hank Chacon: Creative Media Manager in Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

•  In collaboration with design team, create projects from concept to completion which include: Product launches for digital and print campaigns, collateral, packaging design, trade show design, merchandising, point of purchase, advertising, special event graphics, video and motion graphics •  Lead creative aspects for B to B commercial and government division regionally and globally, and work on various creative projects for the consumer (retail) division • Art direct and manage in-house design team, external freelancers, 3-D artist, photographers, videographers and external agencies to meet project deadlines and budget • Art direct and collaborate with UI/UX designers •  Establish brand guidelines and develop internal procedures to improve efficiency • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure communication on projects are on schedule •  Responsible for copy writing on most government and commercial product launches

•  Managed production, manipulation, and updates of web banners, packaging, trade show graphics, and catalogs • Proof materials for accuracy and prepared files for final output • Made revisions and corrections on existing designs • Collaborated with design team in brain storm sessions

•  Producer of photo shoots which consisted of: location scouting, propping, styling, set design, permit and insurance security, talent research and booking •  Digital camera, studio lighting and grip equipment knowledge for product photography, executive portraits and off-site life style photo shoots •  Created and maintained photography production process to ensure that projects are completed on schedule • Responsible for Image retouching, and image file organization •  Focused on creative concepts, both images and headlines to support product Unique Selling Proposition. Also organized written text in cogent hierarchy, prioritizing USP and other product features • Story board ideas for photo shoots or video campaigns • Provided support for presentation, trade show and other marketing needs •  Managed production, manipulation, and updates of web banners, packaging, trade show graphics, and catalogs