D. R. | Paladin Chicago Candidate
Art Director/Graphic Designer
Available For:
Direct Hire, Contracting, Consulting, Freelance
Ideal Position:
An ideal opportunity for me would to work with a team that is open-minded. The company must respect the creative process so we can achieve the highest quality design solutions.
Ideal Environment:
Over the years working in every environment from agency to corporate my greatest successes have been working with people of the mindset of being open-minded to new ideas, trends, technology.
Past Experience:
Versatile art director with 10+ years of experience varying from small design firms, to Fortune 1000 companies. Expert skills in CS4. Clientele range from association management to automotive, non-profits, fund- raising, publishing, travel and tourism, retail.
Currently:
A recent contract testimony from my manager:
"Our design team is stronger thanks to Darlene's efforts. She made such a significant impact while working with us on a contract basis speaks to her skills as an art director and designer"
CB, Director
Jan. 25, 2010
Additional:
About Me: Fueled by sunshine, music, scenery, travel, color, shape, deadlines, honesty, challenge, competition, humility, rhythm, complication, simplicity, breaking rules, a blank page and last but not least, some really good coffee.