Disney WonderGround Gallery 

Contributing Artist/Designer - April 2018-Present

Create compelling designs that would appeal to a variety of guests while working closely with the merchandise team to discuss concepts and seek approvals. Artwork is sold at Disney’s WonderGround Gallery locations in both Florida and California. 

 

Loungefly - Senior Graphic Artist May 2020 - Present

•  Implement custom illustrations featuring characters and elements for different IP on a  

   variety of merchandise such as: back packs, purses, wallets, pins and more

•  Work closely with executive leadership to deliver artwork which fulfills the buyers      

   requests, and aligns creatively with the brand of our licensing partners

•  Manage projects under tight deadlines and prepare all files for the product development

   team to move forward with production

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Walt Disney World - Global Marketing & Sales - Creative Services 

Celebration, FL - Graphic Designer May 2011 - May 2020

 

•  Deliver both creative and innovative graphic design solutions for a wide variety of

    tactics supporting multiple sales and marketing channels as well as training and      

    recognition initiatives across the Walt Disney Company. Some tactics include:

    environmental design for various wall installations as well as custom designed

    signage for communication, recognition and event decor. Sales tools for resort front

    desk, vacation planning and concierge areas, e-learning and iPad creative

    development, training course design, executive presentations and much more

•  Provide continuous design support for the Disney Reservation Center by 

   implementing constant environmental enhancements within the building to help 

   motivate the cast. Some projects include recognition and event theme graphics, 

   sales team branding and area décor, training and presentation development and 

   graphics for digital communications tools throughout the building such as LCD 

   monitors, computer wallpapers, Axis TV and BrightSign technology

•  Give a unique perspective and inspire forward thinking while brainstorming and 

   collaborating with the creative team and other partners in order to exceed 

   expectations and deliver the highest quality

•  Manage and lead projects with varying scopes while coordinating appropriate 

   resources for additional design support, production and appropriate approvals

•  Participate in candidate Interviews, new hire training and on-boarding processes 

•  Heavily involved with mentoring new cast and supporting intern 

   program participants

 

Rollins College - Graphic Design Certificate Program, Winter Park, FL

Graphic Design Instructor September 2014 - January 2015

 

•  Facilitate the Print Graphics with Photoshop course to students in a classroom 

   setting while engaging them in various design techniques that I have found 

   to be helpful in my own experience.

 

Golden Living - Marketing, Orlando, FL

Senior Graphic Designer October 2010 - May 2011

 

•  Developed designs for various company materials including promotional 

   collateral, video and outdoor, brand and product related ads, brochures, direct 

   mail and company logos

•  Interpreted creative solutions while collaborating with design peers, project 

   managers, copywriters, clients and director of marketing

•  Managed design team to ensure excellent project work flow, brand integrity, and 

   consistent creative and strategic thinking 

•  Collaborated with other team members and clients on design projects; adhering to 

   project schedules and coordinating with other departments and vendors to 

   ensure success

 

HD SUPPLY, Orlando, FL

Lead Designer/Marketing Specialist February 2010 - October 2010

 

•  Implemented all design strategy and design direction within the

   marketing department

•  Created designs for a vast array of projects such as printed promotional   

   materials, company presentations, event theme graphics, product packaging 

   and display signage

•  Provided art direction, navigation strategy and completed designs for new   

   websites to support promotions and initiatives within the company

•  Managed and design product specification and branding materials for Proprietary 

   Bands, an exclusive line of high-quality products offered under the HD SUPPLY 

   name as internal and external brand development for multiple products

•  Facilitated and coordinate with other departments and outside vendors to achieve 

   seamless communication and production of all design and marketing initiatives 

   and materials

 

Czarnowski Think(form) - Exhibit and Strategic Design Services, Orlando, FL

Graphic Designer/Experiential Marketing Specialist January 2007 - July 2009

 

•  Implemented creative design solutions for printed collateral, exhibit, event and 

   environmental theme graphics, internal/external advertising and company 

   presentations and proposals

•  Collaborated with 3D designers to create environmental theme graphics and 

   exhibit space concepts for client presentations and exhibit trade shows

   and events

•  Worked under director of marketing and vp of strategic services to design and 

   implement printed and web based communication tools and collateral for 

   executives and sales team to enforce brand consistency, brand integrity and use 

   of the most current marketing materials

•  Managed production and development of all marketing projects including 

   pre-press, establishing budgets, time-lines and meeting tight deadlines while    

   working on multiple projects

•  Provided creative direction to the design team while also sharing knowledge of 

   current design trends, architectural solutions, technology and innovative 

   communication tools

•  Heavily involved in conducting research for design direction, exhibit and event 

   themes and client proposals which include overall strategy, design, architectural 

   inspiration, target audience, technology and integrated marketing

•  Supported creative team and company executives in designing multi-million dollar 

   project proposals and presentations, both printed and in keynote as well as 

   creating themed environmental graphic solutions, used for trade show exhibits 

   and communication opportunities 

•  Consistently worked with clients and vendors to ensure excellent service, 

   invoice/contract completion and development of an outstanding product 

•  Designed and prepared graphics for interactive web applications and promotions

 

Disney Destinations, Celebration, FL

Creative Support Professional Intern June 2006 - January 2007

 

•  Managed all client marketing tools for 14 sales channels within Destination Sales

•  Collaborated with creative team to provide design quality and brand integrity

•  Developed and designed marketing collateral to maximize ticket sales in 

   central Florida

•  Participated in training facilitations, presentations, and special events

 

Nickelodeon Creative Resources, New York, NY

Creative Assistant Internship January 2006 - May 2006

 

•  Supported the Creative Resources Department in all lines of business such as 

   publishing, multimedia, apparel and interactive

•  Worked with and shadowed teams of art directors, project managers, game 

   designers, packaging designers and illustrators

•  Responsibilities included ensuring consistent character and brand integrity

 

May Sky Advertising, Poughkeepsie, NY 

Art Director 2005 - Summer Contract

 

•  Worked closely with the creative director and clients to fully understand the 

   goals of each project

•  Created newspaper ads and posters for large client base

•  Assisted in photo shoots and photo purchasing

•  Conducted distribution of completed ads to news publications such as

   The New York Times, Daily News and The New York Post

 

Walt Disney World College Program, Orlando, FL  

Front Desk Clerk/Trainer All Star Music Resort 2002

Disney College Program Campus Representative 2002 - 2006

 

•  Welcomed guests and provided guest service, trained new cast members and 

   promoted cast involvement to develop a team environment