Work experience

 

Art Instructor—MOTT Center

Apr 2016 - December 2019

• Created an on-going acrylic painting curriculum for senior citizens.

  • The objectives include the introduction and proper use of artistic vocabulary, elements of art, principles of design, Golden mean composition, drawing fundamentals, proper brush care, paint application techniques, and how to objectively critique work in peer reviews.  They are encouraged to find their artistic style and voice through personal exploration.

 

 

Art Director, Sr. Designer—EPI Communications

Aug 1996 - Jan 1998

• Designed:  corporate identity and direct mail packages, magazines, newsletters, catalogs,
  kiosks, posters, trade show exhibits, conference and promotional campaigns, collateral and promotional brochures, presentation folders, illustrations and advertising.

• Directed photo shoots.

• Coordinated production schedules.

• Negotiated ad insertions, premiums and print pricing.

• Maintained budgets.

• Redesigned American Philatelic magazine and provided digital templates to client.

 

Assistant Art Director, Sr. Designer—BOAT/U.S.

Jun 1991 - Aug 1996

• Designed:  corporate identity and direct mail packages, magazines, tabloids, newsletters,
  catalogs, kiosks, posters, trade show exhibits, conference and promotional campaigns,
  collateral and promotional brochures, presentation folders, illustrations and advertising.

• Responsible for ensuring corporate brand integrity between in-house departments of new
  and existing logo designs and corporate identity packages.

• Provided graphics department computer hardware and software upgrade recommendations, troubleshooting and daily assistance. — Power User

• Technical support team member responsible for introducing and establishing digital photography and electronic pre-press protocols.

• Directed photo shoots.

• Coordinated production schedules.

• Maintained budgets.

• Received the Gold Circle Award from the American Society of Association Executives
  for the Best Association Newsletter/Tabloid 1992.

 

Art Director, Designer—ParksSouther & National Marketing

Jul 1990 - Jun 1991

• Designed:  corporate identity packages, brochures, presentation folders, direct mail,
  posters and advertising.

• Coordinated production schedules.

• Directed photo shoots.

 

Art Director, Designer—Ryan Group

Dec 1989 - Jul 1990

• Designed:  corporate identity packages, brochures, presentation folders, annual reports,
  direct mail, posters, kiosks, promotional pieces, illustrations and advertising.

• Coordinated production schedules.

• Directed photo shoots.

• Negotiated ad insertions, premiums and print pricing.

• Maintained national and regional accounts.

• Hired and managed staff, freelance artists and photographers.

 

Graphic Design Studio Manager—United States Naval Academy

​Aug 1988 - Dec 1989

• Designed:  logos, 3-D displays, T.V. studio sets, slides and illustrations.

• Conducted two-day seminars.

• Maintained budgets and provided cost-effective solutions.

• Provided instruction and graphic support to academic staff and midshipmen.

• Presented with an USNA Award for effort contributing to the success of Project Squid.

 

Art Director, Designer—Flying Dutchman Design

June 1987- Aug 1988 

• Designed:  corporate identity packages, brochures, presentation folders, annual reports,
  direct mail, posters, illustrations and advertising.

• Coordinated production schedules.

• Negotiated premiums and print pricing.

• Establish and maintained national and regional accounts.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

• Beta tested several desktop publishing programs.​