Graphic Designer - Print and Digital
Resume:
SHANA MUELLER
Designer, Graphic and Experiential
Phone 248-***-**** Email ***********@*****.***
Portfolio shoshanacom.myportfolio.com/
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Detail-oriented and results-driven Graphics Layout Lead with years of experience in digital file manipulation, pre-press production, and large- format print graphics. Adept at training and mentoring teams to uphold best-in-class standards for flawless production artwork and proofing. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, digital imaging, and color correction, with a keen eye for accuracy, organization, and intuitive storytelling in visual proofs. A proactive problem-solver with a collaborative mindset, excelling in high-pressure environments while ensuring seamless coordination across departments to deliver top-quality graphics for events and exhibits.
EXPERIENCE
Senior Graphic Design Consultant
Commerce Township, MI June 2021 – Present
• Designed and executed branding solutions for iMBranded, transforming MINI (tiny car) of BMW car dealerships with storytelling signage. (Contract 4.2024 – 12.2024)
• Developed owner manuals, handbooks, and quick-start guides for Stellantis Automotive under Tweddle Group.
• Designed, developed, and rebranded B2B and B2C responsive social media banners for Wesco (logistic provider).
• Created digital assets and collaborated using Figma for MatchRX (Pharmacy Marketplace).
• Designed digital playbooks and presentation decks for Ford Motor Company at Latcha
& Associates.
• Curated and designed email blasts utilizing Constant Contact for Cherry Lake Press. Senior Graphic Designer
SME, Southfield, MI July 2015 – November 2020
Lead designer for premier industry trade shows while simultaneously meeting deadline deliverables for other events; responsible for executing 100+ job requests for subsets within SME and bottom-line contributions to three-quarters of a million dollars in profits. Driven to build 380 digital banners monthly for social media and increasing click rate.
• Lead Designer for industry-leading Rapid+TCT 3D Manufacturing Trade Show, crafting event materials, landing pages, 3D UV-printed brochures, and digital banners.
• Developed 380+ digital banners per month, increasing social media engagement and conversion rates.
• Designed corporate communications, including holiday banners, brochures, and executive presentations and Industry White Paper.
• Branded and designed Smart Manufacturing Magazine covers and feature stories in collaboration with editorial teams.
• Led the SME Gala Events branding, working with executives to craft themed presentations and signage.
CONTACT
Phone
***********@*****.***
Portfolio
shoshanacom.myportfolio.com/
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
Adobe Creative Suite
Interactive Pdfs
After Effects, Bridge & Acrobat
PowerPoint Decks
Quark
Constant Contact
AI, Figma, Canva, Sketchup
TEAMS & SharePoint
SKILLS
Start to finish design needs
Print, digital, email & social
Coordinate - Vendors & Staff
Logo Design, Art Services
Deadline Driven & Prioritize
Print Ready Art
Corporate Identity, Websites
Illustrations & Infographics
Visual Composition & Hierarchy
Brand Guidelines & Style Guides
Revisions and Improvements
Creativity and Art Direction
Client Review& Critique
TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT
11.2020
Completed 20+ professional
courses on Lynda.com and
KelbyOne.com in:
• Brand Strategy &
Digital Marketing
• Adobe Creative Suite
(Illustrator, Photoshop,
InDesign, After Effects)
• Logo Design Trends &
Typography
• PowerPoint & Presentation
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Central Michigan University,
Mt. Pleasant, MI
Major: Graphic Design
Minor: Communication Design,
Photography and
Art History
Phone 248-***-**** Email ***********@*****.*** Portfolio shoshanacom.myportfolio.com/
Multi-Media Designer
AIMIA (now One10 Marketing), Troy, MI October 2014 – June 2015
• Designed a Buick iPad app for dealership sales teams, enhancing customer engagement and driving sales.
• Created large-scale pull-up banners and interactive playbooks for General Motors awareness programs.
• Developed marketing campaign materials for GM’s national trade shows and corporate events.
Graphic Designer
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Detroit, MI March 2013 – October 2014
• Created brochures, booklets, logos, and corporate communication materials aligned with brand guidelines.
• Provided corporate photography services, capturing executive head shots and event documentation.
Freelance Graphic Design Consultant
Commerce Township, MI June 2011 – March 2013
• Designed logos, brochures, digital media assets, and collateral for various clients.
• Developed branding strategies and custom design solutions for small businesses and corporate projects.
Senior Digital & Print Designer
Cengage Learning, Farmington Hills, MI September 1999 – October 2011 Managed design and branding efforts for a leading provider of innovative teaching, learning and research solutions for the academic, professional and library markets; $300M in annual revenues.
• Brand Lead for Gale Literature Collection, increasing online engagement and sales through strategic design.
• Designed award-winning print campaigns, including Grzimek’s Animal Life launch
(Gold Winner, Hermes Creative Award, 2010).
• Spearheaded the Gale World Scholar campaign, generating $300K+ in six weeks
(Platinum Winner, Hermes Creative Award, 2009).
• Created interactive marketing pieces for ClassTrac, including a 3D pop-up brochure
(MarCom Creative Gold Award, 2006).
• Designed a 50th Anniversary awareness campaign, earning an In-House Design Award (Graphic Design USA, 2005).
PROJECT MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP
• Managed 200+ design projects annually, prioritizing high-impact revenue-generating initiatives.
• Led hiring and workflow coordination for freelance and remote designers.
• Streamlined sell sheet and catalog production, reducing time-to-market by two weeks.
• Partnered with marketing strategists, copywriters, and executives to deliver direct-response campaigns, increasing customer engagement and conversions.
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