Katrina Miller

Cell: 801-747-9409
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I have worked in the field of design for over 16 years. After tackling print design I moved on to the challenge of web design and new technologies, launching successful sites and digital apps for clients. I have worked as a freelance designer, and started a successful agency. I am looking for a corporate opportunity that will enable me to expand my experience, knowledge and skills.

Skills

Professional skills

In addition to an extensive understanding of design concepts I have outstanding written and verbal communication, project planning, and public speaking skills. With a passion for new technology, I actively seek out opportunities to expand my skills in social media strategy, tracking, and community building. I have successfully translated my networking skills into the ability to recruit, lead, and inspire volunteers. I have an outstanding customer service attitude, and am organized and efficient.

Technical sills

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, etc.) as well as older technologies like Quark Express, Pagemaker, Freehand

Extensive experience with all print processes, lithographic, digital printing, flexography and screen printing

Extensive experience on both Mac and Windows platforms, gaining experience with mobile platforms (iOS and Android)

Extensive experience in HTML and CSS, current web standards and search engine optimization strategies, WordPress and Drupal installation and administration. Working knowledge of PHP, ASP, SQL and Javascript.

 

 

Experience

Identigene, llc Web Admin - Salt Lake City, UT - 2009

  • Updated and refined existing websites for several brands
  • Directed the development of a new web strategy to improve customer response
  • Developed and implemented several company social media strategies
  • Produced educational videos for distribution via YouTube
  • Managed SEO and Pay-per-click campaigns for a family of company sites
  • Directed the development of a first of it's kind smart phone app (Patient Pending)
  • Designed new product packaging, including instruction and order forms
  • Designed product advertisements for national ad campaigns

Giant Peach CreativeFreelance Designer - Salt Lake City, UT - 2000

  • Designed award winning direct mail pieces for Wisconsin tourism promotion
  • Ad campaign for Price County Wisconsin which increased tourism by 40%
  • Managed web content updates for clients

City of SpokaneMarketing & Group Coordinator - Spokane, WA - 2008-2009

  • Event coordinator for the 2009 Neighborhoods, USA Conference
  • Managed event budget of $100,000
  • Renegotiated contracts with vendors to reduce cost
  • Directed 16 Conference Planning Committee chairs and more than 80 volunteers
  • Designed all conference materials
  • Fund Raising efforts resulted in $45,000 in sponsorship dollars
  • This 450 attendee conference brought together neighborhood volunteers, activists, elected officials and public servants to share in the goal of building stronger, healthier neighborhoods
  • Collaborated with NUSA board members from across the country and from many different fields

Vivo PublicationsSenior Designer - Spokane, WA - 2007-2008

  • Increased Spokane Opera attendance by 30% with comprehensive print & web campaigns
  • Lead designer responsible for the launch of Prime magazine. Prime was listed as one of the top 100 most influential publications for Seniors in 2007.
  • Created web strategy for ViVo Publications family of sites. These sites were visited by over 3,000 unique visitors per month

Synergy Design StudioDigital Media - Spokane, WA - 2003-2005

  • Surpassed first years revenue in the first two quarters of second year
  • Developed new business model that allowed Synergy to succeed in a depressed economy
  • Awarded contract to provide banner advertising for a national video on-demand company
  • Managed integration of web technologies into client branding strategies
  • Directed the development of custom web applications, including private content management systems
  • Created comprehensive consistent branding solutions across print and digital mediums
  • Constantly worked to improve process for maximum efficiency and an exceptional levels of customer service

Identity by DesignProject Manager - Spokane, WA - 2001-2002

  • Initiated process improvements which reduced project completion time by two weeks
  • Improved agency reputation by implementing a comprehensive project review process for improved quality
  • Managed quarterly retail launches for an 8 branch credit union. Including the production and delivery of printed marketing materials as well as the production and installation of retail signage
  • Research into alternate vendors saved the agency $20,000+ per year

Oxyfresh Worldwide, inc.Web Manager - Spokane, WA - 1996-2000

  • Initiated the creation of Oxyfresh Worldwide's first corporate web presence
  • Worked in concert with senior management, marketing, and key customers to determine web content and features
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create a website that supported and expanded upon current print media
  • Hired and oversaw programming team for the creation of e-commerce and database driven applications
  • Designed the user experience for an international e-commerce solution
  • Designed print ads for placement in national trade publications—many ads broke publication records for number of responses
  • Updated product line packaging
  • Reduced event cost by working with Event Management to develop creative display solutions
  • Increased event attendance with targeted promotional and direct mail pieces
Education

Spokane Falls Community College - Spokane, Washington

A.A.S Graphic Design
emphasis in web design

Associations

Ad2 Program Chair - 1999-2000

Ad2 Vice President - 2000-2001

Leads Club Assistant Director 2003-2004

Secretary Inland Northwest chapter of NAWBO - 2005
(National Association of Women Business Owners)

References
Available on request