Sherry snarko! Monarko - Resume & Portfolio

AUSTIN½ TX

.Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S

My conceptual and problem-solving abilities make me an invaluable asset. I assess wants, needs and goals and translate these into effective messages, using a strong understanding of the language and psychology of type, color, shape, surface and media.

While often solely responsible for projects from ideation to completion, I give and take direction equally well. I am insanely organized, detail-oriented, quality-oriented and fast.

My computer skills include general working knowledge of Mac, PC, and Linux (that order), Photoshop 5.5, Fireworks 5, Dreamweaver 5, Quark 4.1, Illustrator CS1, PageMaker 4 and Word 6, with working knowledge of BBEdit, Flash, ImageReady, FileMaker, PowerPoint, Portfolio, Access, Keynote and Freehand. I have a solid understanding of the Internet in general, HTML (can code from scratch), CSS, CGI and Perl applications.

My experience and coursework include graphic design, web design, corporate identity, illustration, copywriting and editting, photography, 3-dimensional design, video production and editing, public relations and graphic arts applications.

.E X P E R I E N C E

COMMUNICATIONS >>> 02.2007-04.2010
Jerry's Artarama, Austin TX

Design and execution of local collateral for a large retail chain store
Design and maintenance of local chain's jump page on the internet
Grew email newsletter from under 200 to over 2000 in a month via online and offline promotions
Copy writing, design, html, execution and all maintenance of online calendar and newsletter
Broadened both online and offline social networking and blogging for the store
Design, copy writing and execution of local advertisements
Management of artists and the Green Wall Gallery, demonstrations, special events
Promoted from Store Merchandiser, responsible for all displays and POP

WEBMISTRESS/ART DIRECTOR/COMMUNICATIONS CHICA >>> 08.2005-11.2006
David Van Os for Texas Attorney General, Statewide TX

Design and maintenance of all aspects of the website, including graphics, photography, video, audio, copywriting, code, installation and customization of Perl (backend), online and offline promotions
Design and maintenance of campaign identity through all forms of media
Design, copy editing and execution of all campaign print materials and advertising
Writing and maintenance of HTML newsletter and list
Writing and maintenance of Access supporter database

ART DIRECTOR/SALES ASSISTANT >>> 02.2002-08.2005
Eco-Wise, Austin TX

Design and maintenance of all aspects of the website, including graphics, copywriting, code, installation and customization of Perl (backend) code, offline promotions
Design and maintenance of brand identity through all forms of media
Design, copywriting and execution of all sales brochures and advertising
Design and implementation of all forms used to organize custom orders and day-to-day activities
Creative and execution of all executive presentations via Keynote
Expert paint color-matcher, dubbed “paint color guru” by staff and clientele

GRAPHIC DESIGNER >>> 01.2001-present
Austin TX

Work includes technical illustration, web design, promotional, tradeshow graphics & marketing for various businesses

ART DIRECTOR >>> 07.2000-12.2000
TeVeo, Inc., Mountain View CA

Design of GUI for VIDiO website and software
Design and maintenance of brand identity through all forms of media
Creative for all interface graphics and HTML templates
Creative for ad banners, print advertising, software packaging, presentation materials, media kits, tradeshow materials, and other tools for use by sales and marketing
Fulfillment of all design materials, both web and print, needed for business development contracts
Maintenance of website content updates via Dreamweaver and .asp
Management of temps and vendors

LEAD ONLINE DESIGNER >>> 10.1999-07.2000
Imagine Media, Computer Division Online Group, San Francisco CA

Design of GUI for four website launches
Creative for all user interface graphics and HTML templates
Planning of site maps and logistical diagrams for implementation by tech
Creation of ad banners, collateral, presentation materials and other tools for use by sales
Maintenance of brand identities through all forms of media
Creation of daily website spot graphics
Pioneered intranet documentation of graphical style guides and sales tools
Management of temps and vendors

ASSOCIATE ART DIRECTOR/
DIGITAL MEDIA DESIGNER >>> 10.1997-10.1999
Maximum PC, San Francisco CA

Design, layout and production of 112+ page international magazine
Design, graphics, HTML authoring and maintenance of UI for website and disc
Flight checking, detailing and proofing of digital files
Direction of hardware photoshoots
Illustration of technical graphics
Management of Graphic Designer and temps

GRAPHIC DESIGNER >>> 05.1997-10.1997
MacTemps, San Francisco CA

Worked on various assignments across the Bay Area, including ad agencies, photography, in-house design teams, and publishing

MACINTOSH SPECIALIST >>> 10.1996-04.1997
The Spectrum Group, Pittsburgh PA

Illustration of technical graphics, charts and maps
Production of digital files and artwork
Construction of mockups and comps for presentations

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER >>> 10.1993-09.1996
Sewickley Graphics, Sewickley, PA

Direction of jobs daily through concept, creative, design, graphics and production
Worked closely with vendors during photo shoots, pre-press and press checks
Earned five honors and awards

.P R O F E S S I O N A L

CONTRIBUTING EDITOR >>> 09.1999-07.2000
Maximum PC and MacAddict, San Francisco CA