Heather Challenger
HC Design
Eagleville, PA, USAGraphic artist specializing in print design. Experience in small business environment, as well as corporate and agency. My abilities, skill and passion apply in all aspects of print design, from concept to layout to the final press check.
I am an independent thinker and I thrive on working together with clients to solve marketing, branding and design challenges. I maintain a strong work ethic, high quality standards and project ownership from inception to completion.
I bring award-winning design, over 15 years of design experience, passion, talent and lots of personality.
And, yes, I CAN make the logo bigger.
I am an independent thinker and I thrive on working together with clients to solve marketing, branding and design challenges. I maintain a strong work ethic, high quality standards and project ownership from inception to completion.
I bring award-winning design, over 15 years of design experience, passion, talent and lots of personality.
And, yes, I CAN make the logo bigger.
Work Experience
Hc Design
Art Director
Develop high-level design solutions applied to, but not limited to ads, brochures, direct mail, banners (web, pole, stand), trade show displays, outdoor signage advertising, corporate identity pieces, co-branding and logo design
Maintain strong client relationships, ensure high-quality deliverables and meet tight deadlines
Manage, maintain and establish multiple vendor relationships across various platforms
Maintain strong client relationships, ensure high-quality deliverables and meet tight deadlines
Manage, maintain and establish multiple vendor relationships across various platforms
June 2010
- Present
Eagleville, Pennsylvania, United States
Mercy Health System
Senior Graphic Designer
Uphold, promote and further develop brand standards with high-level design solutions applied to, but not limited to ads, brochures, direct mail, banners (web, pole, stand), trade show displays, outdoor signage advertising, corporate identity pieces, co-branding and logo design
Maintain strong client relationships, ensure high-quality deliverables, meet tight deadlines and maximize limited budgets
Manage, maintain and establish multiple vendor relationships across various platforms
Mentor of Junior Designers
Strong knowledge and experience of file prep, print production and associated finishing operations; effective photo retouching and color correction
—Concept, design development and implementation of 2010 advertising campaign
—Neographics 2009 Franklin Award of Excellence BreastCheck10 Direct Mail Campaign
Maintain strong client relationships, ensure high-quality deliverables, meet tight deadlines and maximize limited budgets
Manage, maintain and establish multiple vendor relationships across various platforms
Mentor of Junior Designers
Strong knowledge and experience of file prep, print production and associated finishing operations; effective photo retouching and color correction
—Concept, design development and implementation of 2010 advertising campaign
—Neographics 2009 Franklin Award of Excellence BreastCheck10 Direct Mail Campaign
September 2008
- December 2012
Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, United States
McBee Associates
Senior Graphic Designer
Create high-level design solutions—accurate, inline with business needs and promoting the evolution of the brand.
Responsible for concept and design of strategic marketing materials including but not limited to: ads, direct mail, brochures, trade show booths and templates.
Ensure that all files are sent out printer-ready, attend all press checks for assigned projects and give final approval to vendors on printed pieces for color, content and quality of production.
—Conceptualize and produce new corporate branding identity.
—Implement improved standards of marketing collateral.
Responsible for concept and design of strategic marketing materials including but not limited to: ads, direct mail, brochures, trade show booths and templates.
Ensure that all files are sent out printer-ready, attend all press checks for assigned projects and give final approval to vendors on printed pieces for color, content and quality of production.
—Conceptualize and produce new corporate branding identity.
—Implement improved standards of marketing collateral.
March 2007
- August 2008
Wayne, Pennsylvania, United States
Richmond American Homes
Graphic Designer
Create, update and maintain all consumer advertising, internal communications, special events and promotions for multiple RAH divisions and MDC national marketing pieces.
Manage the production process for all creative materials, including, but not limited to direct mail pieces, brochures, billboards, magazines and newspapers. Coordinated with multiple advertising vendors to insure accuracy and timely delivery of creative material.
Uphold branding requirements and standards relating to product and lifestyle photography, color usage, and budget requirements. Made creative recommendations regarding paper choices, production methods and photo purchases.
—Design in-house agency templates for flyers, billboards and newspaper/magazine advertising consistent with 2005 National Marketing campaign.
—Design and produce the 2004 Fortune 100 submission.
Manage the production process for all creative materials, including, but not limited to direct mail pieces, brochures, billboards, magazines and newspapers. Coordinated with multiple advertising vendors to insure accuracy and timely delivery of creative material.
Uphold branding requirements and standards relating to product and lifestyle photography, color usage, and budget requirements. Made creative recommendations regarding paper choices, production methods and photo purchases.
—Design in-house agency templates for flyers, billboards and newspaper/magazine advertising consistent with 2005 National Marketing campaign.
—Design and produce the 2004 Fortune 100 submission.
January 2002
- April 2005
Denver, Colorado, United States
Education
Kutztown University Of Pennsylvania
BFA - Communication Design
Kutztown, Pennsylvania, United States
Awards
Neographics 2009 Franklin Award Of Excellence
BreastCheck10 Direct Mail Campaign
2009
Skills
Adobe Acrobat Pro,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Indesign,
Adobe Photoshop,
Microsoft Office,