Maria Laura Garza : Graphic Designer: Packaging . Wolfgang Puck Cookware . FFDG

graphic designer with a passion for print media.

With over ten years of experience, in the US and Latin American markets, I hold myself to a high standard of quality as I study, design and produce creative and effective graphic solutions.

My clients enjoy the benefits of the personalized service that as a freelancer I can offer them, combined with all the agency expertise acquired throughout my years as a designer and art director for different firms. As freelancer I can also grant considerable savings through low overheads as well as tailored packages according to my client´s needs.

Based out of Weston, Florida, I mainly service all Broward and Dade counties, however, my clients include a wide range of local and international companies as well.

BACKGROUND

education
University of Miami . Bachelor of Fine Arts . Magna Cum Laude . December 1997
Miami, FL

awards & honors
2000 Silver Addy Award . Logo Design
Thompson Photo Award . University of Miami
Patricia Schneller Scholarship (artistic talent) . University of Miami
Henry King Stanford Scholarship (academic achievement) . University of Miami
National Dean’s List

work experience
2005 . present
Nuhaus Creative Studio
Founder / Art Director / Account Executive
Miami, FL USA / Maracaibo, Venezuela
Successfully managed and coordinated multiple design projects from concept to completion / Coordinated relationships with print, copy writing and photography vendors to meet all project requirements while maintaining a budget / Built, motivated, trained, and directed design and production teams / Established trusting relationships with designers, vendors, and clients.

2002 . 2005
Franz Franc Design Group
Senior Graphic Designer
Miami, FL
Lead designer for magazines, books, catalogs, annual reports, newsletters, packaging, brochures, corporate identities, menus, and promotional projects / Worked closely with clients to create vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet deadlines and requirements.

2001 . 2002
Cosmyk Group
Graphic Designer
Miami, FL
Effectively worked on design and concept development in various editorial, corporate and promotional projects for clients.

2000 . 2001
Stephen Gordet Associates Advertising
Graphic Designer
Miami, FL
Successfully developed advertising and corporate identity projects by creating marketing materials, sales collateral and promotional items.

1997 . 2000
Art Biz Inc
Founder / Graphic Designer / Account Executive
Miami, FL
Designed corporate and promotional pieces from concept to completion / Supervised on-press proofs to ensure color accuracy, registration, and quality product / Assisted clients in selection of color scheme, paper stock, graphic elements, etc / Established trusting relationships with vendors, and clients.

1996 . 1997
Crispin & Porter Advertising
Graphic Design Internship
Miami, FL
Handled tasks related to design and concept development.

1994 . 1997
Freelance Graphic Designer
Miami, FL
Designed projects from concept to completion for clients such as Rolling Pin Cruise Magazine / Addison House Furniture / Doral Ryder Open / Audubon of Florida / Orange Dog Design Group / Arboleda Inn & Suites

skills

Bilingual (English and Spanish) / creative, talented and independent / self-starter, highly-motivated / excellent team player / able to work efficiently under demanding deadlines.