GRAPHIC DESIGN PORTFOLIO

ABOUT

My name is Joshua Jenkins, and I currently serve as the On-Site Senior Graphic Designer for Brandmuscle, specifically working with their client, Republic National Distribution Center.

Throughout my career, I have thrived in highly demanding and fast-paced environments. In my current role, I am responsible for managing a heavy workload, successfully handling six to twelve new design projects per day. I am adept at efficiently multitasking numerous design-related change requests, administrative tasks, and direct client communication.

Having dedicated the past five years to the alcohol industry, I have acquired extensive knowledge and expertise in this field. However, I am now seeking fresh challenges and opportunities to broaden my horizons and expand my skill set in other industries or companies.

With a strong passion for graphic design and a proven track record of delivering high-quality work under pressure, I am confident in my ability to contribute to your organization’s success. I am eager to bring my creativity, attention to detail, and strategic thinking to a new environment where I can make a significant impact.

Feel free to contact me via email at jmjenkins(at)gmail(dot).com to discuss how my skills can align with your needs in more detail.

RESUME

OnSite Senior Graphic Designer Specialist at BrandMuscle
August 2018 – Present  | Louisville, KY
➔ Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to client directions.
➔ Handle individual design queues with a focus on meeting 48-hour turnaround time.
➔ Design 5 to 10 standard jobs per day, consistently maintaining high quality and timely delivery.
➔ Work independently and remotely from a home office.
➔ Collect local print requests, input accurate information into Brand Muscle’s
proprietary software.
➔ Train and mentor new designers within the company.
➔ Troubleshoot customer issues through phone, email, and in-person support.
➔ Provide outstanding customer service by anticipating needs and offering solutions.
➔ Uphold brand guidelines for distributor and supplier clients.
➔ Manage order entry and billing rules following company guidelines.
➔ Receive and inspect inventory, and distribute finished materials.
➔ Acted as a temporary Regional Manager for 3 months and continue to serve as backup when needed.
➔ Successfully transitioned to a hybrid schedule, working in the office three days a week and remotely two days a week.

Freelance Graphic Designer
May 2008 – August 2018 | Louisville, KY / Philadelphia, PA / Poughkeepsie, NY
➔ Developed print materials and digital media for diverse clients, including small businesses
➔ startups, and non-profit organizations.
➔ Executed brand identity, ad design, logo design, web graphics, website building, event posters, business cards, banners, and informational pamphlets.
➔ Provided social media services and marketing consulting.
➔ Offered professional photography services.
➔ Demonstrated strong time management, secretarial skills, salesmanship, and client relationship management.

Graphic Artist / Marketing Assistant at Quality First Branding Agency
February 2018 – August 2018 | Louisville, KY
➔ Created content and managed online stores and social media accounts.
➔ Reorganized the company’s graphic library.
➔ Designed and prepared files for screen-printing and vinyl-cutting.
➔ Managed in-house vinyl cut printers.

Social Media Designer at Shark Jockey Digital
August 2017 – October 2017 | Louisville, KY
➔ Designed social media graphics and developed style guides for clients’ branding.
➔ Assisted with creative concepts and occasional content writing.
➔ Conducted minor video and photo touch-up editing.
➔ Organized and maintained the department’s filing and naming system.
➔ Participated in creative meetings.

Artebella Coordinator & Editor (PT) at Louisville Visual Art
June 2015 – September 2017 | Louisville, KY
➔ Formatted and scheduled blog pages, regular postings, and email sends.
➔ Assisted with artist outreach and scheduling.
➔ Rebranded the “Artebella” blog and collaborated in weekly team meetings.

Graphic Designer (PT) at Job News
October 2015 – April 2017 | Louisville, KY
➔ Created ad designs for the company’s help-wanted print publication and website.
➔ Collaborated with the sales team on design projects.
➔ Ensured correct pre-flight of publication files with outsourced printers.
➔ Thrived in a fast-paced environment.

Graphic Designer & Production Artist at J&L Marketing, Inc.
March 2011 – May 2013 | Louisville, KY
➔ Developed marketing campaigns for clients in the automotive industry.
➔ Produced print and electronic advertising materials, including micro-sites.
➔ Managed the company’s Master Graphics Library and reorganized the filing & naming system.
➔ Cross-trained in multiple departments, serving as the Adobe Suite IT Specialist for
non-design departments.
➔ Created internal social media content and corporate presentations.
➔ Promoted from Production Artist to Graphic Designer.

Web & Graphic Design Intern (PT) at Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.
June 2008 – August 2010 | Poughkeepsie, NY
➔ Maintained and redesigned the corporation’s website.
➔ Designed graphics for print production.
➔ Coordinated promotional projects and marketing materials.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media with a minor in Studio Art at Marist College
2006 – 2010  | Poughkeepsie, NY

SPECIALTIES

➔ Adobe Creative Products (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
➔ Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
➔ Social Media (Instagram, Facebook)
➔ WordPress, Squarespace, Mailchimp
➔ Fine Art (Painting)
➔ Video Editing (Final Cut Pro)
➔ Woocommerce, HTML/CSS/Javascript (basic knowledge)
➔ Photography (Digital)
➔ Google Analytics

SKILLS

➔ Organization
➔ Time Management
➔ Multi-Tasking
➔ Proficiently Fast Working
➔ Problem-Solving
➔ Management Experience (Some)
➔ Creative Thinking

TESTIMONIALS