I am an experienced creative professional who enjoys collaboration and sees design as a powerful tool for problem-solving. I always think outside the box and focus on delivering profitable, effective solutions tailored to each project. I'm eager to work with a dynamic team of forward-thinking professionals who are committed to achieving ambitious goals. In my career, I've managed a wide variety of projects from digital graphics to print production, mentoring teams and streamlining processes. I am passionate about brand consistency and creative development, and I also have experience in sound therapy through my business, Empathic Owl, combining creativity with wellness.

Jacque Kocinski

I am an experienced creative professional who enjoys collaboration and sees design as a powerful tool for problem-solving. I always think outside the box and focus on delivering profitable, effective solutions tailored to each project. I'm eager to work with a dynamic team of forward-thinking professionals who are committed to achieving ambitious goals. In my career, I've managed a wide variety of projects from digital graphics to print production, mentoring teams and streamlining processes. I am passionate about brand consistency and creative development, and I also have experience in sound therapy through my business, Empathic Owl, combining creativity with wellness.

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I am an experienced creative professional who enjoys collaboration and sees design as a powerful tool for problem-solving. I always think outside the box and focus on delivering profitable, effective solutions tailored to each project. I’m eager to work with a dynamic team of forward-thinking professionals who are committed to achieving ambitious goals.

In my career, I’ve managed a wide variety of projects from digital graphics to print production, mentoring teams and streamlining processes. I am passionate about brand consistency and creative development, and I also have experience in sound therapy through my business, Empathic Owl, combining creativity with wellness.

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Work Experience

Sr. Production Artist at CrossCountry Mortgage
July 31, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Saved the company thousands each week by bringing work back in-house while continuing recurring projects. Offered process improvement ideas enhancing organization and efficiency. Completed 50-70 projects weekly including photo retouching, color correcting, and creating digital and print graphics such as flyers, advertisements, emails, corporate communications, and video storyboards. Worked on confidential projects with quick turnarounds, led recurring corporate projects as the creative/production lead, mentored international team members for brand consistency, and co-led creative team development sessions. Awarded the Winston Award.
Owner at Empathic Owl - Sound Therapy & Sound Healing Practitioner
December 1, 2021 - Present
Conduct crystal sound bowl meditations for individuals and groups to balance mind and body. Designed social media content for event promotion and engagement. Created merchandise designs sold on Amazon and Etsy including journals, stickers, sweatshirts, and other items.
Recruiter - Freelancer at Go Maverick Group
April 30, 2022 - August 1, 2025
Recruited candidates in creative, marketing, and technology sectors focused on full-time, permanent roles. Leveraged and expanded an existing network.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist - Freelancer at Self-Employed
September 1, 2015 - Present
Provided logo design for small businesses and non-profits, photo retouching, product design mock-ups, interactive PDFs, product photo shoots, and website work.
Marketing Coordinator Consultant at Consultant
April 30, 2016 - August 1, 2025
Designed newsletters, retouched photos, wrote copy, and assisted in project planning.
Assistant VP, Sr. Recruiter at The Creative Group
September 30, 2015 - August 1, 2025
Managed creative industry professionals, salary negotiations, and client expectations in a high-paced environment. Provided career advice and oversaw hiring and market trends. Achieved Silver Club Milestone for over 1M gross margin.
Graphic Designer – Freelancer at TTI Floor Care
August 31, 2010 - August 1, 2025
Created package design, signage, bottle hang tags, and mock-ups for a vacuum company.
Graphic Designer at Malone Advertising
June 30, 2010 - August 1, 2025
Updated national and international ad campaigns, designed billboards, commercial tags, and in-store marketing displays for large brands. Managed multiple client brands under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.
Graphic Designer - Freelancer at Gossi, Inc.
August 31, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Handled product photography and manipulation, created catalogs and trade show materials, and developed websites focusing on profitability and growth.
Graphic Designer — Freelancer at Faber-Castell/Creativity for Kids
May 31, 2009 - August 1, 2025
Developed 24 creative illustrations for a mandalas and coloring book aimed at stimulating children's creativity.
Creative Manager at RGH Enterprises
November 20, 2008 - August 1, 2025
Developed an in-house graphics department and managed all marketing collateral for six companies. Directed multiple catalogs, mailings, direct mail, advertisements, flyers, presentations, trade shows, and web/email campaigns. Managed a team of 4 direct and 30 indirect reports, improved processes, decreased catalog print errors by over 80%, maintained budgets, and doubled workload while meeting deadlines. Also led photo shoots and press checks, and collaborated with executive teams on creative direction.

Education

B.A. at Cleveland State University
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003
B.F.A. at The University of Akron
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2001

Qualifications

RGH Leadership Program participant
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025
Member of Mountain Climber’s program at RGH
January 11, 2030 - August 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment

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