QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Highly creative and multi-talented Graphic Designer with extensive experience in web design, print design and marketing. Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills; dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities. Highly skilled in client and vendor relations and negotiations; talented at building and maintaining strong partnerships. Passionate and inventive creator of innovative products; accustomed to performing in deadline-driven environments with an emphasis on working within budget requirements. Creative experience in the following:

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Randy Speckman Design, LLC., Vista, California, 2005 - present –– Free-lance Designer
I have over 12 years of experience designing web sites and printed materials for companies of all sizes. A creative approach, innovative design, personal attention and customer satisfaction are critical aspects of my work. Clients include Adams & Adams, anaDia T., Aqua Lung, Aqua Sphere Swim, Aztec Container, Baker Electric Solar, Be A Diver Pool, Flag Mart, Inner Solutions For Success, KANSAS Cheer/Dance Mascots, Kevin Dougherty Realtor, Luca Lynn Swimwear, NuShoe, Inc., O'Cali Baby, SD TransTour, Save Cardiff-By-The-Sea, SOL Engineering, The Victorian Mansion, Tmax Gear, Western Eagle Foundation and Westphalia Vineyards

Aqua Lung, Vista, California, 1997 - 2005 –– Art Director
Successfully translated concepts into concrete design for catalogs, packaging, advertisements, promotional materials and sales collateral. Created design theme and graphics for marketing and sales presentations, trade shows and web sites. Worked closely with the company President to create vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet deadlines and requirements. Effective in building, motivating and directing production teams. Adaptable to diverse situations and projects while maintaining focus. Key Achievements:

• Consistently recognized for fresh and innovative ideas and solutions.
• Coordinated monthly meetings with the executive staff to develop corporate branding guide and company web site.
• SCUBA certified with more than 100 dives logged in.

Ashworth, Inc., Carlsbad, California, 1993 - 1997 –– Graphics Coordinator
Coordinated information from all departments for the production of printed materials. Worked directly for John Ashworth and his design team serving as the company’s traffic cop. Managed strict media deadlines for several trade publications. Worked weekly with printers and photographers to ensure consistent, quality output of all printed materials. Company representative at PGA Tour events. Key Achievements:

• Developed illustrations for P.O.P. brochure.
• Re-designed product order forms which improved efficiency and provided more detailed information for monitoring sales.
• Learned from the best how to play golf with a passion and have a handicap of 16.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Palomar College, 1989-1991
Associates of Arts degree in Commercial Art and Advertising

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY