Amanda Tricomi: Graphic Designer in venice, CA

Brand director for the Scotiabank Baycrest Pro-Am, Surf City Marathon, and Surf City 10K & 10-Miler events—designing and ensuring all collateral and event materials adhere to brand standards. Design of web and print materials, apparel, billboards, POP, signage, environmental and experiential graphics, and premium items for 12+ events/brands in the US, Canada and Australia. File preparation and preflighting, working within dielines, and designing in English/French. Organization of design assets for all brands/events, management of simultaneous projects and tight deadlines, and collaboration with Social Media and Marketing teams to ensure projects goals are achieved.

-Freelance illustration and graphic design -Projects have included design of event collateral, invitations, books, packaging and illustrations -Clients include Harvard University, small businesses, and individual projects -www.yellowkitchenstudio.com

Sole designer at ambitious education technology startup. Web design of main product: brainrush.com, print design for promotional materials (notecards, tshirts, advertising, social media graphics), PPT and Keynote presentation design, copywriting, large amount of illustration for company materials and organization of assets in design library. Designed brand identity and implemented styles across all media.

-Graphic design support at independent studio—including identity and logo design, event collateral, web and packaging design, annual reports and infographic design, and other client projects

-Design and management of all event collateral and advertising related to programs and exhibitions, specifically print ads, web content and promotional and gallery materials -Copywriting and management of advertising campaigns, email newsletters, social media and press releases for programs and events -Coordinator for all venue rentals including weddings, fundraisers, and private parties. Responsible for event management, contract-writing, meetings with clients and vendors, and management of all event details. Instituted client rental procedures and streamlined online rental process to increase rental revenue and client satisfaction

-Designed and produced PowerPoint presentations, illustrations and other production work for client campaigns