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Hi, I’m K.L. Benedetto. I blend design, branding, and communications to help organizations tell their stories through print, digital, and experiential media.
I thrive at the intersection of creative design, copywriting, and project leadership, collaborating with diverse teams—from startups to nonprofits and Fortune 500 partners—to deliver compelling branding, marketing collateral, and effective programs.
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Language
English
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Work Experience
Executive Communications Director at ClicClix Media Group
December 1, 2014 - November 21, 2025Crafted compelling print and media collateral to advance branding goals; consulted directly with clients, entrepreneurs, media entities, and nonprofits to define brand identities; implemented new systems to streamline administrative processes, boosting productivity; managed budgets and scheduling while coordinating vendor contracts to save costs; collaborated with marketing to develop creative concepts and led multi-project timelines to on-time delivery.
Account Manager at Employ Printing
April 1, 2025 - April 1, 2025Managed a portfolio of 800+ key accounts, consistently exceeding sales targets by an average of 25%; built and maintained strong client relationships with a 90% retention rate; identified upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts, driving 25% annual revenue growth.
Retail Customer Service Associate at FedEx Office
June 1, 2023 - June 1, 2023Consulted with customers to understand needs and provided expertise in wide-format printing, signs and graphics, as well as shipping product lines.
Managing Partner at Fastsigns Bethpage (formerly SignMeUp)
October 1, 2022 - October 1, 2022Expert in signage, graphic design, sign permit services, sign violation removal, project management, direct marketing, and marketing trade show collateral; fostered strategic partnerships with Fortune 500 companies.
Creative Director - Kids For Christ (Church School Program) at Bethel AME Church (Westbury)
June 1, 2015 - June 1, 2015Co-created the program curriculum; produced 30 multimedia, interactive PowerPoint lessons for classroom use; instructed students in religious instruction.
Adjunct Professor at Career Education Corp. (SBI Campus, Briarcliffe College)
May 1, 2010 - May 1, 2010Taught Graphic Design, Web Design, Animation, and Career Preparation; developed curricula, graded assignments and exams, and provided guidance and support to students.
Education
Master of Arts in Communications at New York Institute of Technology (NYIT)
May 1, 2004 - May 1, 2004Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at SUNY Old Westbury
May 1, 1992 - May 1, 1992Master of Arts in Communications at NYIT
May 1, 2004 - May 1, 2004Bachelor of Arts in American Studies at SUNY Old Westbury
May 1, 1992 - May 1, 1992Qualifications
Life Insurance
January 11, 2030 - November 21, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Other
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