Jon Schiller

· Design and build ads, in-house fill content, maps, activity pages, templates for formatted coupons for SEE magazines (6 publications per year) using advanced Photoshop and Illustrator techniques
· Conduct in-depth quality control proofing of magazines before printing, worked closely with the Art Director & Publisher
· Design e-mail blasts, flyers, posters, postcards, promotional materials/giveaways, distribution bin graphics
· Project Managed launch of three websites (worked with web team, programmers, etc.), created graphics and content for launch; Continued post-launch responsibilities include graphics creation and management, SEO improvements, troubleshooting, creation of e-books; Currently overseeing website re-designs
· Spearheaded development of Image Management solution to archive current image collection and provide web access for sales force and production team; Worked with programmers on implementation and functional testing
· Oversee process of converting printed content to web content; Coordinate with web team for all web, blog, and social media posts (Facebook, Twitter & Pinterest)
· Participate in HR decisions (interviewing, hiring, employee reviews, etc.)
· Helped streamline production flow which lead to development of Process and Procedures manual; Overseeing implementation and training; DropBox for Business Admin
· Implemented system of QR codes on book covers, ads, and coupons to increase traffic to websites

· Successfully met deadline-driven production for print and coordinated website advertising.
· Utilized advanced Photoshop and Illustrator techniques for ads, maps and advanced color correction of photos.
· Created formatted ads using InDesign and InCopy to increase productivity.
SEE Magazines, a subsidiary of Miles Media Group (at the same location):
· Designed 10’ Star Trek themed tradeshow booth for Florida Attractions Association, won Best in Show award 2008.
· Managed the mobile initiative from inception to completion (found/allocated resources, worked with vendors).
· Project Manager for online photo distribution website which allowed client to distribute photos, e-cards, and e-books.
· Conducted in-depth quality control proofing of magazines before printing, worked closely with the Art Director.

· Designed e-mail blasts, flyers, bannerstands, posters, postcards, slideshows, and desktop wallpapers.
· Developed and implemented an online photo distribution and ordering system for customers while creating an internal photo archive; was involved in every aspect from brainstorming to launch.
· Played a major role in company’s conversion from film to digital capture, including research, product selections, employee and photographer training.

· Provided customer relations, scheduling, advanced Photoshop color correction and manipulation, scanning, flight checking digital files, printing and training employee.
· Operated and maintained three Roland FJ-500 8-color printers for printing on canvas and a variety of fine arts papers.
· Used an Epson Expression 1640xl scanner and a Phase One digital scanback for a 4x5 camera to capture the artwork.

· Managed creative, deadline-driven graphic design department
· Designed promotional materials, indoor and outdoor signage, banners, vehicle wraps, vehicle magnets, museum exhibits, business cards, trade show booths; photo restoration and retouching.
· Flight checked supplied files for printers and production, color management and correction.
· Operated and maintained a 52” Arizona printer, used for printing vehicle graphics, banners, and signs.

· Utilized Howtek 8000 drum scanner and Roland Hi-Fi Jet 52” 6-color printer to produce canvas, watercolor, matte paper, and vinyl printing for art reproduction and original designs for brochures, CD covers, business cards, banner stands, large format 48”x96” prints, and PowerPoint presentations.

Designed logos, brochures, booklets, Christmas cards, posters, vehicle wraps, etc.; Illustrator for wall murals & t-shirt designs; Photoshop tutor, color management consultant, giclée instructor; digital compositor for tattoo artist; photo restoration; on-site flat bed scanner for documentary film Children of All Ages
Clients include: Steven Katzman, Tent Makers Entertainment, Digital Technology Centre, Paul Reubens (a.k.a. Pee-Wee Herman), Ortec Racing

University of South Florida (USF), Tampa, FL – Web Design & Development Certification; Completed Oct. 2009
Program included: Effective Web Design; HTML, JavaScript, Flash & Dreamweaver; Photoshop: Web Production

Ringling College of Art and Design, Sarasota, FL – B.F.A. in Illustration, May 1999, Focus on Digital Imaging

Computer Skills: Advanced proficiency with Mac/PC platforms for Photoshop CS5, Image Ready CS2, Illustrator CS5, InDesign CS5, InCopy, Painter 5.0, Acrobat X, Microsoft Office, DropBox for Business Admin.

Illustration Skills: Traditional methods including pen and ink, crayon, graphite, acrylic paint, and marker rendering.

Avid movie buff & pop culture enthusiast. Traveled though most of the U.S., parts of Canada & Europe; National Association of Photoshop Professionals (NAPP) member since 2000, attended Photoshop World Conventions 2001-2006.