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PROFILE:
Innovative Graphic Designer specializing in Identity packages, campaign development, website design, and production for print or web with experience in an agency.
Passionate about communication through design, with a great sense of humor, and up‐beat attitude. |
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619‐742‐3971
Portfolio: www.briancarreras.com
E-mail: bc@briancarreras.com
771 Jamacha Rd#194, ElCajon, CA 92019 |
SKILLS:
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Dreamweaver
Flash
Concept Development
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Branding / Identity
HTML / CSS / JavaScript
Web Development
Photography
Quark
Microsoft Office Suite
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :
Creative Director: May 2001 – Present - Cars For You –Auto Sales & Detail Center ‐ San Diego, CA
- Created identity design including logotype, stationary, website, store signage, and numerous print campaigns.
- Cultivated and perfected an internet sales department increasing sales by 50%.
- Authored creative marketing campaigns establishing a franchise feel through print and web.
- Acquired 100% positive customer feedback rating, with used vehicles shipped as far as Italy, China, and UAE.
- Conducted routine business development tasks including:
- Promoting the company through numerous weekly professional networking organizations.
- Recruiting and managing staff, negotiating salaries, and conducting performance reviews.
- Negotiating advertising contracts.
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Art Director: January 1998 – May 2001 - The Net Building Company, Inc. ‐ San Diego, CA
- Managed a team of designers synchronizing efforts with development department, delivering a reputation as a leader in the industry.
- Interviewed, maintained contact with, and presented to clients all artwork.
- Supervised a design team creating corporate identities and support material including, complete stationary packages, magazine ads, brochures, business cards, vehicle wraps, and various promotional pieces.
- Negotiated with printing companies for the best possible price and highest standard of service.
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Graphic Designer: July 1996 – January 1998 - Multilingual Translations, Inc. ‐ San Diego, CA
- Provided layout of translated source content for technical manuals.
- Interacted with clients such as Hewlett Packard, Gateway, Sprint, and AOL to ensure the highest degree of accuracy.
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EDUCATION :
| The Art Institute of California: October 1999 - Associate of Arts in Digital Art ‐ San Diego, CA |
| New York Institute of Photography: June 1999 - Certificate of Completion ‐ Online Course |
| www.briancarreras.com |
(619) 742-3971 |
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