Thank you for your interest. My background
is very diverse. I have over twenty years working in the print industry
in both production prepress/premedia and graphic design environments.
This also includes print brokering, project management and marketing
utilizing social media.
I
am a graphic designer that has a complete understanding of all the
steps and pitfalls of taking a project from conception to physical
completion.
Through my training as a Drum Scanner Operator I have had some of the best training in color management and color theory. These skills have allowed me to work reproducing Johnson & Murphy shoes for print catalogs and to working directly with local artists such as Phil Ponder and Michael Sloan on reproducing their artwork for limited edition prints.
Through my training as a Drum Scanner Operator I have had some of the best training in color management and color theory. These skills have allowed me to work reproducing Johnson & Murphy shoes for print catalogs and to working directly with local artists such as Phil Ponder and Michael Sloan on reproducing their artwork for limited edition prints.
My
traditional graphic design has included brochures, flyers, signage,
expo displays, banners, teaching material, corporate identity, etc. Clients have included small businesses, individuals, organizations, government agencies, as well as global companies. Some of these pieces I have overseen the design, production and delivery.
In
the digital space I have created websites that included class
scheduling systems, payment gateways, CMS and social media components.
Additionally I have created digital advertising, banners, and marketing strategies
specifically for social media.
I enjoy working on interesting projects with passionate people.
Currently, due to current commitments, I must be selective on any additional projects I take on.
Currently, due to current commitments, I must be selective on any additional projects I take on.
EXPERIENCE OVERVIEW
Graphic Design
- Corporate Identity & Branding
- Traditional Design for print; Brochures, Newsletters, Signage, Calendars, etc.
- Social Media graphics for Advertising
Web Design
- Website Creation
- Content Management Solutions
- Integration of payment gateways and scheduling system
Printing
- Offset, Offset Web, Gravure and Sheetfed
- Digital Printing for short run
- Print on Demand
- Former 4/C Journeyman Stripper
- Former CAD Operator
- File prep, ripping and repair
Color
- Former Drum Scanner Operator
- Former Lead Image Manipulation Specialist
- Physical Proofing
- Soft Proofing
- Color Management
- Color Quality Analyst
- Project Management
- Workflow Integrations & Improvement
- Application Training
- Associates Degree in Graphic Design
- DS Screen CAD Printing Operations Program
- DS Screen Color Drum Scanner program
- DS Screen Advanced Color Theory Program
- National Association of Photoshop Professional Seminars
- Challenging Client Relationship Skills
- Effective Communication in the Digital Workspace
- Leadership Communication Skills
- Leadership and Change
Certifications
- Heart Association CPR/AED First Aid
- NAEMT Trauma First Responder
- TN Certified Handgun Instructor
- J.R.O.T.C. Marksmanship Instructor
