Shannon Dickson

About Shannon Dickson

I am a talented graphic designer and visual manager with over 29 years of experience. I…

Experience

1. Visual Information Specialist

   Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

   Dec 2023 — Present · WA, US

   Provided visual information support, tracking and triage support services to CDC organizations through the development and production of graphic materials and customer relationsProvided design advice and consultation services in planning and developing complex public health and scientific information to a variety of audiencesRoutinely collaborates with team members and clients to develop mutual understandings of communication objectivesDeveloped initial design concepts to present to clients and higher-level managers, while describing the advantages/disadvantagesProvided research and guidance on the estimated resources required to execute productionMaintained up-to-date knowledge of art graphic technologies and design trends within the industryWorked independently on large-scale projects where multiple products must be developed simultaneouslyEnsured the quality and accuracy of all branded creative projects digital or printTranslated subject matter ideas and information into visual representations that are easily understood by the intended audienceComprehensive knowledge of design principles, theories and accepted practices for graphics layout and designExtensive knowledge of visual communication strategies, including color theory, visual analysis and typographySubstantial interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skillsUtilizes a wide range of design and production methods to produce work that is of limited complexity

Education

• University of Washington

  Environmental Science

  2006 — 2010

• Olympic College

  Web Development and Design

  2015 — 2016

• Art Institute of Seattle

  Liberal Arts, Graphic Design

  1997 — 2000

• Tacoma Community College

  Psychology and Human Behavior

  1996 — 1998

Skills

• English
• Publishing
• Proficient in Constant Contact
• Thorough
• Proficient in Outlook and Entourage
• Newsletter Production
• Newsletter Design
• Real Estate
• Graphics
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Mac/Pc Proficient
• Social Media
• Graphics Software
• Internet Savy
• Newspaper Design
• Mac Os X or Newer
• Troubleshooting
• Some Experience in Designing, Prepping and Uploading Online Material
• Proficient Abobe Acrobat 3-9 Professional
• Proficient in Pre-Flighting
• Teaching
• Layout
• Pc Windows Os
• Editing
• Team Building
• Speedy and Highly Organized
• Teamwork
• Digital Art
• Advertising
• Excellent Computer Literacy
• Social Networking
• Desktop Publishing
• Photography
• Customer Service
• Proficient in Cs 1-5.5
• Accurate
• Works Well Under Stress, Pressure and Deadlines
• Proficient in Illustrator
• Logo Design
• Kronos