Full name
Derek Lichtenauer
Title
Senior Graphic Designer
Location
Kansas City, MO
Biography
Hello! My name is Derek and I'm an experienced graphic designer with over 15 years experience in various segments of the professional design world including web/digital, small and large format traditional printing, screen print, and marketing. I've done a bit of it all and always eager to learn more!
SOFTWARE KNOWLEDGE:
• Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Project Management Softwares (Certified Click-Up Power User)
• Fiery Command Workstation (printing press software)
• AccuZip (USPS mailing list cleaning software)
• HTML and CSS (basic knowledge)
• Google Analytics (some experience)
• Print shop management software (job estimating, workflow, and inventory tracking)
MACHINES & OTHER EQUIPMENT:
• Konica Minolta & Ricoh small format digital printing presses
• AccurioWide 200 large format hybrid printer
• Colex Large Format CNC Cutter
• Duplo 646 small format slitter, cutter, creaser
• Guillotine Cutter
• Experience with other print finishing equipment used for foiling, laminating, packaging & binding
DESIGN & SPECIALTY SKILLS:
• Marketing knowledge (including digital and print campaign tracking)
• Ad and layout design
• Logo and identity/branding design
• Web and user interface design
• Photography and photo manipulation
• Setting up art files for small and large format print (including variable data/image merging, & booklets)
• Video editing (basic knowledge)
• Automotive industry knowledge
• Screen printing experience
• Extensive knowledge of USPS (sending direct mail campaigns, including tracking and Informed Delivery setup)
• Experience overseeing large budgets
• Many years agency experience
• Experience managing workloads for others
• Ability to juggle multiple projects with shifting priorities and deadlines
• Stays up to date on design trends and practices
• Excels working both independently or collaborating with a team
• Experience with print shop inventory
• Have read numerous books on personal/professional development
Experience
Senior Graphic Designer
Martin City Marketing
• Design graphics and signage for various marketing campaigns including web, social media, traditional print & screen print
• Oversee direct mail campaigns for our largest client
• Maintain campaign tracking initiatives for client review
• Develop marketing strategies with design and accounts teams to ensure client success
• Communicate with in-house print production teams regarding project requirements and deadlines
• Work with large clients mainly in the automotive, powersports, and transportation industry.
Graphic Designer
Rellec Apparel Graphics
• Designed custom graphics and logos for screen printed apparel and embroidery.
• Designed digital and printed media for marketing purposes.
• Communicated with clients regarding project requirements and deadlines.
• Worked in a fast paced environment with tight turnaround times.
• Managed production schedules and workloads for others.
• Built custom order forms for client use.
Freelance Designer
Derek Lichtenauer Design
• Offer various design services as needed on a contract and/or hourly basis.
Graphic Designer
Rise Display Inc.
• Designed and built content for digital signage, interactive displays, and LED tickers.
• Communicated with clients, project managers, and contractors regarding project requirements and deadlines.
• Worked with web developers to ensure user friendly products for clients.
• Designed graphics for company website, trade shows, and promotional materials.
• Worked in a fast paced environment where priorities and deadlines shifted frequently.
• Helped build an extensive template library for client use.
Production Art Intern
Camp David
• Worked in the production art department and learned about setting up graphics for screen print and embroidery.
• Addressed graphics problems and made sure orders flowed smoothly through the production process.
• Performed basic office tasks such as filing, data entry.