Work experience

 

ELLEN SMILER CREATIVE

1996 - present

 

Owner, Creative Director, Artist and Photographer. Oversees all aspects of design, photography, creative direction, management and supervision, new business development, vendor and client relations, office administration, proposal writing and account management. Responsible for creating new marketing materials: logos, brochures, advertising, apparel and trade show collateral for clients in various industries including medical, education and hospitality.

 

BODHI BEANSTALK

​2009 - 2012

 

Founder, Creative Director and Inventor. Founded new business inventing innovative products for children to encourage healthy eating habits and positive behavior. New business development - including complete branding systems and package design, as well as product development from conception to final prototyping.

 

LOLLYDOODLE

​2006 - 2009

 

Founder, Creative Director, Illustrator and Photographer. Founded new business creating original art for juvenile wall décor. New business development, branding and tradeshow marketing. Oversses all aspects operation, design, production and fulfillment.

 

FREELANCE DESIGNER & ART DIRECTOR

Sargent & Berman Design

Pyramid Sales

1995 - 1996

 

Art Director and Designer. Brand development and management, including logo, print and packaging design for: Sarah Lee baked goods packaging, Diedrich Coffee, Princess Cruises, Big Bad Beetle Borgs, and Power Rangers.

 

STERLING GROUP / New York

1994-1995

 

Senior Designer. Brand development and management on such accounts as: Seagrams,
Frito-Lay, Nabisco, Quaker and Miller Brewing Company. Team member in marketing strategy, nomenclature and focus groups for major product and packaging launches.