Work Experience
Art Director
Radancy - Chicago, IL
September 2021 - Present
Develop and conceptualize creative ideas and visual strategies for client campaigns
Collaborate with copywriters, designers, photographers, and other creative professionals to ensure cohesive project execution
Oversee the production process from initial concept through final delivery, ensuring quality and consistency
Present creative concepts and ideas to clients and incorporate their feedback effectively
Ensure all creative output aligns with brand guidelines, client goals, and industry standards
Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and technologies to maintain innovative and fresh creative solutions
Art Director
David James Group - Oakbrook Terrace, IL
March 2015 - September 2021
Developed artwork and layout for print and digital signage, banners, posters, publications, infographics and flyers
Created web and social graphics to be used across all platforms
Collaborated with creative and account team to meet client expectations and deadlines
Conceptualized and designed cover artwork for monthly scientific journals
Graphic Designer/Project Manager
Precision Language & Graphics - Schaumburg, IL
August 2014 - March 2015
Managed translation projects
Prepared translation files to be sent to freelance translators
Provided French translations and quality assurance whenever necessary
Typesetting of business cards, manuals, documents, and other client projects in a variety of languages
Education
University of Wisconsin-Parkside (2009-2013)
Bachelor of Arts. Graphic Design, Minor in French Studies
Skills
Software
- Adobe Creative Suite CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects)
- Sketch, Adobe XD, Figma
- Keynote
- Microsoft Office
- Mac OSX/PC Proficient
Languages
- Introductory HTML/CSS
- Bilingual in French and English