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My post-college experience was in the publication and printing side of the graphic design industry. After 7 years of honing my skills in Canada, I was offered an opportunity in Southern California with a small company named Twin Tiger USA. In this position my role as a leader was utilized in diverse ways. I constantly had to learn and implement specific communication and delegation strategies. Whether I was tasked to organize and photograph a 12 person weekend photoshoot in Big Bear. Or, work with a team to develop a brand from idea to a finished concept. Developing different products was a large portion of my responsibilities, therefore being efficient, working independently and with a team was a must. From years of layout and web design, I have a strong sense of what works visually and responsively on all digital platforms. Also, with my years of sales, I can effectively communicate a message to team members or stakeholders in a clear and succinct manner. Not only do I have a sharp-eye, but I am highly efficient at beginning and finishing tasks. 

Work involves developing communication and sales strategies for The Gush Company. Main duties include: Branding, Print Design,  Web Design, Social Media, E-commerce & Sales. 

Work involved developing communication and sales strategies for various companies under the Twin Tiger USA um-brella. Main duties include: Branding, Print Design,  Web Design, Social Media, Copywriting, E-commerce, Sales and 
Travelling throughout North America and Asia for Trade Shows and Product Sourcing. 

BRAND DEVELOPMENT

Layout and design of a political newspaper that is published every three weeks. All the work is freelance and requires
a great deal of discipline, strong work ethic and independent problem solving. Co-ordinate sales people and editors to get ads and stories in on schedule. A good knowledge of pre-press is an asset. Dealing directly with the Winnipeg
Sun Print Division.

FREELANCE DESIGNER

Large scale color scanning and printing. Cleaning and calibrating of large plotters. Detailed photo correction in photoshop and illustrator. Mounting and Laminating signage and banners. In-house design. Using a variety of RIP
programs. High level of independent problem solving and machine servicing. Quoting on jobs.

COLOR GRAPHICS TECHNICIAN

Design of magazines and directories from Canada and the United States. Each designer layed out a publication
independently. Each designer would work directly with an editor and develop the look and identity for the magazine.
Advertisements for each publication were either supplied by the advertiser or constructed in-house.

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Kevin Forde is a BRAND DEVELOPER at THE GUSH COMPANY in Long Beach, CA. View their experience, skills and work history on Malakye — the professional network…

Kevin Forde — BRAND DEVELOPER at THE GUSH COMPANY

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University of Winnipeg