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I’m Jacque Kocinski, a versatile graphic designer and production professional based in Ohio. I thrive in collaborative environments where design solves real business challenges, delivering high-visibility branding, print, and digital work at scale. Over the years I’ve built in-house design capabilities, mentored teams across international groups, and consistently champion brand consistency and efficient workflows.
Beyond client work, I enjoy mentoring students and sharing industry insights to help others grow their portfolios and careers. I’m passionate about pushing creative boundaries while keeping projects profitable and on schedule.
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Work Experience
Sr. Production Artist at CrossCountry Mortgage
April 4, 2002 - July 29, 2025Lead in-house production and design execution, saving the company thousands weekly by bringing work in-house and managing 50-70 projects weekly. Implemented process improvements for efficiency and brand consistency; performed photo retouching, color correction, and deliverables across digital/social graphics, email headers, ads, signage, print collateral, and web landing pages. Mentored international team members and co-led creative development sessions; handled confidential projects with rapid turnarounds.
Owner at Empathic Owl - Sound Therapy & Sound Healing Practitioner
December 1, 2021 - PresentOffer crystal sound bowl meditations for individuals and groups; design social media visuals to boost engagement; merchandise design sold on Amazon and Etsy.
Recruiter - Freelancer at Go Maverick Group
April 1, 2022 - October 26, 2025Candidate recruitment in the creative, marketing, and technology space; focus on full-time permanent roles; leveraged existing network and expanded.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist - Freelancer at Self-employed / Freelancer
September 1, 2015 - PresentLogo design for small businesses and non-profits; photo retouching; new product design photo mock-ups; interactive PDFs; product photo shoots; website work.
Marketing Coordinator Consultant
April 1, 2016 - October 26, 2025Newsletter design; photo retouching; copywriting; project planning.
VP, Sr. Recruiter at The Creative Group
September 1, 2015 - October 26, 2025Manage industry professionals for clients on a daily/weekly basis; negotiate salaries/benefits; creative problem solving; interview and counsel talent; fast-paced, deadline-driven environment; market awareness and public speaking engagements.
Graphic Designer – Freelancer Through The Creative Group at TTI Floor Care
August 1, 2010 - October 26, 2025Package design; signage; bottle hang tags; mock-ups.
Graphic Designer at Malone Advertising
June 1, 2010 - October 26, 2025Updated and changed national/international ad campaigns; billboard design; in-store marketing displays; fast-paced, multi-brand workload with tight deadlines.
Graphic Designer - Freelancer at Gossi, Inc.
August 1, 2009 - October 26, 2025Product development support including photography, photo manipulation, catalogs, trade show materials, and website work.
Graphic Designer — Freelancer Through The Creative Group at Faber-Castell/Creativity for Kids
May 1, 2009 - October 26, 2025Developed 24 creative illustrations for mandalas and coloring book projects.
Creative Manager at RGH Enterprises
November 20, 2008 - October 26, 2025Developed in-house graphics department across six companies; managed catalogs, direct mail, ads, flyers, sell sheets, presentations; directed photo shoots; oversaw print production; collaborated with executive team on creative direction; managed team of 4 direct reports and over 30 indirect reports; improved processes and reduced errors.
Educational Aide Graphics & Printing Technology at Medina County Career Center
August 1, 2025 - PresentGrading of projects and classwork; organization of the class and flow using good time management and multi-tasking skills; hold critiques to enhance student project work with industry knowledge and best practices; development of project and extra-credit work; assist with software programs and problem-solving with students; provide feedback with the teacher to counselors via conversations and weekly progress reports regarding students; brought on as freelance designer for high-level school projects.
Sr. Production Artist at CrossCountry Mortgage
April 1, 2022 - July 1, 2025Save the company thousands weekly by bringing design work in-house; complete 50–70 projects weekly with quick turnarounds and high confidentiality; projects include: social media graphics, email headers, flyers, merchandise, signage, digital & print ads, business cards, postcards, booklets, landing pages, emails, fillable forms, storyboards; lead creative/production on recurring corporate projects; mentor international team members to ensure brand consistency; co-lead creative team development sessions; Winston Award recipient.
Recruiter at Go Maverick Group
January 1, 2021 - April 1, 2022Recruited candidates in creative, marketing, and technology fields; specialized in full-time, permanent roles; built and maintained a strong industry network.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Production Artist at Self-Employed
September 1, 2015 - PresentLogo and brand design for small businesses and nonprofits; Interactive PDFs, product mockups, photo shoots, photo retouching; website graphics and layout work.
Marketing Coordinator at O’Neill Insurance
January 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016Designed newsletters and retouched imagery; Wrote copy and coordinated marketing projects.
Assistant VP, Sr. Recruiter at The Creative Group
August 1, 2010 - September 1, 2015Managed and coached creative professionals; Negotiated salaries and contracts; Recruited for roles in design, marketing, comms, and tech; Gave talks to students about careers, resumes, and portfolios; Silver Club milestone recipient.
Freelance Graphic Designer at The Creative Group (TTI Floor Care)
July 1, 2010 - August 1, 2010Package design, signage, mockups.
Freelance Graphic Designer at The Creative Group (Malone Advertising)
March 1, 2009 - June 1, 2010Ad campaigns for Sherwin-Williams, Goodyear, Nestlé, etc.
Freelance Graphic Designer at The Creative Group (Faber-Castell)
May 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009Illustrated 24-page mandala coloring book.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Gossi Inc.
March 1, 2009 - August 1, 2009Product photography, catalogs, trade shows.
Creative Manager at RGH Enterprises
May 1, 2001 - November 1, 2008Built and led in-house creative team across six companies; Managed catalogs, direct mail, advertisements, trade shows, websites; Directed photography, press checks, and creative approval process; Cut post-production errors by 80% and met all project budgets; Participated in company leadership and marketing committees; Led process improvements that reduced turnaround time significantly.
Educational Aide, Graphics & Printing Technology at Medina County Career Center
August 1, 2025 - PresentGraded projects and classwork; organized the class and flow using strong time management and multi-tasking; led critiques to enhance student project work with industry knowledge and best practices; developed project and extra-credit work; assisted students with software programs and problem-solving; provided feedback to the teacher and counselors via conversations and weekly progress reports; brought on as freelance designer to work on high-level projects for the school.
Freelance Graphic Designer / Production Artist at Freelance / Self-Employed
September 1, 2015 - PresentLogo and brand design for small businesses and nonprofits; Interactive PDFs, product mockups, photo shoots, photo retouching; Website graphics and layout work.
Freelance Graphic Designer at The Creative Group
June 30, 2010 - August 30, 2010Package design, signage, and mockups for TTI Floor Care; Advertising campaigns for Malone Advertising; Illustrated a 24-page mandala coloring book for Faber-Castell.
Freelance Graphic Designer via The Creative Group at TTI Floor Care
July 1, 2010 - August 31, 2010Package design, signage, mockups.
Freelance Graphic Designer via The Creative Group at Malone Advertising
March 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010Ad campaigns for Sherwin-Williams, Goodyear, Nestlé, etc.
Freelance Graphic Designer via The Creative Group at Faber-Castell
May 1, 2009 - May 31, 2009Illustrated 24-page mandala coloring book.
Freelance Graphic Designer via The Creative Group at Gossi Inc.
March 1, 2009 - August 31, 2009Product photography, catalogs, trade shows.
Education
B.A., Concentration in Graphic Design at Cleveland State University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003B.F.A., Graphic Design at The University of Akron
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001B.A. in Graphic Design at Cleveland State University
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2003B.F.A. coursework in Graphic Design at The University of Akron
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001B.A. in Graphic Design at Cleveland State University
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003B.F.A. coursework in Graphic Design at The University of Akron
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001B.A. in Graphic Design at Cleveland State University
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003B.F.A. coursework in Graphic Design at The University of Akron
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001Qualifications
Silver Club Milestone
January 11, 2030 - April 13, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Financial Services, Education, Other, Software & Internet
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