work history - pam greer · sisters of divine providence 2008–jan. 2015. graphic designer....
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work historySisters of Divine Providence 2008–Jan. 2015Graphic Designer
Through my designs, I presented the Sisters’ mission and charism in visually engaging ways. I designed the Community’s seasonal newsletter, Providence Alive!, all advertisements, annual appeals, the annual report, event and marketing materials, banners, billboards, and the annual Community Christmas card. My work also included book design, editing, and layout; photography and photo editing; Community website management (CMS); writing Sister biographies and newsletter articles; editing all print and web materials
Dorrance Publishing Company, Inc. 2006–2009Freelance Editor
Edited fiction and nonfiction manuscripts; wrote jacket notes and book descriptions
James M. Herb & Associates 2003–2008Legal Secretary
Transcribed dictation; edited all legal documents and pleadings
Word Association Publishers 2003–2005Freelance Editor
Edited fiction and nonfiction manuscripts; wrote jacket notes and book descriptions
Air & Waste Management Association 2002–2003Freelance Editor
Edited the technical Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association
Iron & Steel Society 1998–2002Assistant Graphic Designer/Copy Editor
Worked directly with the art director and senior designer on multiple projects, including the design of all conference-related displays and signage; recreated technical figures in Adobe Illustrator; designed front matter for book publications. Worked directly with the managing editor in all phases of publication of Iron & Steelmaker magazine; edited international and American article submissions; proofed blue lines; typeset Steel: The Diary of a Furnace Worker
skills profile• Easily establish and maintain relationships with outside vendors• Take projects from concept to finished piece• Versatile and able to adapt within a high-pressured environment• Motivated self-starter and great team player• Able to prioritize and multitask effectively and efficiently• Exceptional oral and written communication• Exceptional editing: Chicago Manual of Style, AP Stylebook, ACS Style Guide (American Chemical Society)• Adobe Creative Suite CS6; QuarkXpress; Microsoft Office; PC and Mac platforms
educationThe Art Institute of Pittsburgh
[email protected] • pamgreer.com