Professional Experience
Mission To consistently provide the ultimate in design creativity and customer service, with an experience and artistic vision that is second to none. To consistently raise the standard of automotive illustration, and to educate the public with regard to the labor and sacrifice required to create a work of fine art.
Experience
Owner, Designer/Marketing and Creative Director
2/2005 – Present, Problem Child Kustoms Studio, Gilbert, AZ
Launched a specialty art studio specializing in graphic, web and vehicle design,
as well as marketing and branding services tailored to small and specialty
companies. I have created branding strategies, logos, identity and complete
websites for a variety of businesses in varying industries, and managed all
projects from start to finish in-house. Completed contract assignment with a toy
manufacturer, launching four new lines of children's and collectible toys, having
created conceptual artwork, branding, and packaging for new products.
Working in contract positions, I assisted in the troubleshooting, training and
launch of chapter websites for a major not-for-profit, applying technical web and
proofreading and editing skills. I have been published in over one hundred
automotive industry trade papers and periodicals, and currently act as design
consultant on many high-profile hot rod projects and aftermarket product
development.
Brand Manager, Web and Graphic Designer
6/2003 - 9/2006, SDHQ Motorsports, Gilbert, AZ
Created all print and electronic-based materials for advertising/marketing and
promotions. Create all print advertising, copy and visual material. Designed and
maintain company website. Developed an entire marketing strategy from scratch,
creating a brand identity for a local shop specializing in the customization of off-
road vehicles. Created apparel designs for retail sale and promotional use,
designed project vehicles, and acted as project manager for complete project
builds, drawing on prior experience in the automotive parts field. Trained and led
a team of web and graphic designers, as well as providing outside sales support
for wholesale division. Was called upon to launch clothing line for company
owner's spouse, creating apparel and advertising designs, as well as website
and all related marketing materials.
Media Specialist
3/2000 - 6/2003 Auto Safety House LLC, Phoenix, AZ
I was responsible for creating all print and electronic-based materials for
advertising/marketing/training and promotions. Created all print advertising, copy
and visual material. Design and maintain company website. Developed an entire
marketing strategy from scratch, assisting in the opening of new territories, and
launching Commercial Bus sales line, resulting in increased revenue company-
wide. Have developed national ad campaign and support network for school
district vehicle purchase program. Created all technical training materials,
including interactive displays/training resources/catalogs. I had developed not
only a strong brand identity, but have forged a reputation for industry-leading ad
campaigns for this 50+ year-old company. Acted as Inside Sales Support/
Customer Service Liaison for Outside Sales representatives.
Education
1/2001 - 6/2001 Collins College, Tempe AZ
Certification
Graduated with a 4.0 GPA. I received extensive training in Photoshop, Illustrator
and Quark XPress, as well as intensive training in writing code for web
applications.
10/1992 Hyundai Motor America
Fixed Operations Training
Completed the Hyundai Motor America Parts and Service Training coursework.
Trained in dealer service parts, warranty administration, and service department
policies and procedures.
9/1990 - 5/1992 Villa Maria College of Buffalo, Buffalo NY
Studied both Graphic Design and Fine Art, completing coursework in 2- and 3-D
design, typography (both traditional and digital), and studio art courses in life
drawing and painting. Other studies included Psychology, Math, and Philosophy
(with an emphasis on Ethics and Personal Development), as well as Liberal Arts
requirements in History and English.
Additional Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Freehand, HTML, CSS, PHP script
modification, Content Management Syetems (WordPress), Illustrator, Interface
Design, JavaScript, Mac OS, Personnel Leadership, PhotoShop, Project
Management, Sales support, Technical Writing, Video Editing, Windows OS