Michael Micallef
Graphic Design, Web Design and Illustration in New York, Long Island and New Jersey
Experience
Michael Micallef Design - 1999 - Present
Graphic Design
- Anatomy Of A Nightmare Productions - Lead-in cinematic bumper
- Graphic Avenues - 3D Comprehensive and Packaging Design
- PoisedDNA Photography - Professional image retouching
- Lauren Loguidice - Professional image retouching
- Jayjay Martin Gallery website - Designed and updated website geared toward high end make-up and style services
- Braintease Productions - Promotional materials & Web Design
Z2Media, Inc. - June 2010 - Aug 2011
Senior Web Developer
- Conceptualized and constructed site layout and prioritized structures to make semantic sense to user and search engines
- Integrated existing web modules with new functionality and updated obsolete technologies with forward solutions
- Planned and administered new site structure and essence from beginning to completion for a discerning client base
- Assessed technology options and developed informed directions for projects to stay on top of the industry and ahead of trends
- Attained symbiosis of necessary operations and optional projects through multitasking and prioritizing
First Commemorative Mint Inc. - Dec 2008 - Jan 2010
Graphic Designer/IT Project Coordinator
- Created and implemented user experience for E-commerce website and interactive advertisements
- Performed server duties including network administration, client support and database maintenance
- Designed products and prototypes for clients such as Home Shopping Network, QVC and Bravado
- Developed promotional print materials, web ads, product photography, retouching and presentation layout for sales pitch portfolio and production
- Special Projects: implement strategy for system upgrades and installations; Extensive use of Everest © accounting software
Michael Tammaro Photography - May 2008 - Dec 2008
Creative Lead/Studio Manager
- Coordinated and scheduled photography shoots including full crew and support staff,
Photographers, models, interns, stylists, catering, property management – sets/props and locations
- Compiled and recommended photos from a shoot, asserting creative control for final production
- Inspected photos for clarity, style, and subject matter and retouched with my valued artistic opinion
- Maintained, organized, and cataloged an archive containing over two decades of photography
Fairway Printing & Design Inc. - May 2004 - May 2008
Art Director/Graphic Designer
- Accomplished photo retouch expert praised by the model/talent industry
- Tutored subordinate designers on proper design and retouching technique with respect subjective conditions including human anatomy, environment, and desired effect
- Instituted and counseled creative control over designs and materials from a multifaceted team in print, web, and production
- Maintained a strong relationship with our team and a growing list of discerning clients
Acclaim Entertainment - April 2003 - Oct 2003
Software Quality Assurance
- Operated, assessed and reported software state glitches and inaccuracies for a constantly updated list of regulations and corporate standards
- Participated in team based market research for future development
Home Office Solutions and Technologies - 1999 - 2004
Lead Graphic Designer
- Designed a Company Website and developed Corporate Identity Materials
- Managed team of 3 permanent designers and multiple freelance designers
- Designed and updated client websites, promotional materials, brochures, ad banners, and event collateral
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