SUMMARY
A highly creative designer with strong technical skills, an artistic eye, and optimal organization and management skills. Four years professional design experience with a 3D modeling and brand development background. A strong work ethic paired with effective management of multiple projects provides for the ability to meet deadlines while assuring top quality. Avid problem-solver and enjoys learning new skills. Keeps current with industry standards and is active in area industry networks. A team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to see the big picture in meeting corporate goals.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
P.O.P 3D modeling, brand extension, product inspiration and graphic design for print.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Creative Senior Designer Brand Sense Partners, Los Angeles, CA, Nov 2005 to present
Responsible for translating brand research and attributes into visually compelling brand designs: including but not limited to color palette creation, logo graphics, modeling, product packaging, P.O.P displays and sales materials. Tasked with the creation of brand inspiration, graphic design and assists partners with all aspects of product and brand design.
Graphic Designer NESTLÈ Alliance, Long Beach, CA, Sept 2004 to Oct 2005
Create sales presentations for NESTLÈ. Developed kiosks, packaging design, and interactive P.O.P design. Worked with 3D program and model actual final displays. Specialized in managing account for: NESTLÈ, Sony
and Disney.
FREELANCE EXPERIENCE
Lead Designer ABBYY, San Jose, CA, On-going
Design packaging and collaterals.
Graphic Designer Alure Entertainment, Santa Monica, CA, On-going
Develop presentation, collateral and creative consultant.
Graphic Designer The Cimmarron Group, Los Angeles, CA, Oct 2004
Design bill boards for Universal Studios and Posters.
EDUCATION
Extension Program UCLA, Present
AIGA Member: Los Angeles
Bachelor of Graphic Design California State University of Fresno, May 2003
Emphasis on Art/Advertising
SKILLS
CS3 Creative Suites | Quark Xpress | Strata 3D | PowerPoint | Photography