RESUME

Dee Mangino-Sullivan

Phone: (702) 306-2206 | Email: deezignlv@gmail.com | LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/deezignlv | Las Vegas, Nevada

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Accomplished and well-versed Technology Director and Graphic Designer with over 29 years of experience. Adept at leading the design, implementation, testing, and artistic features of various computer programs and advertisements while ensuring compliance with stringent time and budget constraints. Currently seeking a position in the Technology field or as a Graphic Designer which will effectively utilize all acquired skills, abilities, and areas of expertise as follows:

Social Media Manager, overseeing the company's online footprint, websites, social media, branding and advertising.
Google Administrator, encompasses the planning, organizing, and managing administrative activities related to G Suite products and other Information Technology duties, Google Classroom, and Google for Education Apps.
Social media, web content, and campaign manager.
Exceptional problem-solving, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Full lifecycle of experience in scoping, designing, and developing artistic pieces such as newspapers, advertising graphics, newsletter publications, PowerPoint presentations, logos, posters, banners, websites, brochures, catalogs, books, illustrations, letterheads, business cards, etc.
Unique creativity in digital imaging and photography, print production, and graphic design.
Outstanding leadership abilities; able to coordinate and direct all phases of project-based efforts while initiating efficient customer support initiatives.
Exceptional multi-tasking skills with a wide range of technical abilities and proficiency in several applications, graphic design equipment, and computer hardware platforms.
Dedicated help-desk professional currently providing technical support in a 450+ user environment.
Skilled problem-solver, able to communicate with users at all levels of technical proficiency.
Troubleshoot, resolve, and document user help requests for desktop, laptop, mobile, network, and peripheral problems.
Deployed and assisted with launching new startup programs, working closely with personnel to perform suitability, reviews by learning and implementing protocols and engaging client and student awareness.

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Graphic Designer, 01/1995 - Current
Freelance Graphic Designer
• Accomplished and well-versed Graphic Designer with over 29 years of freelance art and design experience
• Adept at leading the design, implementation, testing, and artistic features of various computer programs and advertisements while ensuring compliance with stringent time and budget constraints
• I only seek positions as a Graphic Designer or Technology Director that will effectively utilize all acquired skills, abilities, and areas of expertise.

Social Media & Website Manager, 01/1995 - Current
Our Place American Bistro | Chateau Pomsky | Got A Guy Handyman | Pies Unlimited
• As a Social Media Manager and Community Manager, I oversee the company's interactions with the public through implementing content strategies on their social media platforms and websites
• My duties include analyzing engagement data, identifying trends in customer interactions, and planning digital campaigns to build community online over their products and services.

Director of Technology, 06/2007 - 06/2020 LMCA
Lake Mead Christian Academy | Henderson, NV 2007 - 2020
• Director of Technology | IT Manager of Education | Graphics Design/Multimedia Teacher
• Responsible for overseeing and maintaining the infrastructure, IT Department Director, System Imaging and deployment, Troubleshooting, Staff Training, Software Technology, Surveillance, File Management, backup systems, System Monitoring and Server Support, Social Networking, and online Collaboration Administrator.

Senior Designer, 01/2007 - 01/2012
Casting Call Entertainment
• Projects include: Bi-weekly Tabloid size Online Magazine; Advertising Design; Production Layout; 4 Color Front Covers; 4 Color, 4 Page Inserts
• (Monthly Magazine Publication)
• Projects include: 72 Page Online Magazine
• Casting Call Magazine' Layout; Design; Advertising Design; Production Manager
• Delivering consistently superior, original designs in a fast-paced environment
• Meeting deadlines and expectations around quality, creativity, and accuracy
• Managing projects through all phases- concept, design, revision, and production.

Director of Technology and Advertising & Graphic Designer, 01/1997 - 01/2007

Paradise Christian Academy

• Director of Technology: Computer IT Teacher, Computer Graphics Teacher, IT Administrator, Networking, Server Administrator, Evaluates the use of technology in the classroom, Implement computer networks suitable for educational settings, Evaluates hardware and software for classroom or administrative needs, Surveillance systems administrator
• Teacher Duties: Curriculum Writer and deployment (Grades K-5 through 12th), Yearbook Adviser, Graphic Designer, Adobe Certified Teacher, Media and Production Artist, Advertising, Presentations, Production Artist, Web Designer, Web Master, Social Media Admin
• IT Duties: System Imaging and deployment, Troubleshooting, Staff Training, Software Technology, Surveillance, File Management, backup systems, System Monitoring, Server Support, Developing, managing, and evaluating the technology budget, Contracts with vendors to provide needed technology solutions, Evaluates staffing job performance, Coordinate in the development, monitoring, and periodic evaluation of a five-year technology plan, Manage vendor relationships, including maintenance, hardware and software upgrades, and ongoing development work with the system and users.

Graphic Designer, 01/1998 - 09/2000

Jewish Federation Las Vegas, NV

• Projects include: Bi-weekly Tabloid size Newspaper; Advertising Design; Production Layout; 4 Color Front Covers; 4 Color, 4 Page Inserts
• (Bi-Weekly Publication)
• Projects include: 72-page Resource Guide Magazine
• Guide To Jewish Life in Southern Nevada Layout; Design; Advertising Design; Production Manager
• (Printed: 30,000)

HIGHLIGHTS

Data Entry
Leadership
Trainer
Graphic Design/Teaching
Testing/Troubleshooting
Project Management
Social Media Content Manager
Promotion Coordination
Advertising Development
Department Head
File Management
Designer
Promotion Design & Implementation
Fundraiser Organization (Non-Profit)
Special Event Planning
Computer Information Systems
Yearly Budget & Projection
Communications
Typing 75 WPM
Quality Control/Assurance
Client Relations/Interaction
Application Enhancement
Website/Logo Design
Server System Management
Organize

EDUCATION HISTORY

GCU

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Grand Canyon University, Arizona

CSN
Computer Graphic Design & Marketing, College of Southern Nevada

Associates Degree

Apple Schooling and Training 70 hours:

• Apple Training Support Essentials
• Apple Training Server Support
• Apple Training Deployment
• Apple Training Software

UNLV Campus Coursework:

• Facebook Marketing I & II
• 21st Century Learning & Teaching
• Social Networking 101
• Twitter for Business I & II
• Social Media Marketing I & II

FEMA IS-00100

Introduction to Incident Command Systems, IC-100

Cosmetology

Trinidad State Junior College, Trinidad, CO, Graduated Licensed Cosmetologist in NM & NV

SOFTWARE TECHNICAL SKILLS