Experience

American College of Surgeons

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Creative Project Manager

  • Mar 2023 - Present



E. W. BREDEMEIER AND CO.

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Creative Services Manager | Graphics production Manager

  • Oct 2013 - Mar 2023

  In this role, I am responsible for overseeing project managers and collaborating with cross-functional departments while managing overall operations as well as reevaluating order processes to streamline production. Moreover, I streamline overall communication and eradicate potential mistakes by identifying areas of improvement through a comprehensive assessment of the processes involved, from customer requests to fulfillment of orders. In addition, I lead various print and packaging… Show more In this role, I am responsible for overseeing project managers and collaborating with cross-functional departments while managing overall operations as well as reevaluating order processes to streamline production. Moreover, I streamline overall communication and eradicate potential mistakes by identifying areas of improvement through a comprehensive assessment of the processes involved, from customer requests to fulfillment of orders. In addition, I lead various print and packaging projects from inception to completion, adhering to budget and time constraints. One of my major responsibilities is to determine and evaluate client requirements and presentation concepts in close collaboration with sales, marketing, and production department heads. Furthermore, I cultivate and foster positive relationships with print, packaging, and material vendors; as well as adjust art to operate within printing and production restrictions. As well, I participate in printing sessions to confirm quality and correctness on press before issuing final approval. One of my major duties is to maintain client graphics archives and an accurate/up-to-date product information database. Key Accomplishments: • Promoted to Creative Services Manager in Dec 2021. • Improved brand awareness and loyalty through re-branding of EWB in 2015. • Updated website for Bredemeier and Sister company Marwick in 2019. • Reduced overall waste and time by establishing new tooling fabrication. • Decreased designer's setup time by 90% by developing a system for ordering recurring print jobs. • Optimized operational efficiency by devising and deploying graphics procedures and best-in-line practices. • Increased online visibility on google through close collaboration with a third-party SEO team for both the Bredemeier and Marwick websites. Show less In this role, I am responsible for overseeing project managers and collaborating with cross-functional departments while managing overall operations as well as reevaluating order processes to streamline production. Moreover, I streamline overall communication and eradicate potential mistakes by identifying areas of improvement through a comprehensive assessment of the processes involved, from customer requests to fulfillment of orders. In addition, I lead various print and packaging… Show more In this role, I am responsible for overseeing project managers and collaborating with cross-functional departments while managing overall operations as well as reevaluating order processes to streamline production. Moreover, I streamline overall communication and eradicate potential mistakes by identifying areas of improvement through a comprehensive assessment of the processes involved, from customer requests to fulfillment of orders. In addition, I lead various print and packaging projects from inception to completion, adhering to budget and time constraints. One of my major responsibilities is to determine and evaluate client requirements and presentation concepts in close collaboration with sales, marketing, and production department heads. Furthermore, I cultivate and foster positive relationships with print, packaging, and material vendors; as well as adjust art to operate within printing and production restrictions. As well, I participate in printing sessions to confirm quality and correctness on press before issuing final approval. One of my major duties is to maintain client graphics archives and an accurate/up-to-date product information database. Key Accomplishments: • Promoted to Creative Services Manager in Dec 2021. • Improved brand awareness and loyalty through re-branding of EWB in 2015. • Updated website for Bredemeier and Sister company Marwick in 2019. • Reduced overall waste and time by establishing new tooling fabrication. • Decreased designer's setup time by 90% by developing a system for ordering recurring print jobs. • Optimized operational efficiency by devising and deploying graphics procedures and best-in-line practices. • Increased online visibility on google through close collaboration with a third-party SEO team for both the Bredemeier and Marwick websites. Show less



National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation - NOAH

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Designer | Graphics liaison

  • Jan 2019 - Jan 2021



Beverly Arts Center

• United States
• Performing Arts
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Ceramics Instructor

  • Mar 2008 - Jan 2015



Taphandles

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Artist

  • Apr 2013 - May 2013

  Performed various duties such as generating files for organic ink screen printing on glasses and growlers, creating printing specifications for different products, as well as organizing and maintaining digital and physical archives. Performed various duties such as generating files for organic ink screen printing on glasses and growlers, creating printing specifications for different products, as well as organizing and maintaining digital and physical archives.



Nimlok

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Art Coordinator

  • Feb 2011 - Apr 2013

  In this role, I developed innovative designs for tradeshow exhibits, while ensuring compliance with branding regulations. Moreover, I was responsible for addressing issues with client-supplied artwork, file setup, fonts, inserted/embedded pictures, and client interactions. In addition to the above, I evaluate the suitability of artwork for 3-D space, as well as create die lines and technical parameters for manufacturing. Furthermore, I articulated order status with numerous internal… Show more In this role, I developed innovative designs for tradeshow exhibits, while ensuring compliance with branding regulations. Moreover, I was responsible for addressing issues with client-supplied artwork, file setup, fonts, inserted/embedded pictures, and client interactions. In addition to the above, I evaluate the suitability of artwork for 3-D space, as well as create die lines and technical parameters for manufacturing. Furthermore, I articulated order status with numerous internal departments, distributors, and clients. Along with the above duties, I assisted external distributors, customers, and designers with customer service and technical assistance. Key Contributions: • Ensured digital color correction and Pantone color matching on a range of substrates. • Adhered to all established schedules and deadlines while directing various graphic orders. Show less In this role, I developed innovative designs for tradeshow exhibits, while ensuring compliance with branding regulations. Moreover, I was responsible for addressing issues with client-supplied artwork, file setup, fonts, inserted/embedded pictures, and client interactions. In addition to the above, I evaluate the suitability of artwork for 3-D space, as well as create die lines and technical parameters for manufacturing. Furthermore, I articulated order status with numerous internal… Show more In this role, I developed innovative designs for tradeshow exhibits, while ensuring compliance with branding regulations. Moreover, I was responsible for addressing issues with client-supplied artwork, file setup, fonts, inserted/embedded pictures, and client interactions. In addition to the above, I evaluate the suitability of artwork for 3-D space, as well as create die lines and technical parameters for manufacturing. Furthermore, I articulated order status with numerous internal departments, distributors, and clients. Along with the above duties, I assisted external distributors, customers, and designers with customer service and technical assistance. Key Contributions: • Ensured digital color correction and Pantone color matching on a range of substrates. • Adhered to all established schedules and deadlines while directing various graphic orders. Show less



The Sign Stop

• Oak Lawn Il

• Graphic Designer / Production Coordinator

  • Jul 2007 - Feb 2011

  Under my capacity as a graphic designer, I oversaw projects from the beginning to the conclusion, including all areas of production. Moreover, I leveraged extensive knowledge of aesthetic design concepts and layout principles to produce designs, concepts, and sample layouts, while consulting with clients to discuss and decide on layout design. Additionally, I also performed a variety of tasks such as preparing files for screen and large format digital printing, operating large format… Show more Under my capacity as a graphic designer, I oversaw projects from the beginning to the conclusion, including all areas of production. Moreover, I leveraged extensive knowledge of aesthetic design concepts and layout principles to produce designs, concepts, and sample layouts, while consulting with clients to discuss and decide on layout design. Additionally, I also performed a variety of tasks such as preparing files for screen and large format digital printing, operating large format four-color printers, and maintaining images, photos, and previous work product archives. Key Contributions: • Established a diverse graphics archive/library • Delivered support in onboarding new hires and preparing/operating new equipment. • Introduced sewing into the finishing department, while facilitating the sewing department and troubleshooting technical issues. Show less Under my capacity as a graphic designer, I oversaw projects from the beginning to the conclusion, including all areas of production. Moreover, I leveraged extensive knowledge of aesthetic design concepts and layout principles to produce designs, concepts, and sample layouts, while consulting with clients to discuss and decide on layout design. Additionally, I also performed a variety of tasks such as preparing files for screen and large format digital printing, operating large format… Show more Under my capacity as a graphic designer, I oversaw projects from the beginning to the conclusion, including all areas of production. Moreover, I leveraged extensive knowledge of aesthetic design concepts and layout principles to produce designs, concepts, and sample layouts, while consulting with clients to discuss and decide on layout design. Additionally, I also performed a variety of tasks such as preparing files for screen and large format digital printing, operating large format four-color printers, and maintaining images, photos, and previous work product archives. Key Contributions: • Established a diverse graphics archive/library • Delivered support in onboarding new hires and preparing/operating new equipment. • Introduced sewing into the finishing department, while facilitating the sewing department and troubleshooting technical issues. Show less