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www.com-ala.com [email protected] 703.725.8818 9706 Meeker Street, Roxborough, CO 80125
Kamala VanderkolkEmployer/Client
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Silver Leaf Mortgage 2020 2019 X X X X X X X X X X X X Television
CO House Candidate 2018 2018 X X X X X X X X X X X X Public speaking
Bates White Present 2010 X X X X X X X X X X X X X Captivate
Job’s Daughters Int’l 2017 2003 X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Proposal writing
ClearChoice Mgmt Svcs 2013 2013 X X X X X X X X X X X X Eloqua
USITC 2010 2008 X X X X X X X X X X X X Contribute
CGH Technologies 2008 2007 X X X X X X X
Northrop Grumman 2007 2006 X X X X 3D Studio Max
IDSI 2006 2003 X X X X X X X X X
Other 2003 2000 X X X X X X X QuarkXPress
Personal projects/Freelance jobs X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X Video editing
Proficient: Strong: Expert: Used software/skill regularly: X
What I Can Do For You
Leave all of your design, marketing strategy, collateral, graphic, website, layout, writing, proofreading, and social media needs to me!
I have more than 15 years of professional experience as a graphic designer in both print and web. I have designed and created countless branding and collateral pieces, built and maintained numerous websites and laid out scores of print pieces ranging from brochures to custom books, and been involved at every step of the print production process. I have been a team leader as well as a team player, and am comfortable in both roles. I am used to a fast-paced environment, and expect to jump from project to project. I’m comfortable working with clients to determine what their needs are, and meet—and often exceed—expectations.
I have an exceptional attention to detail, which includes but is not limited to spelling, grammar, and formatting, often finding mistakes that go unnoticed by others. Such attention is critical for any marketing or communication, and has been very useful in every position I’ve held.
SkIllS
Technical skills: Graphic design (15+ years), Desktop publishing (15+ years), QA and editing (15+ years), HTML (8 years), CSS (3 years), CMS (4 years), WordPress (6 years), Proposal writing (1 year).
Software (all current versions): Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Premiere, Dreamweaver, AfterEffects, Fireworks, LiveCycle Designer, Flash); Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project); 3D Studio Max, InterLeaf Quicksilver, QuarkXPress, Eloqua, Axure.
EDuCatIon
B.A. in Communications, School of Media Arts & Design (Interactive Digital Media), 2002JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY, Harrisonburg, Virginia
Kamala Vanderkolk www.com-ala.comGraphic Designer, Etc. Page 2 of 4 [email protected]
Design Responsibilities • Analyzed recent sales data and popular trends, and
selected items that have a high potential of sales. • Developed branding and annual themes for items sold,
and expanded our sales reach significantly. • Designed logos/colors harmonious with products
available. • Created promotional materials to spread the word
within the school and community for available products.
Sales Responsibilities • Hired an all-volunteer sales staff to manage
concurrent multiple sales locations. • Exceeded expected sales goals year over year, raising
additional funds for the school. • Prepared for all sales, ensuring sufficient inventory,
proper facilities, petty cash, credit card machines, etc. • Expanded sales significantly by embracing modern
payment methods.
Candidate, House District 39COLORADO STATE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Douglas County & Teller County, COJanuary 2018 to November 2018
Used the following software/skills: branding, public speaking, social media, WordPress, Premiere, writing (correspondence, press releases, technical, fundraising, and explaining complex issues in a digestible manner), InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop.
Graphics and Microsoft Office SpecialistBATES WHITE ECONOMIC CONSULTING, Washington, DCFebruary 2010 to June 2011 (full-time employee), June 2011 to 2018 (1099)
Use the following software/skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, LiveCycle Designer, Dreamweaver, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, HTML, CMS (Point & Clique), Captivate.
Candidate Responsibilities • Met with individuals, groups and organizations across
Douglas County, Teller County, and at the state level to determine the most pressing needs and the most viable solutions.
• Spoke publicly, researched topics thoroughly, and answered requests for surveys and interviews.
Branding/Promotional Responsibilities • Developed my own branding, signage, marketing
techniques, mailers, etc, which resulted in significant gains in a heavily gerrymandered district. (50% increase over 2014 election)
• Promoted my issues via social media, mailers, in-person meetings, and in public signage.
Chairman, Logo SalesROXBOROUGH ELEMENTARY PARENT TEACHER INVOLVEMENT COMMITTEE, Roxborough, COMay 2014 to Present
Use the following software/skills: Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Excel.
ExpErIEnCE
Director Responsibilities • Determined new messaging for company television advertising,
social media, and newspaper media • Hired talent to accomplish necessary tasks on a tight deadline. • Considered media buys based on demographic research. • Coordinated with vendors for product/services quotes & proofs.
Branding/Advertising Responsibilities • Created a new suite of marketing collateral including a website,
pamphlets, direct mailers, television commercial scripts, business cards, etc., to clearly explain our complicated products.
• Wrote original content for website, social media, advertorials. • Developed necessary website upgrades and updates as needed.
Director of MarketingSILVER LEAF MORTGAGE, Centennial, COFebruary 2019 to January 2020
Used the following software/skills: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, WordPress, writing (for television commercials and scripts, advertorial content, social media blog content), Google: Docs, Sheets, Slides. Silver Leaf Mortgage NMLS #1394377 is an Equal Housing Lender. Credit and collateral are subject
to approval. Terms and conditions apply. This is not a commitment to lend. Programs, rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Regulated by the Colorado Division of Real Estate.
Located in The Streets at SouthGlenn6972 S. Vine St, Ste 366, Centennial, CO 80122
Call Kathy TODAYfor a FREE IN-HOME ASSESSMENT
KATHY MUNINMLS #1368981
720-458-4034Senior Vice President, Reverse Mortgage [email protected]
Exclusive Opportunity for Seniors’ Home Improvementsby Kathy Muni In general, people don’t like getting older. They lie about their age or prefer photos of themselves when they were younger. But getting older certainly has its perks! There are all sorts of discounts available only to seniors. One of the best opportunities only available to seniors ages 62 and older is a reverse mortgage. This government program allows you to access the equity that has accrued in your home over the years, tax-free, without making a monthly mortgage payment.* Even better than a standard reverse mortgage is what Silver Leaf Mortgage, Colorado’s #1 Reverse Mortgage Broker, has been offering to its hundreds of cli-ents over the past four years: the Senior Home Repair Program. The Senior Home Repair Program has been life changing for many seniors. Silver Leaf Mortgage, through an exclusive partnership with the Forever Home Foun-dation, offers seniors a variety of programs
including no-interest and no-payment loans and grants up to $15,000 for needed home repairs or renovations.** No other lender—local or national—will help you with home repairs, which can make the difference between qualifying for a reverse mortgage and not. The Reverse Mortgage Program is safe, with over 1 million Americans embracing the benefits since the program began in the 1980s. Call today to see if you qualify for up to $15,000 for your home repairs! Listen to Muni for Your Money: The Reverse Mortgage Show on Legends 810AM at 9am on Saturdays or 10:30am on Sundays.* You are still responsible for homeowners insurance and property taxes.** This is not a guarantee that you will receive a loan or grant. All loan and grant program decisions are made by the Foundation. Certain conditions apply. Silver Leaf Mortgage, Inc. and the Forever Home Foundation, and its programs, are independent orga-nizations. Silver Leaf Mortgage Inc. does not guaran-tee that all clients will qualify, nor does it require that clients do a reverse mortgage loan. If interested, call and apply to see if you qualify.
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Kamala Vanderkolk www.com-ala.comGraphic Designer, Etc. Page 3 of 4 [email protected]
Creative DirectorJOB’S DAUGHTERS INTERNATIONAL
Used the following software/skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, wireframing, Dreamweaver, Word, Excel, proposal writing, Flash, CMS (WordPress), HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Acrobat, PowerPoint.Creative Director, Long Range Planning, Board of TrusteesMarch 2011 to August 2017
• Taken JDI’s new branding and implemented it across print, web, social media, promotional handouts, business cards, etc. to reach a new generation of girls.
• Spearheaded a branding/promotional fundraiser, wrote a proposal detailing cost analysis and planned execution, designed the necessary artwork, and researched appropriate technologies to maximize profits, and promoted via social media.
• Developed an ebook of the ritual in English and Portuguese, distributed via Amazon and Nook.
Webmaster, Virginia Website (www.jdiva.org)July 2003 to September 2012
• Responsible for all code, content, images, design and maintenance of website, and social media (accessed 1,000+ times per month).
• Official Website Photographer of all statewide events, including meetings and special occasions.
• Current website uses WordPress and social media. • Provided training to additional website contributors
on how to use CMS, best practices, etc. • Previous version of the website used custom/hand-
coded HTML, CSS, Flash, JavaScript, and PHP.
Graphic Artist, Desktop PublisherUNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION (USITC), Washington, DCApril 2008 to February 2010
Used the following software/skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, LiveCycle Designer, Dreamweaver, Contribute, SmartDraw 2009, Word, WordPerfect, Excel, PowerPoint, HTML, CMS (Teamsite).
Desktop Publishing • Composed Commission publications for distribution via print or
electronic distribution to Congress, the President, USTR, etc. • Responsible for visual design requests for posters, publications,
special covers, invitations, event programs, business cards. • Worked with the Commission’s in-house print shop and outside
printing companies to ensure a quality product, including proof reviews and press inspections.
Graphic and Website Design • Developed dynamic fillable templates for all
departments’ needs. • Took customers’ abstract ideas and presented
them in a visual manner for use in presentations. • Created/located appropriate imagery for
written materials. • Assisted in redesign, maintenance of USITC website, intranet.
Senior Graphic DesignerCLEARCHOICE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, Greenwood Village, ColoradoMay 2013 to August 2013 (Contract)
Used the following software/skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, CMS (Drupal), Eloqua, Axure, Word, Excel.Print Advertising
• Created ads for newspapers, magazines, billboards using dynamic data.
• Developed new efficient process for ad creation for multiple vendors.
Website/CRM • Created graphics for television commercials,
website, company blog, social media outlets, CRM (email) campaigns, display ads.
Marketing Responsibilities • Worked with a design firm to rebrand, and created new
templates for dozens of corporate templates in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, InDesign, Acrobat.
• In-house subject matter expert when upgrading the corporate website to a CMS-run website.
• Responsible for visual design requests for posters, publications, handouts, event programs, and invitations.
Client-side Responsibilities • Created custom graphics and charts for various
economic reports for legal cases, publications, promotions, and Congressional requests.
• Created or located appropriate stock imagery to correlate with written materials.
• Provided tech support, tutorials, and training classes for employees to use in-house Microsoft templates.
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Graphic Artist, Ad Traffic CoordinatorAMERICA ONLINE (AOL), Dulles, VirginiaJuly 2002 to August 2003
Multimedia SpecialistMINE ACTION INFORMATION CENTER (MAIC), Harrisonburg, VirginiaSeptember 2000 to July 2002
Graphic Artist InternNAVY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Headquarters, Vienna, VirginiaMay 2000 to January 2002
Course-Based Training & Print Manuals • Graphics Director for all necessary animations and graphic
content. • Created supporting multimedia pieces for use in training
exercises. • Created graphics for aesthetic look and feel and to keep
branding. • Desktop Publishing Lead for all accompanying manuals, including
graphic themes, color schemes, and layout templates. • Edited copy for print including streamlining course flow.
Miscellaneous • Developed numerous marketing pieces for IDSI corporate
branding, including posters, exhibits, corporate capabilities, pamphlets, and handouts.
• Created countless custom graphics for RFPs, DoD Bake-offs, and other proposals.
• Technical Editor for conversion of CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological/Nuclear, and High-Yield Explosives) Web-based training to paper-based and 508-compliant training manual.
• Performed Quality Assurance for all projects.
Senior Graphic ArtistINTELLIGENT DECISION SYSTEMS, INC. (IDSI), Centreville, VirginiaSeptember 2003 to January 2006
Used the following software/skills: Flash, Photoshop, Illustrator, ActionScript, PowerPoint, Publisher, Acrobat, Word, Excel.
U.S. Army Ordnance Corps Training • Graphics Director for 47 seat-hours of course based training
(CBT). • Used 3D environments to make realistic and engaging interfaces
and interactivities.
Ft. Sill Field Artillery School • Worked closely with ISDs, client feedback to develop
instructionally-sound graphics for interactive courseware used to train military students.
Project Lead, Multimedia SpecialistNORTHROP GRUMMAN CORPORATION, Fairfax, VirginiaMarch 2006 to July 2007
Used the following software/skills: Flash, 3D Studio Max, Photoshop, ActionScript, Project.
Graphic Artist, Marketing CoordinatorCGH TECHNOLOGIES, Washington, DCJuly 2007 to February 2008 (Contract)
Used the following software/skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint, HTML, CMS (Mambo, Sharepoint).
Graphic Artist • Designed graphics and layouts for handouts, marketing materials,
proposals, press releases, and invitations.
Marketing Coordinator • Developed and executed company’s successful conference
booth set-up, layout, handouts, and “exhibit booth lure” to attract customers and make contacts.
