Yvette Nevares

Experience

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  Semanario Claridad

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1998

  Art Director

  • Art direct the main and section logos and the entire layout of a weekly newspaper and cultural supplement. • Prioritized the day-to-day high-volume work flow; assigned jobs to photographers and illustrators; selected photographs and illustrations for the stories. • Proofread layouts, and participated in editorial meetings. • Managed freelance and part-time artists including hiring, training, general oversight, and evaluations. • Ensured product quality through supervision of the printing process. Show less

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  De Palabras

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2006

  Proofreader/Graphic Designer Consultant

  Proofreading and editing, ensuring accurate spelling, usage, punctuation, and syntax. Made consistent style edits for articles, essays and marketing materials. Designed posters, educational and public relations materials for unions, cultural activists and community awareness programs.

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  Deutsche Bank

  Aug 2000 - Jan 2001

  Graphic Designer

  • Created newsletters, annual reports, brochures, invitations and posters for internal and external audiences• Created graphics for publications and website• Worked creatively while implementing strict corporate design guidelines• Developed visual identity for the DB Americas Foundation.

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  The Thurmon Group

  Jan 2001 - Jan 2003

  Senior Graphic Designer

  • Created logos, brochures, annual reports, invitations, presentations and tradeshow booth graphics for financial services clients such as AXA Financial and Equitable Life• Designed and developed the company’s website: www.thurmongroup.com• Performed administrative duties: organizing and archiving job files, managing resources and handling vendors• Managed all print jobs from initial layout to final output

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  NYC Department of Education

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2007

  Art Teacher

  • Taught art to elementary and middle school students• Designed sequential visual arts curriculum based on standards • Created effective arts programming to ensure that English Language Learners and Special Education students reached their grade benchmark.• Collaborated in grant writing and community involvement efforts

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  The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation

  Jul 2008 - Aug 2012

  Senior Graphic Designer

  • Designed posters and signage, print and e-newsletters, invitations, advertisements and other marketing collateral using Adobe Creative Suite• Designed and produced screensavers, e-cards and website banners with Flash• Designed web pages and stand-alone portal sites; worked with web team on information architecture, design and style sheets• Conceptualized new corporate identity and branding for collateral and web• Worked with product managers, marketing directors and web production groups• Supervised print production process from start to finish• In-house photographer for high profile corporate events Show less

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  Dial Management Corporation

  Oct 2012 - May 2014

  Marketing Specialist

  • Develop and implement brand and corporate identity• Coordinate advertising and promotions with managers and vendors in the Pacific and Caribbean regions• Develop creative tactics to attract new customers and maintain existing ones, including promotions, pricing and employee incentives• Art direct and design advertising, internal campaigns and client presentations that support business growth and enhance brand awareness• Monitor industry trends• Design and production of TV animations featuring monthly promotions• Supervise print and web production process from start to finish. Establish production schedules and manage vendors Show less

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  Self-Employed

  Jun 2014 - now

  Independent Marketing & Design Consultant

  Consultant providing design and marketing solutions to businesses in Puerto Rico.

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  Decanter Hotel

  Jul 2014 - now

  General Manager

  Project ManagerI managed the renovation of the historical property on San Jose Street in Old San Juan that houses the Decanter Hotel. Worked on all aspects –from demolition to completion, including permits and application to laws providing incentives and the coordination of all operational aspects needed to open the hotel. I also designed the hotel's concept and corporate identity.General ManagerI transitioned to the GM position and have been enjoying this ride from the beginning, facing many challenges as a newcomer to the industry and seeing how two years of tireless effort, discipline –and the best team a leader can hope for– has built the hotel's impeccable reputation. Show less