Experience

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  Dakota screen arts

  May 1990 - Aug 1993

  Graphic designer

  • Design Creation: Create original and eye-catching designs for screen printing, considering factors such as color separations, gradients, and printability.• Work closely with clients and the sales team to understand their design requirements and develop concepts that align with their vision.• Artwork Preparation: Prepare and optimize artwork files for screen printing, ensuring they meet the specific color and resolution requirements for the printing process.• Develop separations for multi-color prints, taking into account registration and print order.Software Proficiency:• Utilize industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop) to create, modify, and manipulate design files.• Stay updated on the latest software and technology trends relevant to the screen printing industry. Show less

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  Dakota collectibles

  May 1993 - Aug 1998

  Graphic artist

  Artistic Skills: Proficient in creating original and aesthetically pleasing designs.Embroidery Techniques: Expertise in various embroidery methods, both hand and machine.Attention to Detail: Precision is crucial in embroidery work to ensure high-quality results.Color Sense: Ability to choose and combine colors effectively for visually appealing designs.Creativity: Capacity to come up with unique and innovative embroidery designs.Communication Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client consultations and collaboration with other professionals.Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with embroidery machines and related equipment.Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and adapt designs to different fabrics and materials. Show less

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  United printing

  Jul 1998 - Aug 2003

  Graphic designer

  • Design Conceptualization• Software Proficiency: Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) • Understanding Print Production: Knowledge of color spaces (CMYK), resolution, bleeds, trim marks, and file formats (PDF, TIFF, etc.)• Typography Mastery• Attention to Detail• Client Collaboration• Creativity and Innovation• Time Management• Problem Solving• Portfolio Building• Print Industry Knowledge• Quality Control

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  Kkbold

  Sept 2003 - Jul 2023

  • Designed creative visuals for online advertising campaigns including banner ads, display ads, video ads.• Monitored competitors' activities and provided insights into their strategies for improving own tactics.• Trained team members on how best utilize available resources when creating effective digital marketing plans.• Assisted in developing promotional materials such as flyers, brochures, banners for use in various advertising channels.• Created detailed SEO strategies designed to boost organic search rankings and visibility online.• Optimized landing pages using web analytics tools such as Google Analytics.• Worked closely with customers to determine appropriate marketing offerings and strategies for business needs. Show less

  • Digital Content Marketing, Social Media Director

    Sept 2003 - Jul 2023

  • Art Director, Web Developer

    Sept 2003 - Jun 2011
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  State bar association of north dakota

  Oct 2011 - Oct 2013

  Website, publications, communications coordinator

  As a Website and Communications Coordinator, my role involved managing and coordinating various aspects of an organization's website and communication channels. Website management • Content creation and coordination • SEO optimization • Digital marketing campaigns • Social media management • Internal and external communications • Media relations • Analytics and reporting • Project coordination

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  Prairie knights casino

  Nov 2023 - Jul 2024

  Digital marketing manager
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  Bnc national bank

  Jul 2024 - now

  Marketing manager