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I am a highly-skilled, attentive manager, mentor and team motivator currently running the Marketing Department at Harmonic Drive LLC in Beverly, MA, where I’ve been for the past 17 years. I am also an accomplished, hands-on Art Director with more than 30 years experience providing original conceptual and design solutions for a wide range of marketing deliverables in many different industries, from packaging, publishing, bio-medical, marine, robotics and more. But my new found love has been event planning with many non-profit organizations like, The Marblehead Arts Association, The Marblehead Arts Festival, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Joey Fund and Girls Inc. of Lynn. I am currently volunteering for Sail Beyond Cancer at the MA North Shore Chapter coordinating events, fundraising, doing design work and crewing the sail boat. It is highly rewarding work and I love being part of a team that truly cares about making a difference. Besides loving all things visual and the process of bringing creation to life, I am an avid reader, meditator, hiker and nature lover. But mostly, I love to learn, work hard and work closely with a team to mentor, support and encourage others. I hope my experience resonates with you and what you’re looking for and I look forward to connecting with you soon. Warmest Regards, Maryanne Polanski…I am a highly-skilled, attentive manager, mentor and team motivator currently running the Marketing Department at Harmonic Drive LLC in Beverly, MA, where I’ve been for the past 17 years. I am also an accomplished, hands-on Art Director with more than 30 years experience providing original conceptual and design solutions for a wide range of marketing deliverables in many different industries, from packaging, publishing, bio-medical, marine, robotics and more. But my new found love has been event planning with many non-profit organizations like, The Marblehead Arts Association, The Marblehead Arts Festival, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Joey Fund and Girls Inc. of Lynn. I am currently volunteering for Sail Beyond Cancer at the MA North Shore Chapter coordinating events, fundraising, doing design work and crewing the sail boat. It is highly rewarding work and I love being part of a team that truly cares about making a difference. Besides loving all things visual and the process of bringing creation to life, I am an avid reader, meditator, hiker and nature lover. But mostly, I love to learn, work hard and work closely with a team to mentor, support and encourage others. I hope my experience resonates with you and what you’re looking for and I look forward to connecting with you soon. Warmest Regards, Maryanne Polanski

Maryanne Polanski

Art Director, Graphic Designer, Designer, +2

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I am a highly-skilled, attentive manager, mentor and team motivator currently running the Marketing Department at Harmonic Drive LLC in Beverly, MA, where I’ve been for the past 17 years. I am also an accomplished, hands-on Art Director with more than 30 years experience providing original conceptual and design solutions for a wide range of marketing deliverables in many different industries, from packaging, publishing, bio-medical, marine, robotics and more. But my new found love has been event planning with many non-profit organizations like, The Marblehead Arts Association, The Marblehead Arts Festival, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Joey Fund and Girls Inc. of Lynn. I am currently volunteering for Sail Beyond Cancer at the MA North Shore Chapter coordinating events, fundraising, doing design work and crewing the sail boat. It is highly rewarding work and I love being part of a team that truly cares about making a difference. Besides loving all things visual and the process of bringing creation to life, I am an avid reader, meditator, hiker and nature lover. But mostly, I love to learn, work hard and work closely with a team to mentor, support and encourage others. I hope my experience resonates with you and what you’re looking for and I look forward to connecting with you soon. Warmest Regards, Maryanne Polanski…I am a highly-skilled, attentive manager, mentor and team motivator currently running the Marketing Department at Harmonic Drive LLC in Beverly, MA, where I’ve been for the past 17 years. I am also an accomplished, hands-on Art Director with more than 30 years experience providing original conceptual and design solutions for a wide range of marketing deliverables in many different industries, from packaging, publishing, bio-medical, marine, robotics and more. But my new found love has been event planning with many non-profit organizations like, The Marblehead Arts Association, The Marblehead Arts Festival, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Joey Fund and Girls Inc. of Lynn. I am currently volunteering for Sail Beyond Cancer at the MA North Shore Chapter coordinating events, fundraising, doing design work and crewing the sail boat. It is highly rewarding work and I love being part of a team that truly cares about making a difference. Besides loving all things visual and the process of bringing creation to life, I am an avid reader, meditator, hiker and nature lover. But mostly, I love to learn, work hard and work closely with a team to mentor, support and encourage others. I hope my experience resonates with you and what you’re looking for and I look forward to connecting with you soon. Warmest Regards, Maryanne Polanski

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I am a highly-skilled, attentive manager, mentor and team motivator currently running the Marketing Department at Harmonic Drive LLC in Beverly, MA, where I’ve been for the past 17 years.

I am also an accomplished, hands-on Art Director with more than 30 years experience providing original conceptual and design solutions for a wide range of marketing deliverables in many different industries, from packaging, publishing, bio-medical, marine, robotics and more.

But my new found love has been event planning with many non-profit organizations like, The Marblehead Arts Association, The Marblehead Arts Festival, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Joey Fund and Girls Inc. of Lynn. I am currently volunteering for Sail Beyond Cancer at the MA North Shore Chapter coordinating events, fundraising, doing design work and crewing the sail boat. It is highly rewarding work and I love being part
of a team that truly cares about making a difference.

Besides loving all things visual and the process of bringing creation to life, I am an avid reader, meditator, hiker and nature lover. But mostly, I love to learn, work hard and work closely with a team to mentor, support and encourage others.

I hope my experience resonates with you and what you’re looking for and I look forward to connecting with you soon.

Warmest Regards,
Maryanne Polanski

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Work Experience

Design Manager at Harmonic Drive LLC

January 1, 2008 - Present

Managed and mentored a team of graphic designers responsible for the development of catalogs, literature and advertising for Harmonic Drive's high-tech product line. Led weekly meetings to inspire design team members, improve communication and productivity, build team camaraderie and encourage collaboration. Partnered with project managers to develop project schedules, track progress, allocate resources and improve overall team efficiency and impact. Directed the development of innovative creative design solutions that clearly communicated the brand and aligned with the business strategy and corporate standards. Led company-wide creative and process initiatives to ensure consistent implementation of design guidelines, trademarks and protocols. Provided leadership and direction for the creative team by ensuring cross-functional partners were equipped with process guidelines and clear direction, reducing redirects. Managed and organized all trade shows and sponsored events from product l

Art Director at The Gillette Company

January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2008

Designed and created initial packaging line for Venus razor and Oral-B Brush-Ups launch campaigns. Developed packaging, point-of-purchase materials, and marketing collateral; created product displays, promotional packaging, coupons and other retail materials for national campaigns across North America. Created design solutions for campaigns for Venus, Satin Care, Oral-B and Braun products. Supported national brand campaigns and managed collaboration with print vendors and external resources.

Art Director at Lehman Millet, Inc

January 1, 1989 - January 1, 1992

Developed and implemented creative strategies for marketing, print, and e-commerce projects from conception to launch for a biomedical/pharmaceutical ad agency. Translated business requirements into effective advertising campaigns; supervised all aspects of design and production of company advertising materials including ads, print catalogs, collateral, direct mail and POP. Demonstrated creative problem-solving, quick decision-making and team motivation; presented strategies to principals, account managers and clients.

Art Director at Paul N. Williams Advertising

January 1, 1992 - January 1, 2000

Designed and presented creative strategies that won Raytheon Marine Electronics and Northstar Marine accounts. Created strategic design solutions for marine catalogs, ads, collateral and POP; clients included: Raytheon Marine Electronics, Apelco Marine Electronics, Ritchie Compass, Yachting Magazine, Schaefer Marine, Baltic Yachts, Swan Yachts and BMW, Acura and Land Rover of Peabody. Created designs for invitations, programs and posters to benefit pro-bono organizations such as Girls, Inc. of Lynn, The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and The Joey Fund. Also aided in organizing the auction exhibits and fundraising for the events.