I am a versatile creative who loves design, brainstorming, and always thinking strategically. My organizational skills help me work effectively to achieve my clients' goals. I design brand packages, infographics, web experiences and marketing materials, collaborating with client teams and printers to deliver cohesive, branded results.

Mary Manthei

I am a versatile creative who loves design, brainstorming, and always thinking strategically. My organizational skills help me work effectively to achieve my clients' goals. I design brand packages, infographics, web experiences and marketing materials, collaborating with client teams and printers to deliver cohesive, branded results.

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I am a versatile creative who loves design, brainstorming, and always thinking strategically. My organizational skills help me work effectively to achieve my clients’ goals.

I design brand packages, infographics, web experiences and marketing materials, collaborating with client teams and printers to deliver cohesive, branded results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer at Self-Employed / Freelance
January 1, 2005 - Present
Specialize in the complete design process, from initial brainstorm to final delivery, in order to enhance clients’ brands and ensure satisfaction. Create brand packages for start-ups as well as uphold brand standards for existing corporate clients. Specialize in B2B presentations, infographics, catalogs, white papers, and advertisements. Create event packages with corresponding venue graphics and materials that provide a cohesive, congruent experience. Design packaging for retail products from concept to final production; collaborate with printers to ensure deliverable quality. Build custom-branded Squarespace websites as well as implement front-end design of WordPress and Drupal websites. Maintain collaborative relationships with client teams and work effectively with vendors.
Senior Designer at Dooley & Associates
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Designed marketing materials in both print and digital capacities at boutique marketing agency; received national recognition for non-profit client work in 2012 and 2013. Wrote original content for print collateral, websites, social media, and email newsletters, and served as the in-house ‘grammar guru’. Worked directly with clients, translating their needs into complete solutions and maintaining positive, effective relationships.
Marketing Manager/Graphic Designer at Pace International
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2010
Developed corporate branding, collateral, websites, online marketing, and packaging for Pace International, Trading Post (subsidiary) and MVP™ (private label). Managed Marketing Department project organization, deadlines, approvals, schedules, and communication with vendors and clients. Promoted from Graphic Designer to Marketing Manager in two months.
Asst. Vice President - Technical Services at Onward Technologies, Inc.
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2007
Support the Vice President of Technical Services in an administrative role by managing scheduling, processing, and documentation of clients.
Freelance Designer at Self-employed
January 1, 2005 - Present
Specialize in the complete design process, from initial brainstorm to final delivery, to enhance clients' brands and ensure satisfaction. Create brand packages for start-ups and uphold brand standards for existing corporate clients. Specialize in B2B presentations, infographics, catalogs, white papers, and advertisements. Create event packages with venue graphics and materials for a cohesive experience. Design packaging for retail products from concept to production; collaborate with printers to ensure quality. Build custom-branded Squarespace websites and implement front-end design of WordPress and Drupal sites. Maintain collaborative relationships with client teams and vendors. Corporate clients include Angie’s BOOMCHICKAPOP, Bel Fuse/Cinch, Caribou Coffee, Case IH, Cummins, Emerson Network Power, Harpo Productions, Mars, SpecialtyCare, TD Ameritrade, Wisconsin State Journal.
Assistant Vice President - Technical Services at Onward Technologies, Inc.
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2007
Support the Vice President of Technical Services in an administrative role by managing scheduling, processing, and documentation of clients.

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Art (Graphic Design Emphasis) at University of Wisconsin–Madison
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Certificate in Women’s Studies at University of Wisconsin–Madison
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026
Bachelor of Science in Art (Graphic Design Emphasis) at University of Wisconsin–Madison
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Certificate in Women’s Studies at University of Wisconsin–Madison
January 11, 2030 - March 17, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet