Brian Plecas

Experience

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  Graphtrix Inc.

  May 1996 - Jan 1998

  Graphic Designer - Pre-Press Technician

  Graphic design including development of brochures, ads, business cards, flyers and catalogs. Pre-press technician, preflight design work for plate and film output, create blue-lines, dylux proofs, matchprints and plates for press runs. Proofread various graphic design jobs before sending to press.

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  Lynx Inc.

  Jan 1998 - Apr 2000

  Graphic Designer, Web Designer

  Graphic designer for advertising agency, responsible for page layout and assembly of brochures, ads, flyers, business cards and packaging. Also responsible for web design, including html, asp, xml, flash and various other web development projects. Photographic retouching, manipulation and preperation for print and web implementation.

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  ITT Enidine

  Jan 2001 - Oct 2012

  Art Director / Web Administrator

  Project management, including all design and art direction, maintenance and operations of company entity web sites and webserver; social media outlets, IIS administration, design including HTML, XML, PHP, JQuery, Javascript, ASP Classic, Coldfusion, 3D animations, menus, SQL, MySql and Access databases, search engine positioning and analytics, domain name registration, server and ftp administration, lead generation through forms and monitor traffic to websites.Overseeing production of new collateral, including the design and graphical representations of printed pieces, advertising, tradeshow graphics, presentations and direct mail pieces.Ensuring and maintaining the proper graphic presentation of company logos, products, and functionality of designs and standards for brand integrity.File transmission, including the uploading of scheduled advertising, website events, distributor listings, PR and employment listings.Overseeing the preparation, including pre-flight and collection for output of printed pieces.Supervision of photo shoots and color retouching of photography for web, printed pieces, advertising, sales power point presentations and press releases.Have a working knowledge of high and low resolution photography and their formats and usage including: CMYK, RGB, dot gain, line screens, vector and raster artwork for both print and web production. Securing quotations from printers on marketing collateral; website services, software/hardware, back-up utilities, networking etc.Assist the Marketing Manager, as needed, with special marketing projects.Maintenance and Installation of Macintosh and PC Desktop and Server Systems including hardware, software, troubleshooting and upgrading.Proficient in all web design, animation, video and print production software (Adobe Creative Suite) and MS Office on both PC and MAC Platforms. Show less

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  ITT Connect and Control Technologies

  Oct 2012 - now

  Marketing and Communications Manager

  Responsible for the ITT Connect and Control Technologies Motion and Flow Control marketing and communications function and all of its aspects, drive branding strategy for the Enidine, Compact, NeoDyn, Conoflow, and Aerospace Controls brands and ensure alignment with business goals and objectives. Support sales staff and site leaders and continue to provide art direction and web administration functions to deliver measurable results on a global scale.Coordinate with outside agencies on ongoing campaigns, work with writers and artists, oversee/develop copywriting, press release creation, graphic design, layout and production of promotional materials for both print and electronic delivery to various channels in targeted markets.Plan and oversee the organization's advertising and promotional activities including print, electronic, and direct mail outlets, events and tradeshows, along with the development and execution of the strategic and tactical marketing plans and programs, both short and long range, to ensure share of market and positioning of products along with brand reputation management. Develop and manage the marketing budget to ensure the achievement of marketing objectives are within designated budget and report on various aspects of the marketing programs and their ROI.Ensure alignment of key messages with sales objectives are met, including the report of sales leads generation, lead nurturing and success of specific campaign goals as it relates to the sales pipeline in specific niche markets.Assist in the alignment and deployment of internal communications for employee engagement with overall corporate strategy and HR/culture initiatives. Develop and execute communications plans for internal programs and activities as it relates to internal and external audiences. Show less