About
Creative Director & Web Developer
Hello, I'm Martha,
I am a Passionate and experienced creative director with a proven track record of successfully leading art direction for projects and achieving high levels of client satisfaction. I am adept in overseeing all visual aspects of a project and offering top-notch design solutions. I can provide strong leadership skills and the creativity necessary to effectively oversee creative development and the design processes of your project. Get in touch to get started designing your next project or event today!
- Company Website: ambient-lens.com
- Phone: (928) 814-3922
- City: Flagstaff, Arizona, USA
- Email: ambient.lens@gmail.com
Skills
Software
Adobe Creative Suite: Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, Adobe Creative Cloud, QuarkXPress, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Expression Web, Bootstrap, Bower, Node.js, AngularJS, Drupal, Joomla, WordPress.
Programming Languages
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, JQuery, Java.
Other Skills
Problem Solving, Team-Building and Development, Planning and Scheduling, Written and Verbal Communications, Presentation Skills, Social Media Management, Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Project and Time Management, Tutorial Skills.
Resume
Summary
Martha Penado
Innovative and deadline-driven creative director with 6+ years of experience in publications and 13+ years designing and developing user-centered digital/print marketing material from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.
- Flagstaff, AZ
- (928) 814-3922
- ambient.lens@gmail.com
Education
Bachelors of General Studies
Emphasis in Architecture, Science and Technology
2007 - 2012
The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
Certifications
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
March 2016
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong, CN
Front-End Web UI Frameworks and Tools
May 2016
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong, CN
Front-End JavaScript Frameworks: AngularJS
June 2016
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong, CN
Publications
Eggstinkt
August 2008
Author & Illustrator
Star Stuff
May 2009
Author & Illustrator
Professional Experience
Creative Director
October 2017 - Present
Sedona Monthly, Sedona, AZ
- Responsible for the design and development of monthly magazine publication.
- Coordinate with publisher and editor on a weekly basis to create editorial designs and layouts in a timely manner.
- Responsible for all art and copy preparation.
- Also responsible for the design and implementation of various graphics and promotional materials that promote brand and brand awareness.
- Currently maintain and supervise brand website as well and provide digital updates to online system as needed.
- Able to manage several projects or tasks at a given time while under pressure.
Co-Owner, Creative Director & Web Developer
April 2011 - Present
Ambient Lens LLC, Flagstaff, AZ
- Responsible for maintaining and supervising various projects related to the development of websites, publications, and various film projects.
- Offer consulting services to various organizations and aid them in developing and implementing various design related communications strategies.
- Able to manage several projects or tasks at a given time while under pressure.
- Adept in overseeing all visual aspects of a project and offering design solutions when needed.
- Provide strong leadership skills and the creativity necessary to effectively oversee creative development and design processes.
Web Developer, Graphic Designer, Marketing Services
February 2011 - October 2012
The University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
- Worked at various departments including the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the Pryor Lab in the Department of Agriculture, and the BIO5 Institute.
- Responsible for the overall design and development of websites and coordinated the creation of various marketing materials to accompany and establish an online presence. Created several templates in Drupal CMS which were then utilized for updates and conversions to current websites.
- Also responsible for the graphic interpretation of various projects and promotional materials.
Web Developer, Graphic Designer, Marketing Services
December 2010 - March 2011
Paper Rocket Productions LLC, Sundance Film Festival 2011
- Responsible for developing website, online presence, and promoting a short film that premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival.
- Designed the identity of various promotional materials that were used for marketing purposes at the film festival.
Contact
Location:
Flagstaff, Arizona
Email:
ambient.lens@gmail.com
Call:
(928) 814-3922