Freelance Ad Designers : Paarl, Western Cape

6 Kudos

4.0 2 Skills

$39 Rate/Hr

Karen has plenty of in-depth knowledge across a broad range of industries and software. It's this that sets her apart from so many other creative artworkers. With over twenty years of online and offline experience, taking a rough idea and creating reliable print ready files or web assets is what she does best. That means you can count on her to tackle any kind of graphic design commission, or reliably book cover for any of your in-house freelance needs. Karen offers professional design services to assist individuals, start-up companies and those already established in businesses to develop their brand image. From logo design, creating websites and sales materials to advertising products or services to management reports and presentation materials to win orders and increase sales - a service to suit the most exacting requirements.

5 Kudos

4.5 2 Skills

$60 Rate/Hr

EDUCATION - MFA in Creative Writing, Boston University - MFA in Fiction Writing, University of Arkansas - BFA in Theatre Studies (Playwriting Concentration), Magna *** Laude, Boston University PUBLISHED BOOKS - High Before Homeroom, Simon & Schuster (novel) - Redefining Diva, with Sheryl Lee Ralph, Simon & Schuster (ghostwriting) - The Waymor, with Will Smith I and Tony Smith, A Nu Direction Publishing (ghostwriting) TEACHING - Pepperdine University, California - Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, LA - Philadelphia University, Pennsylvania - Temple University, Pennsylvania - Lincoln University, Pennsylvania - Boston University, Massachusetts - University of Arkansas, Arkansas - Berkeley College, Manhattan/New Jersey - Gotham Writers Workshop, Manhattan PUBLISHED STORIES AND ESSAYS - Boulevard Magazine - Passages North Literary - Quarterly West - This Land Press - Driftwood Literary Journal - Brown Bunny Magazine (Italy) - Vagabond (Bulgaria) SCREENPLAY -High Before Homeroom, Feature Film Adaptation AWARDS AND HONORS - Boston University’s Inaugural Saul Bellow Prize - St. Boltoph Foundation Emerging Artists Grant - Walton Foundation Creative Writing Fellowship - Lilly Peter Fiction Prize - Kostova Foundation Fellowship - Robin Hardy Fiction Prize - Boston University Scholar Fellowship - Vermont Studio Center Residency - Byrdcliffe Artist Colony Residency - Wesleyan Writers Conference Scholarship

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4.5 2 Skills

$65 Rate/Hr

Experienced degreed electrical engineer with 25 yrs of diverse work in many fields of product development. Hardware, and software design, PCB layouts, troubleshooting, cost reductions, and engineering documentation are all executed quickly and accurately. Contact me for more details.

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4.0 2 Skills

$25 Rate/Hr

I provide copyediting, proofreading, and substantive editing services for a number of clients. The work I edit ranges from marketing materials and websites to scientific journals and academic papers. I have a Master's degree in English, with over 5 years teaching writing at the college level. My written work has appeared in newspapers, entertainment guides, parenting magazines, poetry journals, and scholarly journals. I am well-versed in environmental sciences, having taken graduate courses in conservation biology, wetland ecology, and ornithology. I have over two years experience as a Biological Technician for a graduate student, and I have held volunteer positions as an environmental educator with Audubon, two different state agencies, and several nonprofits.

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I am a mature student studying in my final year of a BA(Hons)Fashion Design course. I previously studied fashion at a BTEC level, completing it in 1993 with a Distinction grade. I have an enormous passion for illustration, particularly fashion illustration, combined with enthusiasm and life skills that push my commitment to succeed in all I do. I can forward examples of my work upon request.

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Mitzi Yurkiewicz Objective: Inspired and independent Designer seeking a position with a reputable company. I am looking forward to putting my Interior Design skills, sales and customer service abilities to work with an excellent team. Education: Bachelor of Science 2011 Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online Division Major: Interior Design Employment: Interior Design Assistant 2009 - 2010 H Ryan Studio Phoenix, Arizona • Draw specific designs appointed by Heather Ryan on AutoCAD • Help create space plans for interior residential and commercial spaces • Create perspective drawings and detailed drawings in AutoCAD Sales Associate/ Hospitality Associate 1997 - 2007 Grayhawk Golf Club Scottsdale, Arizona • Food and Beverage duties that include: opening procedures, assist in daily operations, collect payment, closing procedures, help maintain and ensure customer satisfaction. • Design displays for new merchandise • Help maintain organization of shop and displays • Received highest sales associate honors Software: AutoCAD/ Revit/ Adobe Photoshop/ 3Ds Max/ Adobe Illustrator/ Microsoft Office Fine Arts: Drafting Skills (hand & computer aided) Presentation Boards Finish & Material Selections/ ADA Design & Guidelines Lighting Design/ Perspective Rendering Activities/Volunteer Work: Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix-Member of Tomorrow’s Leaders. Participant in Valley of the Sun 1/2 Marathon benefiting local charities ‘03/’04 Participant in Relay for Life benefiting the American Cancer Society ’05. Participant in Santa Barbara ½ Marathon ‘08 Participant in Las Vegas Rock & Roll ½ Marathon ‘09 References upon Request

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JACKIE WORTH OBJECTIVE: Maintain a career as a Music Arranger/Engraver SUMMARY Company loyal professional with over 25 years’ experience completing quality work well ahead of schedule. Independent problem solver with a keen eye for detail. Proven track record in customer satisfaction. Successful in managing shifting project priorities. Telecommuter capable of maintaining a productive home office. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE ALFRED MUSIC PUBLISHING, Miami, FL 2005-2012 Staff Arranger Chief music arranger responsible for creating popular piano/vocal music Transcribed music using notation software Adapted complex orchestrations for piano arrangements Selected to work on music by top recording artists such as Lady Gaga, Carrie Underwood, Green Day, Evanescence, Lady Antebellum, Rihanna, Bruce Springsteen, Katy Perry, Madonna, and Britney Spears Partnered with composers to produce piano music from scores WARNER BROS. PUBLICATIONS, Miami, FL Staff Arranger 1989-2005 Responsibilities same as above Editorial Assistant 1987-1989 Personal assistant to both Music Editor and Vice President, Creative Patrolled songbook production from inception to completion Reported errors and approved solutions to maximize quality and consistency Assigned projects to freelancers and edited manuscripts Received hands-on training to further develop skills as piano arranger FREELANCE EMPLOYMENT Music Producer 1999-Present Produce music for clients using Pro Tools Compose and produce underscore for movies, ads, and teaching videos Music Arranger 1987-1989 Arranged and engraved piano music for local artists and churches Transcribed and arranged music for Warner Bros. Publications _______________________________________________________________________ RELATED EXPERIENCE CHRIST THE ROCK COMMUNITY CHURCH, Cooper City, FL 2003-2005 Sound Engineer Engineered and mixed live sound for worship services and special events EDUCATION BS, Home Economics, Montclair University, Upper Montclair, NJ

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4.0 2 Skills

$13 Rate/Hr

gbonnaya Durunna is well Detail-oriented, self-motivated and well trained in Insurance and Actuarial science with vast experience in the Insurance industry. He also has good knowledge in Life Insurance underwriting, Actuarial analysis, Risk Management, Life Reinsurance Administration, Claims Administration, Business Development, Product Evaluation and Customer service relationship. Ogbonnaya Durunna is well grounded in Excellent financial analysis, organizational skills coupled with balance knowledge in preparing reports and financial statements, and briefing notes; solid knowledge in accounting principles, benefits and life insurance. • Persistent and adaptable to challenging work situation involving significant time commitment • Strong ability to manage conflicts, foster collaborations and partnerships utilizing effective interpersonal and communication skills; • Proficient in MS Office such Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Front Page, Access and Project, and knowledgeable in operation of photo copier, scanner and fax machine Ogbonnaya Durunna is a goal getter and well committed hard working individual with proven record of productivity

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Robert A. Mackey _______________________________________________________________________________________ Fluent bilingual strategic sales and marketing professional with proven ability to develop, implement, and exceed planned sales goals and marketing objectives. Employment/Accomplishments History Quantas MaCarem Trading –Proprietary Trader - Self (2010- Current) Chicago, IL · Strategically trading S and P mini Futures contracts according to trading plan, incorporating technical and fundamental analysis utilizing technical patter set ups, technical price divergence, Fibonacci retracements and extensions, 3-10 oscillator patterns with 10 day window on hourly and daily charts, b and c wave oscillators to determine overall trend with concurrent monitoring of Vix, /CL, Euro/Usd Futures, /DXY, and market internals such as $Trin, $Tick to determine market trend , entry and exit points, generating daily, weekly, and monthly alpha goals. Country Financial –Bilingual Financial Service Representative (2008-2010) Chicago, IL · Strategically targeting Hispanic business to business sales of 401k, 403b, commercial insurance, along with key focus in retirement planning, succession planning, and property and casualty insurance in order to build a well-diversified book of business. · Executing with success current business plan objectives in areas of marketing, key relationship development, cold calling, prospecting, education seminars, and exceeding personal and company objectives. W.W. Grainger – Bilingual Commercial Account Manager (2005-2008) Chicago, IL · Implemented 2005 specific growth strategy within assigned predominately Hispanic territory to align personal sales based upon industry segmentation and focus solely on Grainger’s solutions with customers. Resulted in turnaround of negative -24% YTD trending, to positive year end finish of 104% to goal, or $1,535,000. · Continually acted as interpreter between product providers (Miller fall protection, and Bradley, other) and customers to effectively render fall protection training and on site value added compliance audits. Additionally, translated customer relevant material from English to Spanish in order to effectuate easy communications regarding Grainger related context. · Collaborated with internal and external partners to identify new business opportunities in key Hispanic accounts such as EL Milagro, Azteca, V and V Suprema Foods, whereby managed an average sales pipeline of $550,000, resulting in 2006 finish of 108% of goal, or $1,667,000. · Identified and developed relationships with Grainger Corporate Account Executives and implemented corporate strategies with key decision makers in accounts such as Cintas, Clorox and Vulcan Materials, resulted in double digit corporate account growth of average 17%, 2005 to 2008. · Developed, fine-tuned, and implemented with direct leadership new territory strategies outlining key factors to ensure consistent success and continued sales growth; resulted in ranking in top 2% in performance to goal within district for two consecutive years (05-06) and ranked within top 18% company wide; while maintained an “over goal” % average for entire career. AAA Chicago – Bilingual Sales and Service Agent (2002-2005) Arlington Hts, IL · Achieved overall company top 25% ranking for Automobile, Life Insurance, and Membership sales for 3 consecutive years, there by continuously ranked in top 5% for entire territory for each year with company with a predominate 50% Hispanic speaking customer base. · Fielded and interpreted incoming calls from non-English speaking customers and the claims department, underwriting, and general customer service issues and resolved with the highest customer satisfaction. · Targeted business to business sales of Auto Club group insurance, life insurance and group memberships, thereby achieving the coveted Heavy Metal Award Winner for selling the most new AAA memberships along with 40+ vehicles sold in the entire company for any given month time period. · Spearheaded creation and development within AAA Motor club of a Latino/Spanish speaking agent program where by strategic bilingual marketing materials, ad campaigns, and ethnic specific leads could be passed, strategically marketed, and generated. Realized a 6.7% increase of monthly production from Spanish market concentration. Amica Insurance - Bilingual Underwriting Representative (2000-2002) Lisle, IL · Developed homeowner’s, auto, and umbrella insurance quotations for potential clients received through online leads, call-ins, and home shows conventions along with other underwriting responsibilities. · Fielded and Interpreted incoming calls from non-English speaking customers and new business development, the claims department, underwriting, and general customer service issues while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction through effective communication, relentless follow-up, and customer education of general insurance concepts. WMA Securities - Bilingual Senior Associate (1997-2000) Oakbrook, IL · Acquired English and Spanish sales leads at this 100% commission career through cold calling, customer referrals, and developing customer relationships resulting in over 500,000 in monies under management in two years. · Developed strong eclectic knowledge of financial industry including; life insurance, variable annuities, mutual funds, qualified plans, and mortgages; certified Franklin Covey First Things First facilitator. · Provided comprehensive and personal analysis of financial information for individual clients in areas of debt consolidation, professionally managed assets, retirement planning, and estate planning. Groupo Constenla - International Internship (1996-1997) San Jose, Costa Rica · Lived, studied and worked abroad for equivalent of one entire trimester through Augustana College, demonstrated ability to adapt to, understand, embrace, and thrive in a completely different cultural environment and language. · Attained in depth understanding of International Import/ Export process through internship at Groupo Constenla, focusing on channels of distribution, product acquisition, development of brand identity, and establishment and shift of consumer paradigm from fresh, time concentric cooking, towards quick, nourishing microwaveable consumables. · Developed strong understanding of Latin culture, customs, work ethics, and perfected fluent comprehension of written and spoken Spanish language. Education Augustana College – (1997) Rock Island, IL Bachelor of Arts in International Business; Bachelor of Arts in Spanish Licensed- Life/Health/Property and Casualty/LTC Series 6 and 63, Illinois Department of Insurance NASD

10 Kudos

5.0 2 Skills

$60 Rate/Hr

B I L L N E U M I L L E R Thirty years in advertising. No two days the same. I love that. I’m constantly learning new things about the marketplace, economy, people, technology in the industry and myself. I’ve had the privilege of working with some great people producing some very exciting work for my clients. E X P E R T I S E PRINT • PROMOTION • COLLATERAL • RETAIL. • OUTDOOR • DIGITAL DESIGN • MOTION GRAPHICS E X P E R I E N C E FREELANCE ART DIRECTOR–March 2012 to present SENIOR ART DIRECTOR–SELECT COMFORT, INC. PLYMOUTH, MN–July 2006 to March 2012 I had the opportunity in part to lead an internal creative group which supported and touched all aspects of the Sleep Number brand through integration and support across all selling channels. Very strong in design/art direction for print, web, motion graphics and photography art direction. FREELANCE ART DIRECTOR–February 2006 to July 2006 Worked for various agencies as an art director/designer. Stepped in as marketing director for Red Canyon Company helping to coordinate and implement various marketing efforts. SENIOR ART DIRECTOR/DESIGNER–JOHN RYAN, MINNETONKA, MN–March 2004 to February 2006 Designed in-branch communications for Charter One Banks, working closely with Arnold Worldwide integrating the brand identity into DCN (direct cable network), P.O.P. and collateral print. Other clients include Bank of America, US Bank and National Bank of Canada. SENIOR ART DIRECTOR/ACD–BBDO, MINNEAPOLIS, MN–October 1996 to February 2004 I’ve worked on multiple brands under Hormel Foods, TCF Banks, Old Country Buffet and Jennie-O Turkey Store creating promotions, collateral, design, web design, TV and print advertising. SENIOR ART DIRECTOR–MUELLER MACK, INC, MINNEAPOLIS, MN–November 1994 to October 1996 Created print advertising, collateral, P.O.P., outdoor and promotions for various Land ‘O Lakes products, Green Giant, Pillsbury, Marigold Foods, Wilson Leather and Target. SENIOR ART DIRECTOR–M&H ADVERTISING, MINNEAPOLIS, MN–September 1982 to November 1994 Did it all–advertising, design, promotion, collateral and for a time, managed production buying. Directed extensive outside freelance talent. Major accounts were Bordon Pasta Group, Midas International, Marigold Foods, Jerome Foods, Chippewa Spring Water, Farmstead Foods, Heinz Pet Products, Carlson Marketing, Burger King, SuperAmerica, Schweigert Meats, Metropolitan Clinic of Counseling, Anchor Hocking, Buddy’s Kitchen, Cole’s Garlic Bread, Minnesota Opera and March of Dimes. ART DIRECTOR–J.W. FARMER & ASSOCIATES, RAPID CITY, SD–August 1981 to September 1982 Fresh out of school. A very exciting time with a young aggressive agency that was a big player for South Dakota. Created print and collateral for Western Surety Company, Rushmore Mutual Life and Baldwin Filters. Also created syndicated direct marketing materials for the Association of Independent Schools and Colleges. The agency relocated to Minneapolis in ‘82 under the name Response Direct Marketing which later changed to M&H Advertising. E D U C A T I O N B.S. 1981–BLACK HILLS STATE UNIVERSITY, SPEARFISH, SD Mass Communications Major (photography emphasis), Commercial Art Minor O H , A N D I H A V E A L I F E , T O O My family is my biggest priority and home improvement projects are constant. One of my passions is restoring and showing 60’s muscle cars as well as auto racing and motocross. I’m a motorcycle/boat/ snowmobile enthusiast. Fitness, fishing /camping and model building round out my interests. 11409 Ridgemount Avenue West, Minnetonka, Minnesota 55305 CELL 612-875-3825 HOME 952-541-9617 FAX 952-541-0035 EMAIL billneumiller@yahoo.com www.linkedin.com/in/billneumiller