Sandra Busta

Sandra Busta

Owner and Creative Director

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Senior Art Director at Marketing Group with 20 years of experience

  • Education

    • Notre Dame de Namur University

      2002 - 2004
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Graphic Design, Web Design and Fine Art

      Aktiviti dan Persatuan:Golden Key International Honor Society First Place San Mateo County Fair Fine Art Division (Twice) Bank of America Fine Art Award Saint Julie Billiart Award in Fine Art Featured in the magazine Designer's Illustrated Featured in the magazine Art in America CD cover for Broadway Benefit CD featured on tv shows Good Morning America and The View

  • Experience

    • Sandra Busta Design

      Apr 2004 - now
      Owner and Creative Director

      Highly creative and multitalented Graphic Designer with extensive experience in fine art, marketing, and print design. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills; dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities. Highly skilled in client and vendor relations and negotiations; talented at building and maintaining “win-win” partnerships. Passionate and inventive creator of innovative marketing strategies and campaigns; accustomed to performing in deadline-driven environments with an emphasis on working within budget requirements.•Develop innovative and strategic campaigns.•Set and maintain high standards for creativity, quality, and productivity.•Collaborate closely with clients and stakeholders to understand their goals and requirements.•Conceptualize and pitch creative ideas and solutions that align with client objectives.•Stay abreast of industry trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for innovation.•Build and maintain strong client relationships through exceptional communication and presentation skills.•Ensure brand consistency across all marketing and advertising channels Tunjukkan kurang

    • Luis Busta Art School

      Jan 2010 - Jun 2018
      Director and Marketing Specialist

      Assisted at this family-owned art studio as an instructor and in all aspects of its daily operation including marketing and sales. Designed and developed marketing collateral for direct mail and promotional campaigns throughout the Bay Area. Responsible for purchasing art and office supplies and successfully negotiated steep discounts on bulk orders. Managed student admissions and portfolio reviews. Instructed in drawing and painting techniques specializing in realism and impressionism. Used a broad range of art media including oils, watercolors, pastels, charcoal, and acrylics. Offered group and private instruction. Developed curriculum, lesson plans and samples of various art techniques targeted to a wide age range and skill levels.•Plan and deliver engaging art lessons that cater to diverse learning styles and abilities.•Teach principles of art, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media.•Demonstrate techniques and methods to develop students' artistic skills and creativity.•Provide constructive feedback and guidance on student artwork to encourage growth and improvement.•Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages artistic expression and experimentation.•Integrate art history and theory into lessons to broaden students' understanding of artistic concepts.•Organize and supervise art projects, exhibitions, and competitions within the school or community.•Collaborate with colleagues, parents, and administrators to support students' overall development.•Maintain art supplies and equipment, ensuring they are in good condition and accessible for students.•Stay updated on educational trends and best practices in art instruction through professional development activities. Tunjukkan kurang

    • Skysite Properties LLC

      Jan 2017 - Jan 2019
      Freelance Graphic Designer

      Successfully managed and coordinated graphic design projects from concept through completion. Worked closely with the client to create vision, conceive designs, and consistently met deadlines and requirements. Effectively built, motivated, and directed design and production teams. Created and conducted highly persuasive sales and marketing presentations. Expertly converted features to benefits to achieve client objectives.Key Achievements:Provided proposal layout and design for corporate contracts under extremely tight deadlines.Established trusting relationships with designers, vendors, and key clients. Tunjukkan kurang

    • Always Hired

      Apr 2018 - Jan 2018
      Tech Sales Bootcamp Graduate

      Became proficient in tech sales techniques, including pipeline management, lead generation, cold emailing, script creation, objection handling, and demo bookingKnowledgeable with Salesforce, Lead IQ, Outreach, Vidyard, Crunchbase Pro and Crystal Knows sales platforms

    • Marketing Group

      Jan 2020 - now
      Senior Art Director

      Art director with 20 years of experience in the graphic design industry. Extensive experience with conceptualizing and managing digital marketing campaigns over social media and other mediums. Specializes in rebranding projects, where vast knowledge of branding design, marketing and copywriting can be applied. •Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design software.•Experienced in creating logos, branding materials, and marketing collateral.•Skilled in both print and digital media design.•Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.•Ability to conceptualize and execute creative ideas from start to finish.•Familiarity with UI/UX design principles and responsive design.•Knowledge of web design trends and best practices.•Experience with photo editing, retouching, and manipulation.•Ability to adapt to brand guidelines and maintain consistency across designs. Tunjukkan kurang

    • Preservation Distillery

      Jan 2020 - now
      Senior Designer

      Specialize in brand development and creating innovative packaging, product design, collateral and marketing materials for bourbon industries.•Lead and manage creative teams to ensure artistic vision is met•Develop and oversee the overall visual style for projects•Collaborate with clients, designers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements•Conceptualize and pitch creative ideas to clients and internal teams•Provide constructive feedback and guidance to team members to enhance creative output•Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget constraints•Maintain brand consistency across all visual assets•Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate innovative ideas into projects•Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively•Strong presentation skills to articulate and sell creative concepts Tunjukkan kurang

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