SARAH ROSE BERCIER
EDITORIAL DESIGNER | GRAPHIC DESIGNER | MARKETING COORDINATOR | SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST
615.752.0034 sarahrosebercier@gmail.com. www.sarahrosestudios.com
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E X P E R I E N C E
LAYOUT DESIGNER
Thrive Magazine | January 2019 - Present
Responsible for laying out articles articles as well as creating and adding illustrations and images complimenting said article. Each monthly issue is approximately 68-80 pages in length. Majority of design work in within a one week period. Also creates advertisements, social media posts, eblasts, uploads magazine issue and individual articles to the Thrive SWLA website.
• Effective time management skills and works well under time constraints.
• Advanced aesthetic developed over years of research, practice, and experience.
• Creative mindset as well as great writing and editing skills.
EDITORIAL DESIGNER
U.S. LawShield | September 2021 - February 2022
While working for U.S. Law Shield, I edited large volumes of gun law for each individual state for redistribution both in print and online. I was hired to help redesign travel guides for each state as well and worked with other remote designers to meet a rigorous deadline. I collaborated with the design team and implemented new strategies for more efficient work flow. After compiling a database of relevant information, I communicated through teams and supplied a vast amount of design work and data through Sharepoint. Specific set of skills used:
• Experienced with Sharepoint Services as well as coordinating through Teams.
• Proficient in Adobe Design Programs to create compelling graphics.
• Extremely detail oriented with ability to work quickly under extreme time constraints.
SOCIAL MEDIA SPECIALIST (CONTRACT)
Obvious Advertising | July 2018 - December 2018
Responsible for creating, implementing and monitoring multiple social media campaigns for Obvious Advertising clients. Developed social media strategies for each business in order to improve marketing efforts, increase brand awareness, and increase sales. Specific set of skills used:
• Effective strategy planning, tactics, and execution of campaigns.
• Community management and the use of appropriate content.
• Creative mindset as well as great writing and editing skills.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER (CONTRACT)
3b&e Marketing | March 2018 - June 2018
Developed the overall layout and production of multiple graphics for 3b&e Marketing clients including advertisements, business cards, and logos. Duties included meeting with clients to determine scope of project, advising on marketing strategies, implementing design and revisions, and proofing and setting up for production. Created multiple self promotion pieces for 3b&e Marketing as well. Specific set of skills used:
• Proficient in Adobe Suite as well as UI/UX web design knowlege.
• Exceptional design skills in typography, color theory, & branding.
• Extensive knowledge of printing processes and pre-press settings.
MARKETING / SALES COORDINATOR
Knight Media Printing | November 2015 - August 2017
Responsibilities under the role of Marketing / Sales Coordinator involved calculating and increasing return on investment, maximizing sales revenues, conducting market research, reporting to senior management, training and motivating staff, and implementing marketing campaigns. Previous position as a graphic designer helped create a foundation of understanding timelines and creative effort involved in campaigns. Duties included creating visual concepts, by hand or using computer software, communicating ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers as well has make files print ready.
• Built a favorable brand image with customers, prospects, employees and the public.
• Successful self-promotion campaigns resulting in multiple awards.
• Established and nurtured relationships with advertising and media representatives in the Lake Charles area.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER / ASSISTANT
The Jambalaya News | March 2013 - April 2014
Assisted in creating magazine layouts and creating printer-ready files. Created client advertising and inputed into the magazine. Edited files to adapt to email, marketing, and social media platforms.
E D U C A T I O N
BACHELORS OF ARTS: McNeese State University, 2010 -2012
Louisiana State University: 2008 - 2010
A W A R D S
GOLD ADDY AWARD:
KMI Self-Promotion: 2016 Christmas Card
BRONZE ADDY AWARD:
KMI Self-Promotion: 2016 Mardi Gras Party Pack
T H E S U S A N H I N E S A W A R D:
KMI Self-Promotion: 2016 Christmas Card
BRONZE ADDY AWARD
Spring 2013
Editorial Review Illustration