182 8th Street, Apt. 2
Brooklyn, NY 11215
Tel: 646 300-4384

Jeanette Marie Manning


Summary of Qualifications
• Skilled graphic designer with 6+ years experience in art direction, marketing/advertising and branding
• Proven ability to understand complex ideas and communicate them graphically
• Polished and comfortable presentation style
• Adept at managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark and Keynote


Professional Experience
Ogilvy & Mather | New York, New York | October 2007 – April 2008 | Art Director
• Collaborated effectively as part of creative team for new business pitches
• Aided creative directors on various projects with creative thinking and problem solving

AbelsonTaylor | Chicago, Illinois | September 2005 – August 2007 | Art Director
• Conceptualized and designed layouts for print ads, sales aids, tradeshow booths and direct mail
• Contributed chosen prelaunch concepts, which were instrumental in winning new business for agency
• Built brand identities with color palette and logo development
• Selected art styles, collaborated with illustrators and oversaw photo shoots, ensuring each brand’s visual continuity

Cramer-Krasselt | Chicago, Illinois | May 2003 – September 2005 | Designer
• Partnered with copywriters to create million dollar campaigns
• Designed and pre-pressed layouts for ads, outdoor signage, and other promotional materials

Lodestone Digital | Charlotte, North Carolina | June 2001 – December 2002 | Junior Designer & Marketing Coordinator
• As part of 3-person team, grew client base by 50% through strategic database management
• Designed brochures for company’s largest promotion, reaching 50,000 customers
• Reported directly to company president


Education
December 2002 | Winthrop University | Rock Hill, South Carolina
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design and Minor in Marketing


Professional Membership
American Institute of Graphic Artists (AIGA)

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