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I have a well-rounded expertise in all facets of design and advertising, plus a proven ability to collaborate effectively with clients. My skilled art direction, superlative organizational skills, knowledge of the printing process and attention to detail have all served to enhance the companies where I have been employed. It would be my privilege to put these skills to work for your business.
EXPERIENCE
TOMS-PRICE HOME FURNISHINGS, Wheaton, IL
Advertising Director
• In-house marketing and advertising for upscale retail furniture stores
• Planning of yearly promotional calendar, budget and media
• In-house graphic design for print, digital media, direct mail, outdoor and retail store signage
• Copy writing for ads, social media and blog posts
• Website administration through company CMS
Instagram @kimsmcquiston
THE NEIMAN MARCUS GROUP & HORCHOW COLLECTION, Dallas, TX
Art Director
• Catalog design to meet company creative strategies
• Extensive location and studio photography art direction
• Implementation of tight budgets, project deadlines, and print specifications
• Hiring, supervising and reviewing of my team
CAPABILITIES
• Mac OSX operating system and Adobe suite
• Eventbrite, Issuu, MailChimp
EDUCATION
Leadership seminars: Development & Delegation;
Negotiating by Design; Team Power; Management by Letting Go
Graphic Design Degree: The Art Institute of Colorado
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree: University of Colorado
