RESUME
GRAPHIC
EXPERIENCED GRAPHIC DESIGN SPECIALIST WITH OVER 10 YEARS IN THE DESIGN FIELD AND 8 YEARS IN THE PROFESSIONAL MARKET. CONTINUOUSLY SEEKING NEW CHALLENGES TO FURTHER ENHANCE CREATIVE SKILLS AND RESOLUTIONS.
DESIGNER
PROGRAM MASTERY
º ADOBE CREATIVE CLOUD
º MICROSOFT OFFICE
º ONYX RIP
º MIMAKI PLOTTER
º CORELDRAW
º TAJIMA DG15
MORE VANG
MAR 2023 - FEB 2025
Wide Format Graphic Engineer / Graphic Imaging Technician
º Oversee all wide-format prepress operations, ensuring quality and accuracy.
º Develop packaging and branding layouts for custom projects, aligning with client specifications.
º Prepare mockups, proposals, and samples to support the sales team in client presentations.
º Design and format artwork and templates to support the wide-format department’s needs.
º Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining client satisfaction and design quality.
º Collaborate with the Wide Format Manager on-site with clients, providing expert advice on design and material selections for projects.
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U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
AUG 2023 - JAN 2024
Experiential Graphic Designer Contractor
º Design presentations, creative assets and promotional materials in compliance with government branding guidelines and security protocols.
º Conceptualized and designed digital graphics for experiential events, producing mockups and determining the optimal application of visuals to enhance the experience.
º Collaborate remotely with the Events team using Microsoft Teams to coordinate and execute projects effectively.
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BANANA BANNER
MAY 2022 - FEB 2023
Operations Manager / Production Specialist
º Lead the installation team, coordinating with production and sales to ensure job completion per client specifications.
º Manage workflow scheduling and job tracking using custom database software.
º Monitor inventory levels, ordering supplies as needed to maintain production.
º Maintain accurate time, production, and cost records, while reviewing job orders for print quantities, specifications, and special instructions to ensure alignment with project requirements.
º Managed front desk customer service, including answering phone inquiries, scheduling job deliveries, processing payments, and inputting new job requests into the system.
º Conducted site walkthroughs to gather measurements, perform evaluations, and provide consultations, both independently and in collaboration with clients.
º Assist with operating the DigitalInks Flatbed CET printer and support the sales team with order management.
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FAST SIGNS
SEPT 2020 - APRIL 2022
Senior Graphic Designer / Production Specialist
º Prioritize design and production tasks independently, optimizing efficiency while minimizing waste and time.
º Quickly adapt to new tools and technologies introduced in the workplace.
º Provide expert guidance and consultations to clients both on-site and remotely.
º Offer accurate estimates, production timelines, and ensure an exceptional customer experience.
º Proactively manage inventory levels, placing orders and communicating material needs as required.
º Coordinate with city and county offices for zoning approvals and signage permits.
º Oversee the training and management of new hires in both the design and production departments.
º Manage and maintain production equipment, including printers, plotters, laminators, and Kola tables.
º Perform quality control checks on finished products, ensuring they meet company standards.
º Track key metrics such as engagement, conversion rates, and social interactions to optimize performance.
º Utilize reporting tools to gather data and present insights to team leads and executives.
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ECOPRINT POWERED BY MORE VANG
JAN 2020 - MAY 2020
Wide Format Graphic Engineer
º Design custom packaging layouts for projects and create mockups to support sales.
º Format artwork for the wide-format department as needed.
º Manage Ecoprint powered by More Vang social media campaigns on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
º Promote sustainable, eco-friendly products to clients.
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ECOPRINT
​SEPT 2019 - JAN 2020
Lead Graphic Designer & Layout Specialist
º Developed concepts for commercial clients, aligning with their specific needs and branding.
º Contributed to internal and external promotional efforts, including email campaigns, mailers, and social media.
º Created print-ready files for digital media, including business cards, brochures, booklets, and mailers, tailored to client specifications.
º Collaborated with Prepress and Production teams to ensure a smooth and efficient printing process
º Managed client portals, providing easy access for order placement and processing.
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MUDDY FEET GRAPHICS
​JAN 2017 - MAY 2019
Lead Graphic Design Specialist
º Led all phases of new product development, from conceptual design to incorporating client feedback.
º Collaborated with clients to define design and promotional strategies that align with their goals.
º Utilized Adobe Creative Cloud, Tajima DG15, and CorelDRAW to create designs and layouts for a variety of media, including logos, vehicle wraps, embroidery, screen printing, signage, and promotional items.
º Developed creative marketing materials, including web media, print collateral, brochures, banners, signs, and apparel.
º Identified cost-effective vendors and negotiated favorable contracts to optimize resources.
º Ensured accurate and timely processing of invoices and check requests.
º Analyzed market trends to establish competitive pricing for company products.
º Curated and managed social media content across platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, and X.
º Implemented customer inquiry pages on social media, responding to messages within one business day to enhance engagement.
º Trained new hires on procedures, programs, and project workflows to ensure smooth integration.
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FINISH LINE
AUG 2016 - APR 2017
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Manager in Training & Sales Associate
º Trained in handling store procedures such as cash handling, computer functions, and store upkeep.
º Informed customers in a professional manner in terms of sales, conflict, and resolution.
º Stockroom organization skills.
º Managed store inventories.
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ZUMIEZ
MAY 2015 - JULY 2016
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Assistant Manager
º Oversaw responsibilities of managing daily activities, operations, and supervising staff to perform highest standards of a professional work environment.
º Training staff by reviewing productivity, leading the team to achieve daily sales goals.
º Advised customers by providing information, obtaining merchandise requests, and payment transactions.
º Organized overnight store inventories.
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CAFRITZ ART BOOKSTORE
SEPT 2014 - FEB 2016
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Sales Associate
º Providing advice to students and staff about supplies best suited for specific projects.
º Assisted in creating an organized environment for efficient work, along with easy usage for customers.
º Behind the register and cash handling experience.
º Experience in manual store inventories.
WORK
EXPERIENCE
REFERENCES
º CAROL KING
MENTOR / FORMER TEACHER
(410) 746 XXXX
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º BRIAN MORGAN
MORE VANG WIDE FORMAT MANAGER
(571) 334 XXXX
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º OMAR SHIBLAQ
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
MORE VANG
(202) 352 XXXX
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Message for direct contact with references.
TESTIMONIALS
"Always excited to take on new challenges, Stephanie is solution-oriented, people friendly, and creative."
- Kenneth Pham
Head Attorney at The Law Offices of Kenneth
Pham, LLC
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"She has such a fun and bubbly personality, always willing to help, and is passionate about the things she loves."
- Gina Gregorich
Former Co-worker at Muddy Feet Graphics
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"She is self-motivated, definitely hard working, quick to learn new strategies, and implement them in a way that improves team performance."
- Enrique Ramirez
Zumiez #587 Store Manager
ACHIEVEMENTS
º PrintEd+ Certified
º Adobe Certified
º National Technical Honors Society
º SkillsUSA Competitor: Photography
- Local: 2nd Place 2013
- Regional: 1st Place 2013
- State: 4th Place 2013
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- Local: 1st Place 2014
- Regional: 1st Place 2014
- State: 2nd Place 2014
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND GLOBAL CAMPUS
2020 - PRESENT
Major: Graphic Design
Minor: Small Business Entrepeneurship
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BLUE RIDGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2017 - 2018
Major: Graphic Design
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MONTGOMERY COLLEGE
2014 - 2016
Major: Graphic Design
º 2D Design
º Color Theory
º Digital Tools
º Graphic Design I, II, III
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THOMAS EDISON HIGH SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY
2012 - 2014
Program: Printing Technologies & Digital Graphics
º Screen Printing
º T - Shirt Design
º Promotional Design
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NORTHWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
2010 - 2014
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EDUCATION
SKILLS
º Advanced experience in Adobe Creative Cloud programs:
Illustrator
Photoshop
InDesign
Acrobat
º Proficient experience in Microsoft Office programs:
Word
PowerPoint
Publisher
Excel
º Design Expertise: Skilled in creating functional, visually appealing designs that align with project goals and meet specified criteria.
º Multitasking: Able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high levels of quality and efficiency.
º Adaptable and resilient: Effectively handles high-pressure situations, quickly learns new skills, and easily adjusts to changing priorities and challenges.
º Strong Communication Skills: Effectively liaise with clients and colleagues to ensure clarity and collaboration.
º Team Leadership: Capable of efficiently leading and managing a well-rounded team to achieve collective goals and maintain high performance.
º Experience in Miro for Remote Collaboration, Visual Mapping, and Brainstorming.
º Experienced skydiving (RISK TAKER!)
º Proficient in both PC and Mac OS.
º Extensive expertise in sales, in-depth understanding of advertising strategies, and proven experience in managing projects from inception to completion.
º Bilingual Language Skills:
English
Vietnamese
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