project details and specifications in alignment with corporate objectives.• Negotiated product/material costs, quality and delivery; analyzed KPIs, managed and controlled budget.• Managed a team of project managers responsible for coordinating and executing projects to store level.• Oversaw status of work, analyzed KPIs, tracked performance, and ensured alignment with corporate goals.• Project Management: Responsible for overseeing successful launch, management and execution of loyalty, digital and financial programs and accounts.• Promoted from Marketing Manager; recognized for effectively overseeing multiple projects and programs. Show less

• Senior In-Store Marketing Manager

  • Sep 2015 - Feb 2019

  • Established reputation for handling increasing responsibilities by earning promotion, from Manager to Senior Manager.• Managed team of Project Managers responsible for coordinating and implementing in-store signing. • Oversee status of work and coordinate with team so all are aligned with process and framework of in-store experience. • Manage business accounts such as Storewide, Shop Your Way loyalty program and Financial Services. • Work closely with store operations to communicate sign programs sent to stores. Show less

• In-Store Marketing Manager

  • Aug 2013 - Sep 2015

  • Effectively plan and execute sign programs in collaboration with Merchant Groups, Visual Implementation, Procurement, Creative Services and outside agencies. • Manage projects and initiatives from conception through execution across all Sears Holdings store formats. • Focus on creative and production processes, development of print production specifications, project estimating and budget management. • Solutions driven and efficient project management to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Show less



OfficeMax

• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• In-Store Marketing Manager

  • Jul 2010 - Aug 2013

  • Established reputation for handling increasing responsibilities by earning promotion, from senior graphic designer to project manager.• Ensured on-time and under-budget project implementation by closely collaborating with various departments such as Procurement, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Branding and Store Operations.• Guaranteed proper execution of all projects, from design stage to arrival and installation, by adeptly handling various freelance talent, such as traffic coordinator, graphic designers, and communications coordinator. Show less

• Senior Graphic Designer

  • May 2006 - Jul 2010

  • Earned acknowledgement as sole designer, responsible for all in-store signing projects.• Designed various signing elements for the following programs: seasonal events, marketing events, and in-department product detail.• Leveraged innovativeness and state-of-the-art talent in creating various designs for all categories of signing by utilizing corporate style guides from the Branding Department.



Jewel-Osco

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graphic Designer

  • Jun 2003 - May 2006

  • Demonstrated expertise in redesigning Jewel-Osco preprint, used in company production for several years. • Exemplified creativity, problem-solving techniques, and time management skills in conveying effective message in weekly print advertisements for clients, including Jewel and Osco Drug. • Demonstrated expertise in redesigning Jewel-Osco preprint, used in company production for several years. • Exemplified creativity, problem-solving techniques, and time management skills in conveying effective message in weekly print advertisements for clients, including Jewel and Osco Drug.



Clark Retail Enterprises, Inc

• Oak Brook, IL

• Graphic Designer

  • Jan 2001 - May 2003

  • Designed new monthly sign packages for Clark gas stations and White Hen convenience stores. • Created monthly communication document that provided instructions for stores to display signs in stores. • Designed new monthly sign packages for Clark gas stations and White Hen convenience stores. • Created monthly communication document that provided instructions for stores to display signs in stores.



ACNielsen Corporation

• Schaumburg, IL

• Graphic Designer

  • Jul 1999 - Dec 2000

  • Established collateral to foster market research business by utilizing strong brand identity. • Established collateral to foster market research business by utilizing strong brand identity.