Patti Baker

Patti Baker

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Event Manager

  • Education

    • Syracuse University

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      Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) Illustration and design
  • Experience

    • Verizon

      Jan 1995 - Jan 2000
      Designer

      Created and managed over 600 designs of cover art for the Yellow Pages through presentations, focus groups, branding, specs, and design. Led staff and outside vendors to help develop the overall look and feel of the company as it merged through three acquisitions. Effectively worked with different departments in the corporate environment, advocating use of the in-house agency to save time and money. Key Accomplishments:• Saved the company over $1 million by having the design of covers become an in-house project.• Kept over 600 covers on a schedule throughout entire development, from artwork to prepress and print scheduling.• Worked effectively to establish brand recognition over different platforms. Show less

    • The Cabot Heritage Company

      Jan 2002 - Jan 2004
      Art Director

      Directed a small, tight-knit, and dedicated collaborative team in the design and production of sales collateral, direct marketing, and special reports in both print and internet formats for a well-known financial company. Nurtured trusted relationships with vendors and co-workers, ensuring top performance under tight deadlines.Key Accomplishments:• Designed banners, digital artwork, newsletters, and direct mail.• Kept the print budget low and on schedule for time sensitive projects. Show less

    • Target Direct Marketing, LLC

      May 2004 - now
      Creative Director

      TARGET DIRECT MARKETING, Gloucester, MA 2004 to PresentDirector, Creative Services DepartmentDirected design and production teams in the development of diverse creative projects with key accounts. Collaborated with clients and staff to define campaign vision, conceive design, and consistently meet deadlines and requirements. Coordinated college and university campaigns from concept to completion. Hired vendors and negotiated terms of engagement. Built trusted relationships with both clients and vendors.Key Accomplishments:• Fostered strong client relationships with an eye toward aligning creative with the available budget, leading to consistent, long-term project success. • Managed a team of writers, designers, and vendors to keep projects on schedule, within compliance and branding specifications.• Spearheaded budget proposals, layout, design, and production for a $900,000 key contract under tight deadlines for over 11 years.• Designed and produced direct mail campaigns, marketing materials, email blasts, and banner ads. Show less

    • Old Town Nantucket Baskets

      Jan 2005 - now
      Proprietor

      I weave traditional Nantucket baskets, some with a modern twist. I do all of the work on the baskets. All baskets are made to be used. No two are ever alike.I have won multiple blue ribbons, best in basketry as well as my favorite--the people's choice this past year at the Fesitival of the Arts in Marblehead.I can be found at juried shows, online, or a personalized visit.

    • Marblehead Arts Assn

      Oct 2016 - Nov 2021
      Executive Director
    • Hestia Creations, Inc.

      Oct 2021 - now
      Director Of Special Projects
    • The North Shore Chamber of Commerce

      Mar 2023 - now
      Events Manager
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certification in HTML from North Shore Community College

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      2018 person of the year Marblehead - Essex Media Group Essex Media Group Oct 2018
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket basket weaving Topsfield Fair Sep 2017 Best in Basketry Division and blue ribbon in Nantucket basket division
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket Basket Weaving Topsfield Fair Sep 2014 First Place- Nantucket Basket DivisionFirst Place- Overall- Basketry Division
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket Basket Weaving Topsfield Fair Sep 2013 First Place- Nantucket Basket DivisionFirst Place- Basket DivisionFirst Place- Overall- Basketry Division
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket Basket Weaving Topsfield Fair Sep 2012 First Place- Nantucket Basket Division First Place- Overall- Basketry Division
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket Basket Weaving Marblehead Festival of the arts Jul 2012 The peoples Choice Award in Fine Crafts
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket Basket Weaving Topsfield Fair Sep 2011 First Place- Nantucket Basket Division
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Nantucket Basket Weaving Topsfield Fair Sep 2010 First Place- Nantucket Basket Division First Place- Overall- Basketry Division
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Designer Verizon Corporate Mar 1999 1999 Circle of Excellence Recipient1999 Circle of Excellence Honoree, two consecutive periods
    • Awarded to Patti Baker
      Associate Art Director Hatch Awards Jan 1995 Distinctive Merit Award
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by Marblehead Museum on May 2022
      Marblehead MuseumAssociated with Patti Baker
    • Corporator

      Issued by The Marblehead Bank on Oct 2019
      The Marblehead BankAssociated with Patti Baker
    • Board Member

      Issued by Rotary Club of Marblehead on Jan 2016
      Rotary Club of MarbleheadAssociated with Patti Baker
    • Board Member

      Issued by Marblehead chamber of commerce on Sept 2017
      Marblehead chamber of commerceAssociated with Patti Baker
    • Board of directors

      Issued by Marblehead Festival of the Arts on Jan 2014
      Marblehead Festival of the ArtsAssociated with Patti Baker