William Alexander: Creative Program Manager in Reno, NV
Work experience
Represent.com
Creative Program Specialist | 01/2021 - 07/2023
• Monitored daily operations and enhanced processes to maximize efficiency.
• Developed file storage and transfer protocols of project assets between 7 artists, 5 operation managers and over 20 external vendors.
• Standardized process timelines to prioritize tasks for team members to have a focused tasks to complete.
• Develop automated processes in Monday.com boards to track project progress.
• Managed potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to ensure project effectiveness.
• Coordinated with Director of Operations and Finance to optimize product offering decision making.
• Assist in the creative direction adelegation on high-risk projects (Friends Cast Collection, Back to the Future, Fast and Furious, Jurassic Park, Bo Burnham, CoryxKenshion and Arnold Schwarzenegger).
• Collaborate with licensees and artists to produce new design products within legal parameters provided (Universal, Warner Brothers, & Marvel/Disney).
Graphic Design
• Coordinate the freelance design network of over twenty artists – Created, sent, and managed creative briefs, conversations, art files, and design assessments.
• Conceptualize and create designs for sales presentation pitches.
Represent.com
Creative Program Specialist/Graphic Designer | 01/2021 - 07/2023
Creative Program Specialist
* Assist in the creative direction and delegation on high-risk projects (Friends Cast Collection, Back to the Future, Fast and Furious, Jurassic Park, Bo Burnham, CoryxKenshion and Arnold Schwarzenegger).
* Monitored daily operations and enhanced processes to maximize efficiency of over 175 store launches per year.
* Developed file storage and transfer protocols of project assets between 7 artists, 5 operation managers and over 20 external vendors.
* Created standardized working timelines effectively schedule projects across departments.
* Develop automated processes in Monday.com boards to track project progress.
* Managed potential risks and developed mitigation strategies to ensure project effectiveness.
* Coordinated with Director of Operations and Finance to optimize product offering decision making.
* Collaborate with licensees and artists to produce new design products within legal parameters provided (Universal, Warner Brothers, & Marvel/Disney).
Graphic Designer
* Coordinate the freelance design network of over twenty artists - Created, sent, and managed creative briefs, conversations, art files, and design assessments.
* Conceptualize and create designs for sales presentation pitches.
CustomInk
Digital Artist | 01/2014 - 12/2020
• Prepared art for Direct-to-Garment, Screen printing, laser engraving, embroidery, and sublimation using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Coached and mentored artists to become top performers and leaders within their roles.
• Contributed to a design pilot project resulting in $3.1 million in first-year revenue
Custom Ink
Digital Artist | 01/2014 - 12/2020
* Prepared art for Direct-to-Garment, Screen printing, laser engraving, embroidery, and sublimation using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
* Coached and mentored artists to become top performers and leaders within their roles.
* Contributed to a design pilot project resulting in $3.1 million in first-year revenue
SETA HeadStart
Substitute Teacher (Long-Term) | 01/2011 - 12/2013
- Assist with setup and maintenance of classroom, including organization of space of material storage.
- Observe and collect data
- Assist in organization and supervision of off-site trips
- Work in a team setting with all staff to determine individual needs of the children
- Maintain accurate child attendance record
- Greet parents and children in a pleasant manner to ensure smooth transition in the classroom
- Adjusting quickly to new teaching styles in different classrooms
- Assisting head teacher in daily developmental activities for children
- Maintain time, control, and record of events throughout the day