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Education
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Academy of Art University, Master of Fine Arts Degree in Web Design/New Media, 2015
University of Houston, Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Communication, Cum Laude, 2008
Alvin Community College, Associates Arts Degree, 2002 -
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Selected Skills
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Research and concept development in 2D and 3D design including packaging, books, identity, information graphics,
typography, logos, motion graphics, online ads and web design and development.Proficient in using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and Microsoft Suite including Power Point. Experienced in HTML,
Dreamweaver, WordPress, Drupal, Flash, Soundbooth, and Quark Express. -
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Experience
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Gilbreath Communications, 2014–present
Creative Director
Daily responsibilities include overseeing the concept, development and execution of a multitude of projects involving but not limited to print, broadcast,
multimedia and web design/development. Directed successful and long-running creative executions for clients. Successfully managing short-notice,
fast-approaching deadline requests from clients. Assist in developing comprehensive integrated marketing, promotion and event programs, and also
strategized, budgeted and implemented ideas and events for major brands. Manage and art direct agency designers in concept development.
Build timelines based on project creative brief and ensure all tasks are on schedule. Develop and maintain WordPress websites. Development
of agency proposals and mock campaigns, estimates and client billing.S.O. Creative, 2008–2014
Art Director
Responsibilities include design, layout, and concept while handling a multiple project load. Prepare all print materials for final production,
advanced retouching skills, develop and schedule email marketing campaigns, online banner ads, and art direct photo shoots.
Creative direction, press checks and intern management when applicable, work with team members and outside vendors for job completion.
Update content managed and html coded websites. Organized and managed deadlines/calendars for all projects. Experience in Flash,
Dreamweaver, WordPress, Account Service, Account Traffic, third party vendor costs, and estimates.
Woodforest National Bank, 2003–2008
Manager
Daily responsibilities included customer service, bank deposits, balancing, opening new accounts, open and closing procedures,
new employee training, and team management.
New Leaf Publishing, 2007–2008
Intern, Freelance Graphic Designer
Responsible for logo design and layout of various publications. Assisted in concept development for new and reoccurring projects.
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, 2004–2006
Intern
Responsible for exhibit design and layout, label system design, inventory control, and new art consignment. -
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Exhibitions + Awards
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American Advertising Federation, Silver Addy, 2017
American Advertising Federation, Gold and Silver Addy, 2016
BMA, Lantern Award 2015
American Advertising Federation, 2014
Lantern Awards, Award of Excellence, 2013
American Advertising Federation, Silver Addy, 2012
University of Houston, Graphic Communications Senior Exhibition, Space125 Gallery, Houston, 2008
Tupelo Grease Company, T-Shirt Design Collaboration, 2008, juried
University of Houston, Graphic Communications Student Exhibition, 002 Gallery, Houston, 2007
Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, ABC Show, 2006
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Associations
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AIGA, American Institute of Graphic Arts, Houston Chapter, Member
GCSA, University of Houston Graphic Communications Student Association, Class President
Portfolio and References available upon request.