Brimanson, Craig - Resume ƒpdf
Brimanson, Craig - Resume ƒpdf
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  1. Dear Hiring Manager,As a highly-experienced Graphic Designer and Design Manager, I possess significant expertise in project management, concept development, and visual communications.With my wide-ranging creative design and advertising skills, superior capacity to adapt to project-specific needs, and proven ability to continually grow my knowledge of industry best practices, I am confident that I will exceed your expectations from my first day on the job.My resume is enclosed for your review; highlights include: •At Wellstar Health System, I have art directed outside photographers, printers and design contractors to implement strong creative and marketing materials. And successfully launched and maintained our Digital Asset manager and implemented tools to help streamline print and asset requests..•During my time with ExpressJet Airlines, I have raised job applicants, site hits, and brand awareness as well as developed the design team and new brand standards. As such, I am well-prepared to immediately take on a leadership role within your organization.•Over the course of my career, I have received multiple awards, including from the Healthcare Advertising Awards, Telly Awards, American Design Awards, United Way Image Awards, and the EDMC Design Awards. Through this, I have proven my expertise that I can bring to you and your team.It would be a pleasure to learn more about your needs and I would welcome the chance to provide further insight into my talents, attributes, and track record of success. Thank you for considering my candidacy for this position. I hope to hear from you soon to schedule an interview. Sincerely,Craig BrimansonCraig Brimanson770.990.6757cbrimanson@gmail.comcbrimanson.com
  2. Goal-oriented & adaptable professional with a rich history in external/internal visual communications, advertising, & marketingStreamline daily operations through directly overseeing internal/external visual communications, marketing, branding, PPC/social media advertising production, website development, and video production. Support corporate communications by creating key branding strategies as well as heading internal training, external marketing, and employee communications production in alignment with department goals. Identified critical marketing objectives, developing brand awareness, through closely collaborating with the communications department.A reliable leader with the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively to motivate individual/team development, drive organizational excellence and provide hands-on mentoring. Excellent interpersonal communication skills with proficiencies in effectively conveying complex concepts and forming long-lasting relationships with executives, peers, and clients. Highly organized with a strong attention to detail and the capability to head large-scale and high-pressure situations while remaining level-headed.DESIGN MANAGER & GRAPHIC DESIGNERCraig Brimanson770.990.6757cbrimanson@gmail.comcbrimanson.comSeptember 2019 - PresentDesign ManagerWellstar Health System•Bolstered social media channel followers to 19K+ by heading key online marketing initiatives and creating engaging posts/videos.•Successfully built brand awareness over four years from an internal communication focus to external marketing for pilot recruiting through consistent marketing, advertising, and video production as well as growing the team from one designer and one videographer to two designers, a videographer, and a web developer.•Directly aided in the launch of the company rebrand by creating and integrating new brand standards.EducationAAS, GRAPHIC DESIGNArt Institute of CharlotteCharlotte, NCBS, ADVERTISINGArt Institute of AtlantaAtlanta, GA•Second Place - Telly Awards (2019) ExpressJet brand video “Raising the Bar” •First Place - American Design Awards (2009) Brochure Design - Gable’s Apartments•Second Place - United Way Image Awards (2005) Annual Report•First Place- EDMC Design Award (2004) Brochure DesignAwardsPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEWorked in tandem with the Creative Director to help develop brand recognition and launch our new brand standards during the company rebrand. Manage the internal and external print communications, including advertising, marketing collateral and internal print communications through collaborating with our vendors and external vendors. December 2010 - September 2019ExpressJet Airlines Inc. •Successfully launched and maintained our Digital Asset manager and implemented tools to help streamline print and asset requests. •Manage the print production and advertising while working with our content team as we pivoted our campaigns from brand awareness to COVID-19 PSA communications. •Worked directly with our print vendors to maintain our brand standards through team member requests. •Lead in developing our promotion and uniform guidelines while working in conjunction with the Creative Director and Strategy Team. •Art directed outside photographers, printers and design contractors to implement strong creative and marketing materials.Design Manager 2016 - 2019Assistant Manager 2010 - 2016•Supported the internal employee communications and pilot recruiting through digital and print marketing materials.•Directly aided in the launch of the company rebrand by creating and integrating new brand standards.
  3. Enabled multiple local/national restaurants and hospitality companies, including Village Tavern, St. Regis Hotel, The Melting Pot, and more, to further marketing reach and effectiveness through developing innovative marketing collateral. Ensured that clients were up-to-date on advertising/marketing plans by working in conjunction with account managers to identify key strategies. Drove organizational efficiency through providing hands-on training and guidance for graphic design interns.DESIGN MANAGER & GRAPHIC DESIGNERCraig Brimanson770.990.6757cbrimanson@gmail.comcbrimanson.comApril 2007 - December 2010Sr. DesignerThe Reynolds Group Inc. (acquired by Phase 3 Media)•Published various photos within multiple notable magazines, including Food & Wine, Atlanta Magazine, Creative Loafing, and Jezebel.•Supported the marketing for new restaurants and hotels by heading advertising, photography, and social media campaigns.•Lead the art direction and design for a national branded campaign and marketing materials for new Gables Apartments properties, including brochures, print, and outdoor advertising.Areas of EmphasisProject ManagementConcept DevelopmentCreative DirectionComplex Problem-SolvingMarketing & AdvertisingSocial Media ManagementTeaching/MentoringTime ManagementAdobe Creative Suite
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