JESSICA SCHADEL
EMAIL ME: jschadel@live.com
Visual Communication Technology – Print Media – Graphic Design – Social Media
Education:
Aug 2006 – Aug 2010 / Bowling Green State University / Bowling Green OH
Undergraduate – Bachelor of Science in Technology, 3.5/4.0 GPA
Major: Visual Communication Technology
Concentrations: Print Media, Graphic Design and Interactive Media
Experience:
August 2020 – Present / Fast Signs Detroit / Detroit, MI
Visual Communications Specialist
Responsible for intaking client jobs, creating estimates and work orders. Problem-solving for clients and creating solutions for their marketing needs, also responsible for any design and creative work as needed. Coordinating the production and installation of a variety of interior and exterior signage and promotional projects.
Dec 2017 – Present / Detroit Roller Derby / Detroit, MI
Marketing Director
Active member of the local roller derby team, while also functioning as the league elected Marketing Director. Manage and work with committee members to complete marketing projects for the positive advancement of the league into the public culture of Detroit.
April 2015 – August 2020 / H.O.T Printing & Graphics / Toledo, OH
Digital Print Specialist
Responsible for completing client jobs, utilizing a variety of large-format printers, mediums and techniques. Knowledge includes file prep, software rip, layout, production workflow, color profiles, printer calibration, large format printing, lamination, custom hand finishing, dylux and Epson proofs.
Oct 2015 – Dec 2017 / Ann Arbor Roller Derby / Ann Arbor, MI
Creative Art Director
Active member of the local roller derby team, while also functioned as the league Art Director for 2017. Managed and worked with committee members to complete marketing projects for the positive advancement of the league into the public culture of Ann Arbor.
Oct 2011 – Nov 2015 / Glass City Rollers / Toledo, OH
Public Relations / Marketing Head
Active member on the local roller derby team, while also functioned as the Public Relations representative and the Marketing Head on the Board of Directors. Managed and worked with committee members to complete marketing projects for the positive advancement of the league into the public culture of Toledo.
Nov 2013 – Dec 2014 / Toledo & Signature Harley-Davidson / Toledo, OH
Marketing Director / Event Coordinator
Worked full-time as the Marketing Director and Event Coordinator for the two local Harley-Davidson dealerships. Able to plan and execute a wide gamut of promotional materials, was responsible for all graphic design, social media and web site administration, and coordinated a variety of promotional parties, events and charity fundraisers for local non-profit organizations. Worked closely day-to-day with Sales, Motorclothes, Parts and Service Departments to be sure we delivered a “kick-ass” customer experience at both dealerships.
Aug 2010 – Nov 2013 / Dynamic Dies Inc. / Holland, OH
Graphic Artist
Worked full-time as a graphic artist who drew, prepared and laid out customer art, creating flexographic printing plates for corrugated printing presses. Adept at vectorizing and reverse-engineering raster logos. Worked with multi-color separation work, Xrite/Pantone Color Management Graduate. Also was responsible for preflighting and preparing incoming customer files for artists.
May 2008 – Aug 2010 / The Sign Shack / Findlay, OH
Design Assistant Intern
Completed three formal internships and continued part-time employment. Assist with the designing, printing, preparing, cutting and assembling vinyl signage, including but not limited to, large-format printing, banners, posters, displays, magnets and vehicle decals. Also perform duties including shop clean up, answering phones, assisting customers and making bank deposits.
Aug 2009 – Dec 2009 / Metadash / Bowling Green, OH
Graphic Designer
Student-led Graphic Design Practicum class. Fulfilling actual client projects, within a professional working environment. Projects examples include designing a typeface, poster advertisements, website design, signage, wayfinding, brochures, identity systems etc.