Mark Geary
Graphic Designer at TotalBoat + Jamestown Distributors- Claim this Profile
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Christopher Ryan Gorman
Mark is a fantastic artist. His attention to detail and ability to translate a customer's requests to a complete design that exceeded their expectation on many occasions. Also his ability to see the big picture and make the necessary steps to ensure the projects get done and correctly had saved many projects from cost over runs and not meeting customer timelines. He was an amazing coworker and cannot recommend him enough!
Destiny Peace
I had the pleasure of working with Mark Geary for the past year. While we were not in the same department, I was able to observe the wonderful work ethic and focus of Mark in his Graphic Design role. He shows great attention to detail and a vast amount of knowledge creativity. He is an excellent communicator and team player, always willing to go that extra mile to accomplish each and every project. Mark is an absolute asset to all teams he is a part of, as well as an accomplished individual worker. He would be an excellent addition to any workplace. Be sure to consider Mark as your next hire. I guarantee you will not be disappointed in that decision.
Ed Gartin
Mark is a dedicated, hard-working, team-playing asset to any organization. He has a great attitude about everything, taking it all in stride, and a great eye for design delivering top-notch results whether it's an ad layout, a package design, or an A+ page on Amazon, he is basically the Swiss Army knife of graphic design. Due to his flexibility and adaptability, he's the guy you want on the team, and I would recommend you hire him for yours.
Christopher Ryan Gorman
Mark is a fantastic artist. His attention to detail and ability to translate a customer's requests to a complete design that exceeded their expectation on many occasions. Also his ability to see the big picture and make the necessary steps to ensure the projects get done and correctly had saved many projects from cost over runs and not meeting customer timelines. He was an amazing coworker and cannot recommend him enough!
Destiny Peace
I had the pleasure of working with Mark Geary for the past year. While we were not in the same department, I was able to observe the wonderful work ethic and focus of Mark in his Graphic Design role. He shows great attention to detail and a vast amount of knowledge creativity. He is an excellent communicator and team player, always willing to go that extra mile to accomplish each and every project. Mark is an absolute asset to all teams he is a part of, as well as an accomplished individual worker. He would be an excellent addition to any workplace. Be sure to consider Mark as your next hire. I guarantee you will not be disappointed in that decision.
Ed Gartin
Mark is a dedicated, hard-working, team-playing asset to any organization. He has a great attitude about everything, taking it all in stride, and a great eye for design delivering top-notch results whether it's an ad layout, a package design, or an A+ page on Amazon, he is basically the Swiss Army knife of graphic design. Due to his flexibility and adaptability, he's the guy you want on the team, and I would recommend you hire him for yours.
Christopher Ryan Gorman
Mark is a fantastic artist. His attention to detail and ability to translate a customer's requests to a complete design that exceeded their expectation on many occasions. Also his ability to see the big picture and make the necessary steps to ensure the projects get done and correctly had saved many projects from cost over runs and not meeting customer timelines. He was an amazing coworker and cannot recommend him enough!
Destiny Peace
I had the pleasure of working with Mark Geary for the past year. While we were not in the same department, I was able to observe the wonderful work ethic and focus of Mark in his Graphic Design role. He shows great attention to detail and a vast amount of knowledge creativity. He is an excellent communicator and team player, always willing to go that extra mile to accomplish each and every project. Mark is an absolute asset to all teams he is a part of, as well as an accomplished individual worker. He would be an excellent addition to any workplace. Be sure to consider Mark as your next hire. I guarantee you will not be disappointed in that decision.
Ed Gartin
Mark is a dedicated, hard-working, team-playing asset to any organization. He has a great attitude about everything, taking it all in stride, and a great eye for design delivering top-notch results whether it's an ad layout, a package design, or an A+ page on Amazon, he is basically the Swiss Army knife of graphic design. Due to his flexibility and adaptability, he's the guy you want on the team, and I would recommend you hire him for yours.
Christopher Ryan Gorman
Mark is a fantastic artist. His attention to detail and ability to translate a customer's requests to a complete design that exceeded their expectation on many occasions. Also his ability to see the big picture and make the necessary steps to ensure the projects get done and correctly had saved many projects from cost over runs and not meeting customer timelines. He was an amazing coworker and cannot recommend him enough!
Destiny Peace
I had the pleasure of working with Mark Geary for the past year. While we were not in the same department, I was able to observe the wonderful work ethic and focus of Mark in his Graphic Design role. He shows great attention to detail and a vast amount of knowledge creativity. He is an excellent communicator and team player, always willing to go that extra mile to accomplish each and every project. Mark is an absolute asset to all teams he is a part of, as well as an accomplished individual worker. He would be an excellent addition to any workplace. Be sure to consider Mark as your next hire. I guarantee you will not be disappointed in that decision.
Ed Gartin
Mark is a dedicated, hard-working, team-playing asset to any organization. He has a great attitude about everything, taking it all in stride, and a great eye for design delivering top-notch results whether it's an ad layout, a package design, or an A+ page on Amazon, he is basically the Swiss Army knife of graphic design. Due to his flexibility and adaptability, he's the guy you want on the team, and I would recommend you hire him for yours.
Credentials
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CompTIA Security+
CompTIAJun, 2010- Oct, 2024 -
Digital Forensics
Bryant UniversityJun, 1999- Oct, 2024 -
PADI Certified SCUBA DIVER
PADINov, 1998- Oct, 2024
Experience
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TotalBoat + Jamestown Distributors
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jul 2023 - Present
We are people who love making stuff. We are people who love making stuff.
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Contempo Specialty Packaging
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United States
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Packaging & Containers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer - Production Artist
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Mar 2023 - Jun 2023
- Executed projects from concept through to final production. - Developed new packaging concepts through rapid ideation process, resulting in samples and prototypes of new structures. Explored various substrates, laminates, special effects, die cuts, foil stamping in the quest to exceed customer expectations. - Created final production art files: maintained customer brand standards while preparing dielines for technical accuracy and execution. - Designed internal and external presentations showing packaging concepts for jewelry, loss prevention, and branding. Show less
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Ira Green Inc.
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Aug 2021 - Nov 2022
- Created custom designed challenge coins and morale patches for all branches of the US Military, Companies, First Responders, and Non-Profits - Refreshed identity and packaging of tactical goods brand. Created line look for new private label tactical goods sub-brand. - Provided in-house graphic design, production, and archiving of marketing collateral including but not limited to brochures, direct mail, advertising, website materials, posters, packaging, and logos for all products and services. - Product Photography - Used photography equipment such as SLR camera, tripod and photo light box - Photo Manipulation: Resize, crop, and otherwise manipulate photos for company websites and internal use. - Acted as Liaison between Design and other all departments and brands. - Created and Maintained a library of photos and digital assets. - Communicate with Domestic & Overseas vendors Show less
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Thames & Kosmos
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jan 2018 - Aug 2021
Responsibilities include: - Design and layout of product packaging, instruction manuals, advertisements, signage, displays, and other merchandising materials. - Production of handmade packaging prototypes/mock-ups. - Photography of products for catalogs, web, and other applications. - Editing/retouching of photography. - Design marketing materials such as sell sheets, presentation decks, promotional items, and catalogs. - Updates to company website- editing copy and creation/management of images - Pre-press, file preparation, and sending final art files to printers. Show less
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Hasbro
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United States
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Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Graphic Designer
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Jun 2016 - Jun 2017
Worked on several brands including My Little Pony, Equestria Girls, and FurReal. Contributed to asset creation and brand guide development on My Little Pony. Assisted with early re-branding concepts for Equestria Girls fashion doll line as well as oversaw Equestria Girls packaging for the Fall 2017 season. Later moved over to FurReal to address packaging demands. Worked on several brands including My Little Pony, Equestria Girls, and FurReal. Contributed to asset creation and brand guide development on My Little Pony. Assisted with early re-branding concepts for Equestria Girls fashion doll line as well as oversaw Equestria Girls packaging for the Fall 2017 season. Later moved over to FurReal to address packaging demands.
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Graphic Designer
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Dec 2014 - Dec 2015
As a member of the Play-Doh team, I was hired to conceptualize and execute packaging for Play-Doh while following brand guides and industry standards, as well as working with a variety of licensors, such as Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel Comics. Further responsiblities included: directing photo shoots, project management, and working with vendors. As a member of the Play-Doh team, I was hired to conceptualize and execute packaging for Play-Doh while following brand guides and industry standards, as well as working with a variety of licensors, such as Disney, Star Wars, and Marvel Comics. Further responsiblities included: directing photo shoots, project management, and working with vendors.
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JH Communications
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United States
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Public Relations and Communications Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Graphic Designer
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Jul 2013 - Nov 2014
Responsible for meeting the design needs for over 40 retainered clients. Headed multiple design projects for companies such as the YMCA of Pawtucket, SERVPRO of Providence and the Northern RI Chamber of Commerce. Creation of newsletters, brochures, direct mail and other print collateral as well as marketing e-mail, website assests and event photography were part of job duties. Responsible for meeting the design needs for over 40 retainered clients. Headed multiple design projects for companies such as the YMCA of Pawtucket, SERVPRO of Providence and the Northern RI Chamber of Commerce. Creation of newsletters, brochures, direct mail and other print collateral as well as marketing e-mail, website assests and event photography were part of job duties.
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BANANAGRAMS Inc
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United States
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Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Feb 2013 - Jul 2013
Create print advertising and related collateral to market product lines according to brand standards. Contributed to company-wide re-brand campaign with logo designs, illustrations and creation of trade show booth. Create print advertising and related collateral to market product lines according to brand standards. Contributed to company-wide re-brand campaign with logo designs, illustrations and creation of trade show booth.
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Production Artist - Healthcare & Beauty
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Apr 2012 - Dec 2012
Design and lay out packaging based on previously approved design direction. Collaborate with senior design team and project management during initial conceptual stages to best prepare for print production across various business segments such as Beauty, Healthcare, Personal Care, etc.. Review work at all stages of development. Present designs and mock-ups for new item meetings and presentations. Prepare and release final mechanicals for vendors and later review proofs checking for accuracy in layout and color. Show less
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LOUI Consulting
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United Kingdom
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Sep 2009 - Aug 2011
Responsible for designing and maintaining the Task Force Marne website for the 3rd Infantry Division as well as laying out the "Frontline" newspaper. Charged with special tasks ranging from logo design for Army Units to editing photography for base publications and social media. Responsible for designing and maintaining the Task Force Marne website for the 3rd Infantry Division as well as laying out the "Frontline" newspaper. Charged with special tasks ranging from logo design for Army Units to editing photography for base publications and social media.
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US Investigation Services
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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Special Investigator for the Office of Personnel Management
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Jan 2002 - Oct 2002
Simultaneously conducted several background investigations determining a job applicant’s suitability for a government security clearance. Constant travel and solid written and oral communication skills were a necessity for performing job duties, maintained aggressive schedules and met multiple deadlines. Simultaneously conducted several background investigations determining a job applicant’s suitability for a government security clearance. Constant travel and solid written and oral communication skills were a necessity for performing job duties, maintained aggressive schedules and met multiple deadlines.
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Education
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2005 - 2009
Savannah College of Art and Design
BFA, Graphic Design -
2005 - 2009
Savannah College of Art and Design
BFA, Sequential Art -
1997 - 2001
American University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Print Journalism
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