Kevin C. Evans 415.462.6266 • zgraphics@comcast.net
SUMMARY: Fifteen years of proven accomplishment as a graphic designer, production artist, and manager with a growing clientele utilizing electronic and print media. Notably, established a graphics production company in 1995 and built a diverse clientele in publishing, entertainment, education, architecture, fashion and commerce. Acquired a keen awareness of marketing strategies in projecting the client’s message and image for public consumption. Conducts one-on-one consultations and negotiations for new and existing clients. Able to point out potential problems and opportunities for the client towards optimum results in the marketplace. Successful in sustaining a high level of satisfaction for the client with repeat business. Strong planning, organizing, pricing, and implementation skills. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications. Known for a good work ethic and meeting deadlines in a multi-task environment. Open to positions that use these strengths and offer challenging opportunities for a dedicated professional whose experience and skill will add to your company’s bottom line.
EDUCATION: 1984 BFA, Music Composition, California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, CA. Additional studies in Design and Art History.
1977-1980 Physics, Music, and Art, University of Nebraska, Omaha, NE.
DESIGN AND COMPUTER SKILLS: Thorough knowledge and expertise in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXPress; web page design including GoLive, Flash, HTML, and other software in both Macintosh and PC formats. Extensive knowledge of print and pre-press. Project experience includes: page layout for large format books, brochures, ad layout, catalogues, manuals, video sleeve design, CD and DVD cover design; web page design; extensive custom sign, banner, and logo concepts, corporate identity, letterhead, business cards, and multi-media.
EMPLOYMENT: 1995 - present Z Graphics, San Rafael, CA. Owner/Designer/Production Manager: Design and production of marketing/advertising materials for an expanding clientele that has included such notables as Carlos Santana, Jean Paul Gaultier - renowned fashion designer, Pinnacle Production Group of San Jose, ORO Editions - publishers of architectural literature that included views of the Bill Gates Estate of Seattle, and Wines of America, to name a few. These assignments, many of which have been referrals, have ranged from design work of banners for a world tour, to marketing and advertising brochures for international buyers, and websites; to scenery and backdrops for corporate events, such as conventions and annual meetings, as well as extensive custom design such as invitations, letterhead, business cards, DVD, VHS, and CD covers.
1995 - 1997 Skeleton Crew Design, San Rafael, California. Custom Designer: Worked on many design projects, as well as custom sign and banner layout. Managed the office, coordinated job assignments and met directly with clients and vendors. Designed for all print, on-line and signage of various media and application. Left on good terms to establish my own design operation.
1991 - 1995 Kinkos, San Rafael, California. Computer Specialist: Served as the senior computer specialist within a deadline-driven, multi-tasking environment. Serving as a creative problem-solver and troubleshooter, I was presented new challenges on a daily basis. Leadership and team building was paramount in my position. Extensive “hands-on” with many types of printers and equipment was also part of my experience there.
Concurrently: In 1994, founded The Azigza Music Ensemble in the Bay Area and serves as its primary composer of music defined as trance-rock-world-fusion. As a principal with the Ensemble and an accomplished guitarist, considerable interest has been generated in the group which has prompted invitations to perform at International Festivals, colleges and universities, and provided an opportunity for making several CDs. The CDs have earned favorable reviews in the Los Angeles Times, and several Progressive Rock publications, including Expose magazine whose review stated: “Azigza is the most important progressive rock band the United States has to offer.”
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