Design Expertise

Computer Skills MAC/IBM:

Adobe Creative Cloud:
26 years of Illustrator and PhotoShop,
22 years of Dreamweaver and Flash,
19 years of InDesign, 2 years of Premiere.
Microsoft:
23 years of Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, 2 years of Access.
Web Design and Programing:
21 years of html, 12 years of css, 10 years of aspx, php and java.
Photography:
24 years of Experience, 5 years Black and White, 9 years of Studio,
12 years of Digital.
Mail Processing:
4 years of mail processing using AccuZIP Postal Software

Work Experience:

Dynagraphics/Wood Printing 05/03/2010 - 08/23/2024
Graphic Designer Decatur, IL
• Design marketing and promotional material for various local and
regional businesses including business cards, banners, flyers,
newsletters, and catalogs (ADM, Austin Industrial, Caterpillar,
Decatur YMCA, Graceland/Fairlawn, Illinois Trucking Association,
the Kelly Group, Primient, Roland Machinery, Co., Systemax,
Tate & Lyle)
• Comply with logo and brand standards
• Coordinate information for books, brochures, calendars,
event booklets, and menus
• Create and prepare designs for diverse forms of print
• Processed mailings including Standard, First Class,
Non-Profit, and EDDMs
• Operate multiple printing devices

Freelance Artist 4/2009 - 5/2010
Layout / Web Design / Logo Design
• Created Product Information Guides and ads
for GSI Group, LLC on a contract basis
• Designed a brochure for the Heritage Network
• Donated a logo design to Heritage Network
• Designed and maintained websites for the Heritage Network
and EPL Bio Analytical (html/css)
• Created a tradeshow banner for EPL Bio Analytical
• Designed logos for RPM Midwest Sales, Inc.

The GSI Group, LLC. 10/29/2007 - 4/02/2009
Graphic Designer / Marketing Support Coordinator Assumption, IL
• Created and managed a graphic standard for publications
• Managed product updates for multiple brands
• Coordinated information for training manuals and brochures
• Created materials for marketing and promotions
• Updated photo database with parts and location photography
• Improved workflow and filing systems
• Maintained websites (php/aspx/javascript/html/css)
• Created product logos
• Created tradeshow displays
• Worked as a positive team member and team leader

K’s Merchandise, LLC. 3/30/2004 - 12/19/2006
Photo Clean-Up / Graphic Designer Decatur, IL
• Corrected photographs for color consistency and accuracy
• Created news print ad campaigns
• Created flyer layout
• Collaborated on product photo shoots and set design
• Worked with a team
• Worked under tight deadlines
• Maintained network

Herald and Review - Lee Enterprises 2/17/2003 - 11/22/2003
Graphic Designer / Pre-press production Decatur, IL
• Created layout, ad, and shell designs
• Worked as a team member and work directly with clients
• Paginated
• Proofed negatives
• Worked under tight deadlines
• Corrected and cleaned up photos for printing

Alexander Manufacturing 10/1/2001 - 4/26/2002
Desktop Publisher Tawanda, IL
• Converted logos from raster to vector
• Printed film for screen printing, pad printing, and laser engraving
• Worked on assembly line production
• Solved network problems

Suncoast Motion Picture Company 11/20/1995 - 1/4/2003
Sales Associate / Assistant Manager / Store Manager Forsyth/Springfield
• Developed superb customer service skills
• Created and managed store displays
• Prioritized work assignments
• Maintained operating efficiency
• Developed teamwork skills to lead a successful team

Education:

Millikin University
Bachelor of Fine Arts May 20, 2001

Richland Community College
Associate of Art May 15, 1998

St. Teresa High School
High School Diploma 1995