Jouna Saza

JOUNA SAZA A detail-oriented senior graphic designer with 10+ years of experience in editorial, collateral, branding, production, digital media, and UX. Clear communicator and able to collaborate with diverse personalities and people at all levels of an organization in a 100% remote environment. SKILLS Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Wireframing, Figma, InVision, UX/UI Design, Branding, HTML/CSS, After Effect, Microsoft Office, WordPress, DreamWeaver Storyboarding, Calligraphy, JIRA, Spiceworks --jouna-saza.squarespace.com WORK EXPERIENCE World Education Services | NEW YORK, NY JUNE 2016 – JULY 2020, Senior Designer - Oversaw quality control, collateral, UX/UI design, wireframes, prototypes, social media campaigns, infographics, reports, and more, ensuring a cohesive brand message. - Supervised and directed junior designers and freelancers. - Rebranded web pages, email templates, microsite, booth materials, and more, using the new branding provided by an external vendor. - Reduced labor hours by creating multiple templates for posters, e-guides, PowerPoint Presentations, Word docs, and more. JUNE 2012 – MAY 2016, Junior Designer, Mid-level Graphic Designer - Inherited a company branding package in disarray and dramatically improved design quality. - Prioritized multiple projects with competing deadlines and consistently delivered ahead of schedule. - Worked on a wide range of projects such as collateral, e-newsletter templates, infographics, reports, PPT presentations, newsletter graphics, web layouts, conference materials, and more. EDUCATION Various Clients / Freelance & Contract Graphic Designer JUNE 2009 - PRESENT, SEATTLE, WA & NEW YORK, NY Parsons School of Design Designed a large variety of projects including web design, flyers, workbooks for children, wedding stationery, presentation files, photo retouching, book designs, magazine spreads, and more. Notable projects and positions are listed below. BFA Communication Design NEW YORK AWARD American Web Design Awards Graphic Design USA 2018 LANGUAGE English Fluent Japanese Fluent Korean Proficient - Created wireframes, layout, and visual designs for Bank of America, China Air, Valspar, Bespoke, and TF Cornerstone through The Tiger Party. - Audited, edited, and enhanced website content for a new branding initiative from Sur La Table. - Created brochures and in-house e-newsletters, conducted photo search, and delivered high-level presentations for MulvannyG2 Architecture. - Developed web pages, gift cards, and digital menus for the grand opening of Popbar. Plus972 / Graphic Designer JUNE 2009 - AUGUST 2010, NEW YORK, NY Oversaw all aspects of graphic design needs as the sole designer in a bustling startup. Projects included logo design, branding, brochures, photo retouch, website design, and more. Golf Digest (Condé Nast) / Graphic Designer FEBRUARY 2008 - MAY 2008, NEW YORK, NY Provided crucial support to senior designers by creating online banners, comps, and email blasts.