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I’m a formally-trained graphic designer with experience in agency settings as well as in-house creative departments. I have worked with non-profit governmental organizations, local sign shops and small businesses, as well as large retail companies in the outdoor sports sectors.
Work Experience
Graphic Designer / Production Assistant at Red Rock Signworks
July 29, 2024 - PresentDesign graphics for various vinyl and dimensional signs, vehicle wraps, vinyl decals and stickers, and apparel prints and embroidery.
Collaborate with businesses to generate brand assets such as fliers, business cards, and promotional items that adhere to their current brand guidelines.
Assist in the production and assembly of vinyl and dimensional signs and the production and packaging of large apparel orders.
Build and maintain the company's website and oversee the company’s social media accounts to showcase recently-completed projects, as well as advertise
available sign shop services.
Sign Shop Graphic Designer at Pella Engraving & Sign Company
July 8, 2019 - October 23, 2020Conceptualized and designed graphics for interior and exterior signs, window decals, vehicle wraps, personal and business logos, and business wayfinding signs.
Collaborated with city and county zoning officials to adhere to codes of ordinance laws and to obtain proper permits pertaining to signage.
Worked with the Sign Shop Coordinator and production team to attain quote approvals and hand off finalized print-ready files.
Retail Graphic Designer II at Cabela’s / Bass Pro Shops
April 6, 2015 - June 29, 2018Collaborated with the Marketing, Merchandising, and Copy teams to develop and design product- and promotion-specific signage for all U.S. retail stores.
Played a key role in the development of an updated sign visual standard by researching customer and design trends, evaluating competitors, and reducing
unnecessary design elements to maximize effectiveness and increase sales.
Worked directly with internal and external print vendors to obtain estimates, approve proofs and die-lines, and coordinate shipping dates and locations.
Communicated installation direction directly with retail store department managers in the form of Intranet tasks and requests, phone calls, and email
Education
Associate of Applied Science at Northeast Community College
August 22, 2011 - May 10, 2013Qualifications
Industry Experience
Consumer Goods, Government, Non-Profit Organization, Retail
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