GRAPHIC DESIGN AND MARKETING
OVERVIEW
Hello, my name is Mike Witmer and I’m an experienced Graphic Designer adept in creating powerful visual designs using digital illustrations, images, and typography.
Since 2005, I have worked with businesses to create logos, websites, and various
types of marketing material. I am committed to helping clients shape their brand
identity and grow their business through compelling graphic design. I enjoy collaborating with other creative professionals to achieve project goals.
CAREER
GRAPHICS AND MARKETING MANAGER
Iowa Beverage 2018 - Present
Manage and direct the graphic design team and print shop managers. Approve
designs and projects created by the graphic design team. Collaborate with national
beverage suppliers and regional convenience stores to create marketing materials.
Share designs and marketing materials with the graphic design team and print shops.
Design and install company fleet graphics. Create, design, and maintain company
website. Gather information and design monthly company newsletter. Video, edit,
and produce weekly company video blog. Create and design banner ads for customer
online ordering portal. Work with special events on marketing ideas and strategies.
OWNER AND FREELANCE DESIGNER
Buff Cat Creative 2019 - Present
Work with companies to create logos and other marketing materials to help their
business grow. Develop and design company websites.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND PRINT SHOP MANAGER
Iowa Beverage 2005 - 2018
Designed marketing materials for local restaurants, bars, convenience stores, grocery
stores, and music festivals/special events. Marketing materials included: posters,
banners, table tents, menus, shelf talkers, and other POS items. Operated and
maintained multiple printers including laser printers and wide format printers.
Ordered print shop supplies and managed inventory.
EDUCATION
2004 - 2005
Des Moines Area
Community College
Business Management
2006
Des Moines Area
Community College
Production Art
PROGRAMS
Corel Graphics Suite
Adobe Graphics Suite
Cyber Link Power Director
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft Teams
Google Workspace
REFERENCES
Sean McHugh
VP of Sales Alternative Beverages
Fulton Beer
(612) 655-2355
sean.m@fultonbeer.com
Mindy Toyne
Owner
In Any Event
(515) 371-4742
melinda@in-any-event.com