hello. my name is jen.

I'm an experienced, driven, and talented marketer capable of handling everything from concept to completion. I wear many different hats, but at the heart of it all, I am a freelance graphic designer looking to provide individuals and small businesses in the Philadelphia area with obtainable marketing success.

Everyone should have access to great design and marketing.

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About

I used to do the traditional office grind, however, after a decade of dedicating myself to one marketing firm, I made the tough decision to step down from my prestigious position to allow for more creative freedom and flexibility.

The bulk of my career was spent in the hospitality field, handling countless items from pay-per-click campaigns to restaurant menus. The skills I've gained in the vast world of hospitality translate to all marketing projects and beyond.

Rather than limiting myself to one element of marketing and directing you elsewhere for another component of your campaign – I do it all.

Skills

  • Brand Development

  • Collateral Print and Production

  • Copy Writing

  • Digital Campaigns/Google Ads

  • Email Design and Campaigns

  • Graphic Design
    (Adobe Creative Cloud - Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Acrobat)

  • Logo and Brand Design

  • Market Research

  • Marketing Strategy

  • Media Planning

  • Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Exchange, Teams)

  • Leadership/ Office Management

  • Public Speaking

  • Photo Retouching

  • Promotional Products

  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

  • Social Media Strategy and Campaigns

  • Web Design

… just to name a few.

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Services & Pricing

My services include, but are not limited to, tasks related to the skills noted above. What’s more, I love challenging myself to tackle new skills-sets. So, if I haven’t mentioned what you are looking for yet, go ahead and throw it at me. I’ll let you know what I can do or if I appreciate the tip to explore something new.

I wish setting a price was simple, but so many varying factors go into every project. However, I will say this: My goal is to make great design accessible to everyone. Particularly anyone that assumed professional work was over-budget, hired their cousin’s nephew to design their coupons, and settled with the results, despite not having disclaimers or a high-resolution logo.

Please contact me regarding pricing for your unique needs. Don’t be shy. Quotations are free.

Born and raised in Philadelphia, I first dipped my toe in graphic design at Central High School and continued my studies at Temple University’s School of Communications and Theater, where I received my B.A. in Advertising -Art Direction. After a decade of working my way to the top, I’m currently a part-time freelancer working on both print and digital projects from my home.

 

Experience

Freelance Marketer + Graphic Designer
Self-Employed
June 2019 to present

Digital Project Manager
WW Hospitality Marketing
June 2019 to present

Creative Director + Operations Manager
WW Hospitality Marketing
March 2014 to June 2019

Senior Account Manager + Graphic Designer
WW Hospitality Marketing
June 2013 - March 2014

Account Manager + Graphic Designer
WW Hospitality Marketing
January 2011 - June 2013

Senior Graphic Designer
GF Management
April 2010 - January 2011

Junior Graphic Designer
GF Management
March 2009 to April 2010

Bankruptcy Document Clerk
Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP
May 2007 - March 2009

Art Director (Intern)
Diamond Edge Communications,
Temple University's Student-run Advertising Agency
January 2006 - April 2006

Mail Clerk
Montgomery, McCracken, Walker & Rhoads, LLP
November 2004 - May 2007

 

Education

COLLEGE

Temple University
B.A. Advertising
School of Communications and Theater
Fall 2003 to 2007
Magna Cumme Laude

HIGH SCHOOL

Central High School of Philadelphia
1999 - 2003 (262)

References

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Testimonials

I have known Jen for a really long time and keep her phone number on speed dial. I suggest you do the same. You will not be disappointed. I promise her work is always refrigerator worthy.
— Mom

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