Summary
Activity
Work experience
Davis McElwee
Graphic Artist | 01/2010 - Current
Freelance Graphic Design for business, breweries and musicians. Specializing in logo, poster and label design.
Farm Fresh Clothing Co.
Art Director • Production Manager | 01/2015 - 06/2020
As production manager at Farm Fresh I took what was an inert boutique t-shirt manufacturer and turned it into a profitable, scalable full production print and embroidery shop. I led a team of 10, artists, printers and production staff and developed a workflow strategy based on efficiency, effective training and leadership. I was able to triple production output and profits within 2 years. I helped re-develop the overall directive and mission of the company with a sustainable growth plan.
Sonoma Design Apparel
Production Manager • Art Director | 04/2004 - 02/2015
At Sonoma Design I was hired as a press operator. I quickly worked my way up to lead printer. On my own time I took courses, lessons and tutoring in graphic arts/design and through sheer tenacity and a personal motivation I applied and achieved the job as art director and graphic artist. As the company grew I grew with it. Seeing a need for management in the print shop I developed an outline for an effective, efficient production model and took on the role as production manager.
New Directions Screenprinting
Pressman | 11/2001 - 04/2004
Screen Printer/Pressman, Embroidery Tech
