SSJResume2016-web
- 1. Work History Creative Project Manager 7/2010 - 10/2016 INSP, LLC. (Branch of The Inspiration Networks) Managed in-house creative projects, outsourced vendors and worked with clients to decipher their requests and steer their ideas into a solution to meet their goals and budgets. As part of this role, I also designed effective print/web graphics for sales and marketing initiatives. Art Director 9/2000 - 7/2010 The Inspiration Networks Assisted Creative Director in creation of successful sales/marketing campaigns to promote the networks logos/brand identities, posters, ads, brochures, newsletters, product packaging, web graphics, exhibit graphics some motion graphics. Art Director 3/1999 - 9/2000 Q-2 Publishing | Inside NASCAR magazine Sole designer of Inside NASCAR magazine working remotely with photographers and editors to create an exciting publication for the racing enthusiast. Designer 7/1996 - 10/1998 Racing Champions-South (Formerly Wheels Sports Group, Inc.) Designed and produced high end trading cards, magazine ads, display packaging, foil wrappers and sales/marketing materials. Our products were crafted with cutting edge offset technologies; micro-etched foil, multi-layered embossing, printed acetate, and die-cutting. Freelancer 9/1997 - Ongoing Design projects include: Created branding for local churches | CD covers and promotionals for local bands | National advertisements for Kaplan Companies | Posters, brochures, postcards, and invitations for various clientele | Photo restorations Education Clemson University Bachelor of Fine Arts 8/1989 - 12/1993 Graduated Cum Laude with Senior Departmental Honors Concentrated studies in photography, graphic arts, and ceramics. Awards and Honors PICA Award 2007 The Communicator Awards 2002 Calhoun College Honor Society 1993 Career Goal To succeed in an environment that - shares my passion for creative and effective communication - promotes creativity and learning - utilizes my skills and experience to enhance the company goal Professional Summary An experienced and versatile design professional. I design mostly print and web graphics with some experience in motion and interactive. I am also a skilled photographer. I love creative challenges and strive to stay current with design trends and software advancements. Professional Skills Strong sense of color and composition Utilizes research to strive for fresh and innovative designs A self-starter that thrives in a creative team environment Strict attention to details Able to create quality design quickly when time is short Experienced in creating press-ready, on-air, and online graphics Adaptable and quick to learn new technologies Proficient in: Adobe CC: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Keynote & Microsoft Office, Workamajig project management Knowledgable in: AfterEffects, Premiere, Flash, Muse Macintosh & Windows platforms Susan S. Jones A Design Professional 9941 Sherill Lane, Fort Mill, SC 29707 | 704-491-6979 ssjones318@gmail.com | https://ssjones318.myportfolio.com References available at linkedin.com/in/susansjones