Leah Lammers-Janosko
Cary, North Carolina 27513
(919) 481-6987
E-mail: ljanosko@earthlink.net
Professional Summary
A high-energy, peak-performing professional with over 20 years experience in graphic design. Ability to take technical, complex projects from inception to completion, meeting required deadlines. Possess creative design skills, strong interpersonal skills and the proven ability to work effectively with individuals on all levels as a team player.
Computer Experience
| Mac | InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXpress, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office |
| PC | InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXpress, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office |
| Web | Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, XHTML, CSS, HTML |
Employment History
Webmaster/Graphic Designer (2004-present)
RALEIGH-DURHAM AIRPORT AUTHORITY, RDU Airport, North Carolina
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Plan, organize, manage and evaluate the content of the airport's Web sites, working with representatives of all RDU Airport Authority departments and other outside clients
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Design, production and project management of marketing collateral for RDU Airport including brochures, interactive marketing campaigns, specialty items and signage
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Analyze traffic logs and interpret data for user trends, problems and untapped opportunities
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Key team member of the public affairs staff providing assistance with special events and emergencies
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Coordinate with vendors and freelancers through entire production cycle including specs, bids, scheduling and delivery
Graphic Designer (2001-2003)
IBM (contract position through APC Services), Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
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Design, production and project management of marketing collateral, including brochures, flyers, spec sheets, whitepapers and online courseware, adhering to strict corporate standards
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Design and implementation of department Web site
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Preparation of all print, PDF and Web files for production and archiving
Senior Media Designer (2000-2001)
SHARK TECHNOLOGY, Raleigh, North Carolina
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Conceptualize, present, develop, and implement the visual style of online services developed including illustration style, color palettes, typography, screen layout and interface design
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Ability to translate client and target market needs and interests into visual styles that are responsive to those needs (from corporate to avant garde, informative to entertaining)
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Design and implementation of corporate Web site, print collateral and Flash marketing presentation materials for consistent branding and corporate identity
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Design the Graphic User Interface (GUI) for Web-based applications on a per client basis
Senior Production Artist (2000)
READYCOM INC., Chapel Hill, North Carolina
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Senior production artist for wireless Internet technology company
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Design and maintain company and product Web sites
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Design company logo and image, all marketing materials, including product support materials, informational collateral and newsletters
Senior Production Artist (1999 - 2000)
ROCKETT, BURKHEAD & WINSLOW, Raleigh, North Carolina
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Senior production artist for large Raleigh advertising agency with national clients including the Carolina Hurricanes, Sentara Healthcare and Eyecare Associates
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Design conception and production of artwork for Web and print
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Responsible for pre-flight and preparation of files for vendor and Web site usage
Graphic Designer (1997 - 1999)
ISA, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina
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Design and production of four color artwork for magazines, advertisements, presentations, brochures, catalogs and other print collateral and RGB artwork for Web graphics and online ads
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Project lead and creative direction on several multi-piece marketing strategies and large catalogs
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Coordination with area vendors and service bureaus for production and distribution
Production Coordinator/Desktop Publisher (1996 - 1997)
CB COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE GROUP, INC., Tampa, Florida
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Design and production of camera-ready artwork for proposals, fliers, advertisements, presentations, site plans and other print items
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Project lead and designer of monthly newsletter, quarterly market analysis and bi-annual investment newsletter
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Support of forty person sales staff
Typesetter/Electronic Paste-up (1994-1996)
BUSINESS CARDS TOMORROW, Tampa, Florida
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Production of camera-ready artwork for business cards, invitations, brochures, announcements, stationary and other print material
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Knowledge and manipulation of typography
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Tight deadlines with heavy production on multiple platforms
Graphic Arts Manager/Art Director (1990 - 1994)
SOUTHERN WINE AND SPIRITS, INC., Tampa, Florida
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Complete responsibility of the entire in-house print shop consisting of nine employees in typesetting, press, bindery and sign production
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Production of monthly newsletters, wine lists, brochures and multi-media presentations
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Reduced production costs by 25%
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Contact with vendors and service bureaus
Associate Compositor (1986 - 1991)
THE TAMPA TRIBUNE, Tampa, Florida
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Production of camera-ready mechanicals of advertisements and news pages, including reverses, screens and four color
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Ability to meet tight deadlines by using quick problem-solving skills
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Dependable competency
Education
— Bachelor of Arts Degree: Communication Arts, Graduated: 1985
— Ramapo College of New Jersey, Mahwah, New Jersey
— GPA of 3.3 on a scale of 4.0
— Dean's List
Additional Training
— Webmaster Certificate Program (WCP) - North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
— Adobe Creative Suite Conference, Chicago, IL
— Flash Actionscripting - North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
— Flash Macromedia Hands-on Training, RTP, NC
— Dreamweaver, Powerpoint, MS Word- Productivity Point, Morrisville, NC
— Photoshop, Illustrator - Computer Tree Learning Center, Winston-Salem, NC
— Quark Xpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, Excel - New Horizons, Clearwater, FL
REFERENCES AND PORTFOLIO FURNISHED ON REQUEST