James Lucas

Experience

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  Bank of America

  Apr 1996 - Apr 1999

  Graphic Designer

  As a prominent purveyor of top-notch asset management and financial consulting services, we take pride in our ability to deliver exceptional results to our valued clients. Our track record speaks for itself, as evidenced by a range of key achievements that demonstrate our unwavering commitment to excellence.One such accomplishment involves the successful oversight of numerous internal and external design projects. Utilizing our keen eye for detail and cutting-edge design techniques, we were able to develop and execute a range of direct mail campaigns and collateral print materials that not only met but exceeded our clients' expectations.Thanks to our expert guidance and strategic approach, our efforts resulted in substantial cost savings for the company. Over the course of three years, we were able to save our valued client a whopping $180,000, all while delivering superior design work that elevated their brand and strengthened their market position.At our core, we are dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals and thrive in an ever-evolving business landscape. Whether you need asset management services, financial consulting, or top-tier design work, we have the expertise and experience to deliver exceptional results every time. Show less

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  Mondrian Investment Partners Limited

  Jun 2005 - Nov 2014

  Senior Graphic Designer

  Mondrian, a distinguished investment management firm, boasts employee ownership and possesses offices in both London and Philadelphia. This exceptional company caters to an international clientele, offering a range of value investment options across equity and fixed-income asset classes. With a well-resourced investment team at its helm, Mondrian manages assets for over 250 institutional clients worldwide.In 2005, I was promoted from Consulting Graphic Designer to Senior Graphic Designer while working for an international investment firm. In this capacity, I provided art direction, design, technical, and production oversight for the company, which managed a staggering $64 billion in assets for its global clientele. My work required me to collaborate with company and departmental leaders to assess project requirements and develop campaign strategies, budgets, and timelines to meet objectives.Working with the in-house design team, I managed multiple projects simultaneously and ensured brand and strategy consistency across all designs. My efforts helped create various marketing tools, including sales books and presentations for account executives, contributing to a 170% sales increase over seven years. Additionally, I mentored colleagues in sales book production to improve workflow efficiency.As a graphic designer, I achieved several noteworthy accomplishments, including providing support to Star Group on Comcast advertising, spearheading creative solutions for Panasonic, and handling all internal graphic needs from concept through delivery. My expertise in composition and electronic pre-press processes enabled me to optimize the layout for the Wall Street Journal by creating and testing scripts, decreasing layout time. I also created Excel, Word, and xDATA scripts to automate the correction process, saving the company $100K annually. Show less

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  Grape Cat

  Mar 2013 - now

  Digital Marketing Strategist

  Grape Cat - a fashion brand offering top-quality, eco-friendly clothing and accessories 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Our products are available through our online eCommerce platform and at various events.As the manager, I oversee the production of multimedia graphic design solutions from initial concept to final delivery and implementation. Additionally, I handle our independent business's marketing, finances, and daily operations.My experience using Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Sketch, InVision, and Adobe Experience Manager enables me to develop and implement design projects including logos, websites, videography, branded imagery, and marketing strategies like social media presence and newsletters.Here are some of my key achievements:* Provided Senior Web and Graphic Design leadership for Wakefern Food Corp., the nation's largest retailer-owned cooperative with 300+ retail supermarkets including ShopRite, Price Rite, The Fresh Grocer, and Dearborn Market.* Produced multi-channel marketing materials like circulars, in-store posters, flyers, and more in a high-volume production environment.* Created unique, brand-specific design projects for stores within the Wakefern family.* Ensured quality control over final products and identify opportunities for process improvements and proposed implementation methods.* Independently and as a leader within a creative team, developed and delivered graphic design elements, marketing initiatives, and brand strategies for Grape Cat, LLC.* Boosted sales by an impressive 200% through the effective use of social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.* Conceptualized and designed visual communications with utmost creativity and adhered to tight deadlines to deliver simple solutions for complex concepts.* Sourced printing, requested quotes, and collaborated with designers to get pre-pressed files ready for printing. Show less