Cabe Lindsay One Bright Brand Guy Career Profile: • Ad pro with experience and formal education (MA, University of Texas), working as a team player to create sensible and sensational campaigns that resonate. • Software proficiency in Adobe CS5 Master Collection: Photoshop, Illustrator, Flash, Dreamweaver, InDesign, and Premiere, plus Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office Suite... • Online portfolio showcasing ample examples of awesome promotional campaigns: www.optimisticrealism.com. Employment Experience: Director Optimistic Realism, Brand Consultancy Austin, TX, August 2008 to Present Managing small creative teams in the production of advertising projects, with a sharp focus on branding. Designing print and broadcast media for promotional campaigns as a consultant for high-tech companies and their products, with emphasis on strategic concepts, distinct copywriting, and compelling execution. Web & Graphic Designer Prizm Development, Advertising Agency Dallas, TX, August 2007 to August 2008 Supported 20+ clients in the strategy, design and execution of websites geared mainly for the healthcare industry. Created brand-centered websites rich in media and dynamic features, while maintaining cross-browser compatibility and search engine optimization, with ultra-clean HTML and CSS. Marketing Director Visual Learning Systems, Computer Software Firm Missoula, MT, January 2005 to May 2007 Led marketing activities as a director of both graphic design and copywriting. Managed branding campaigns and created ads for print, video, and online, including nearly every element of the 200+ page corporate website. Visually transformed the mom-and-pop software shop into a professional, internationally-recognized company. Graphic Artist & Customer Service Rep Marsh Incorporated (now Imagefitters), Print Shop Missoula, MT, May 2004 to January 2005 Designed digital artwork for printing projects, working primarily with typography and layout. Assisted in customer support, inside sales, and accounting. Produced two internationally-distributed product catalogs that dramatically improved profitability. Marketing Coordinator Common Ground, Wholesale Produce Distributor Missoula, MT, February 2003 to March 2004 Led successful branding campaigns, including the creation of multiple logos, websites, and print ads. Completed market reports, research projects, and record keeping responsibilities required to maintain organic certification, while also assisting in sales, accounting, labor scheduling, and other administrative tasks. Advertising Assistant Wyoming.com, Internet Service Provider Riverton, WY, June 2001 to September 2002 Developed promotional campaigns, assisting in the production of advertisements for print and television, including support in art direction and copywriting. Conducted research, analyzed data and reported findings to support sales and marketing departments. Education: Master of Arts, Advertising University of Texas Austin, TX Class of 2011 (completed) member of Texas Creative portfolio sequence. Bachelor of Arts, Advertising Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Class of 2002 honors graduate and recipient of full-ride academic scholarship. Contact Information: cabe@optimisticrealism.com (406) 239-1738 1405 Rabb Rd, Austin, TX 78704 www.optimisticrealism.com References: Great references are available upon request.