I am a graphic designer with a comprehensive background across ads, catalogs, trade show displays, flyers, web banners and logos. I excel at bridging communication between organizations, members, employers and the public, using photography, video production, website maintenance, and campaign design. I have led training, vendor relations, social media content, event logistics, and IT support across Mac and PC environments, collaborating with multiple divisions and charities to deliver high-quality creative assets and campaigns.…

John Michael Falco

I am a graphic designer with a comprehensive background across ads, catalogs, trade show displays, flyers, web banners and logos. I excel at bridging communication between organizations, members, employers and the public, using photography, video production, website maintenance, and campaign design. I have led training, vendor relations, social media content, event logistics, and IT support across Mac and PC environments, collaborating with multiple divisions and charities to deliver high-quality creative assets and campaigns.…

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I am a graphic designer with a comprehensive background across ads, catalogs, trade show displays, flyers, web banners and logos. I excel at bridging communication between organizations, members, employers and the public, using photography, video production, website maintenance, and campaign design.

I have led training, vendor relations, social media content, event logistics, and IT support across Mac and PC environments, collaborating with multiple divisions and charities to deliver high-quality creative assets and campaigns.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Consultant / Graphic Designer at Market America, Inc
February 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
Product consultant and Web Services partner contributing to graphic design initiatives, website updates, and partner campaigns.
Graphic Designer at Local 338 RWDSU/UFCW
June 1, 2014 - Present
Comprehensive graphic design supporting total communication between the union, its members, employers, and the public. Responsibilities include photography and video production, maintaining public and private websites and member portal/app, image server cataloging, campaign design and execution, vendor relations, social media development, event planning, cross-department collaboration, political outreach, and staff training in software and equipment.
Lead Technician / Coordinator at iGame4
January 1, 2014 - June 30, 2015
Transport, setup, and teardown of multiple video stations and equipment for school programs, private parties, and corporate events; troubleshoot electrical/system issues; liaison for management on scheduling, setup, and teardown; coordinate technicians.
Graphic Designer at Motivators Promotional Products
July 1, 2012 - October 31, 2013
Created camera-ready themed stock artwork and product designs; designed web banners, emails, social media, catalogs and other marketing materials.
Graphic Design Intern at Fishbat Online Marketing Firm
March 1, 2012 - July 1, 2012
Developed online marketing plans for clients using web design, social media, SEO, email campaigns, logo design; authored articles and blogs.
Art Director and Customer Service at Penguin Products LLC, d/b/a Fast Track Promos
February 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Designed and implemented templates for logo imprinting, promotional and packaging design; managed proofs, color separation, and outputs; led a division of 4-color digital heat transfer transfers; provided customer service and web maintenance; collaborated on flyers, brochures, ads, and new product lines.
Graphic Artist and Art Director at Dri Mark Products, Inc.
April 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Designed promotional templates, imprinting proofs, color separation, and product markups; trained international staff on programs and machinery; contributed to flyers, brochures, catalogs, and emails; supported external communications and product launches.
Graphic Design Intern at AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers)
August 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Supported staff in creating, recreating, and correcting diagrams for the monthly magazine; contributed to flyers, brochures, posters, and show displays.
Assistant Production Manager at Citation Clinical Labeling Systems
August 1, 2005 - April 30, 2006
Supported senior management in label design and revamps; planned workflow, defined project requirements, delegated tasks; created proofs for customer approval and mass print setup.
Lead Photo Technician, Supervisor and Trainer at CVS/ Pharmacy
April 1, 1998 - July 31, 2005
Trained and mentored support staff; improved productivity; maintained technical certifications (Kodak, CVS, OSHA); managed multiple processors and platforms for photography and related workflows.

Education

Bachelor of Technology in Visual Communications at Farmingdale State University of New York
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Associate in Arts at Suffolk County Community College
January 1, 2001 - December 15, 2025
Bachelor of Technology in Visual Communications at Farmingdale State University of New York
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2004
Associate in Arts at Suffolk County Community College
January 1, 2001 - December 15, 2025

Qualifications

Certified Kodak Technician and Trainer
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005
OSHA Certified
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005
CPR Certified
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Certified Kodak Technician and Trainer
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005
OSHA Certification
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2005
CPR Certification
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Retail

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