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Chris Perez

Chris Perez

Head Photo Specialist

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Director of Marketing and Communications at PCHAS

  • Education

    • South Pacific Institute of Environmental Studies: Araura College c/o Eastern Washington University

      2002 - 2002
      Cultural Studies

      Activities and Societies: People to People Student Ambassador Program: Australia and New Zealand College credit provided, through the South Pacific Institute of Environmental Studies: Araura College c/o Eastern Washington University, for participation in cultural studies as part of The People to People Student Ambassador Program.The People to People Student Ambassador Program was launched in 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. For nearly 50 years, People to People Ambassador Programs has served as People to People International’s global educational travel provider, organizing… Show more College credit provided, through the South Pacific Institute of Environmental Studies: Araura College c/o Eastern Washington University, for participation in cultural studies as part of The People to People Student Ambassador Program.The People to People Student Ambassador Program was launched in 1956 by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. For nearly 50 years, People to People Ambassador Programs has served as People to People International’s global educational travel provider, organizing and promoting opportunities for bridging cultural and political borders through direct interaction, unparalleled access, and unique experiences. Today, People to People Ambassador Programs travel to every continent on the globe. Show less

    • The Art Institute of Austin

      2011 - 2014
      Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA Media Arts and Animation 3.62 GPA

      Concentration on Motion Graphics

    • Lone Star College-CyFair

      2003 - 2007
      Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS Video & Post Production

      An additional AAS degree in Graphic Design was also achieved at the same time.

    • Lone Star College-CyFair

      2003 - 2007
      Associate of Arts and Sciences - AAS Graphic Design

      Activities and Societies: Film Club An additional AAS degree in Video & Post Production was also achieved at the same time.

  • Experience

    • Walgreens

      Jan 2003 - Jan 2015
      Head Photo Specialist

      • Performed district wide trainings for new staff• Produced KPI reports and monitored trends• Created graphics for in-store signage and print collateral• Managed photo lab equipment and inventory• Provided customer service and assisted where needed• Managed organization of storage room and coolers

    • Indie Slate Magazine

      Jan 2006 - Jan 2007
      Layout Artist (Internship)

      • Utilized graphics software to create magazine layouts and cover concepts• Managed website and online advertisements• Organized internal network

    • Mayde Creek High School Ram Band Boosters Inc

      Jan 2008 - Jan 2011
      Graphic Designer (Volunteer)

      • Designed artwork for merchandise and materials including apparel, yard signs and decals• Developed annual logos for The Katy Ram Challenge annual fundraising event and training ride for the BP MS150• Photographed special events

    • Di Angelo Publications

      Jan 2009 - Jan 2011
      Art Director

      • Created three original magazines (Houston Youth, After Dark and Chrome)• Directed photo-shoots and took over photography of subjects as needed• Wrote original content for the “In the Loop” section for Houston Youth Magazine• Conceptualization of new ideas for content, themes and processes

    • Dry Martini Films

      Jan 2012 - Jan 2012
      Video Editor (Contract)

      • Edited footage for the production of an independent film• Provided audio foley and added visual effects

    • Presbyterian Children's Homes and Services

      Feb 2015 - now

      • Successfully created a new corporate event video using existing footage• Managed and streamlined vendor invoice processing by creating new procedures with the accounting dept.• Updated agency logos, colors and print collateral• Captured and edited footage throughout the year to create targeted videos• Created new A/V Slideshow layout for corporate events• Successfully managed major mailings to over 60,000donors and clients• Designed a custom storage room for the new central office, created new office signage and provided feedback on art placements Show less • Created a platform for employees to order business cards using custom layouts• Created signage and provided photography at corporate events throughout the year• Managed all agency social media accounts• Managed and updated multiple agency websites• Learned NetCommunity and designed e-mails using internal databases• Increased social and website visits and tracked progress by running Google Analytics• Managed $100,000 Google Ad Grant for AdWords• Created and distributed agency wide print collateral Show less

      • Director of Marketing and Communications

        Sept 2023 - now

      • Design Manager

        Dec 2017 - Sept 2023

      • Communications Manager

        Jul 2016 - Dec 2017

      • Communications Coordinator

        Feb 2015 - Jul 2016

    • Di Angelo Publications

      Jan 2016 - Jan 2018
      Graphic Design Consultant

      • Created 8 book layouts and cover designs for fiction and non-fiction novels and children’s books• Coordinated with authors on final layouts and prepared files for publication• Shared ideas and assisted with creative brainstorming with clients

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Texturing Game Props in 3ds Max and Photoshop

      Digital-Tutors
      Aug 2013

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Volunteer Graphic Designer

      Issued by Mayde Creek High School Ram Band Boosters, Inc. on Jan 2008
      Mayde Creek High School Ram Band Boosters, Inc.Associated with Chris Perez