Heather Jordan
- Experienced Graphic Designer & Art Director
- San Diego, California, United StatesGraphic Design
Previous positions
- Senior Graphic Designer at AMN Healthcare
- Graphic Designer at Mission Federal Credit Union
Education
San Diego State University, B.A., Art, Emphasis in Graphic Design
Background
Summary
Experience
Responsible for creating authentic and inspiring visual content to support the strategic communication goals of Sempra Energy. Provides creative support and works on a variety of brand-related communications and projects. Also responsible for maintaining brand standards and ensuring creative communications support business objectives. Provides guidance to vendors and colleagues across the Sempra Energy family of companies regarding effective use of corporate standards and style guides.
I help corporate and private clients create compelling campaigns; and whether it’s a wedding or a webinar, my goal is to exceed expectations and produce memorable content.
As the Senior Graphic Designer, I acted as Art Director, project manager, and partnered with sales associates to create contract winning presentations. I was responsible for the evolution and management of corporate brand guidelines. I was also responsible for designing elements for a broad range of marketing projects including: collateral, branding, advertising (print & digital), internal and external communications, email templates, websites / micro-sites, social media graphics, vendor management, workforce solution strategy, trade show and event management design, environmental signage, speakership presentation development, event design, direct mail and corporate calendar design.
Graphic Designer
Mission Federal Credit Union
July 2013 – May 2016(2 years 10 months)Greater San Diego Area
I acted as Art Director by providing in-house graphic design services; using high-end software, cost effective solutions and technology to support the Mission Fed brand. I created concepts, selected and edited stock photography, designed and produced materials for internal and external clients under tight deadlines. I managed my own schedule to meet production deadlines. I also monitored corporate and brand identity standards across all media. I assisted with web design, eMarketing, videography and social media; and provided hands-on updates and technical support for Mac, Windows, VMware and in-branch TV screen marketing systems.
I managed more than 25 active projects at a time – providing organized, insightful client service with attention to quality and budget considerations. In collaboration with production managers and marcom associates, I helped bring marketing strategy to life by creating compelling visual collateral; such as advertising print ads, direct mail, large format postcards, physician biographies, capability brochures and flyers. Highlights include: • Graphic design lead for implementing consistent brand image for three business units (Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute, Scripps McDonald Center, and Scripps Home Health Care) • Managed rights and usage of stock photography online resource site • Participated in project management software which tracks ROI • Designed special projects for Scripps Executive Cabinet (senior leadership) • Assisted in revising and updating corporate graphic design standards
Recommendations (1)
Partnered with lead designer, senior designers and account managers to create the highest quality product for both internal and external clients.
Created and developed collateral pieces as well as special event identities for internal and external clients.
Education
Skills & Expertise
- Event Planning
- Advertising
- Press Releases
- Branding
- Layout
- SEO
- Brochures
- Leadership
- Graphic Design
- Outdoor Advertising
- Direct Mail
- Illustrator
- Workamajig
- Posters
- Visual Merchandising
- Creative Direction
- Billboards
- Photography
- Art Direction
- Graphics
- Logo Design
- Flyers
- Branding & Identity
- Collateral
- Mac
- Invitations
- Marketing
- Adobe Acrobat
- InDesign
- Editing
- Art
- Photoshop
- Newsletters
- Copy Editing
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Merchandising
- Direct Mail Campaigns
- Marketing Communications
- Typography
- Social Media
- Salesforce.com
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Web Design
- Brand Development
- Blogging
- Social Media Marketing
- Brand Design
- Social Networking
- Copywriting
- Blogger
Certifications
Human-Centered Design: an Introduction
Coursera, License FG5NTSHLNTFN
April 2019
Design Principles: an Introduction
Coursera, License 53QM5543ZFDP
May 2019
Social Computing
Coursera, License 2PFZCF995ZCZ
August 2019
Input and Interaction
Coursera, License 7PRJAEANPQE3
September 2019
User Experience: Research & Prototyping
Coursera, License HESBP236JQTQ
October 2019
Honors & Awards
GOLD: Distinguished Speakers Series Postcard
Health Care Communicators Award
2008
Annual Celebration of Employees (ACE) Award, Circle of Excellence
Mission Federal Credit Union
2013
In 2013 I was recognized by leaders and peers for my extraordinary work ethic; the award was presented by MFCU’s CEO at a ceremony in front of the entire organization.
GOLD: Healthcare Workforce Summit – Multi-Day Event
Health Care Communicators Award
2017
GOLD: Predictive Analytics Survey
Health Care Communicators Award
2017
Values in Practice Award (VIP), Trust
AMN Healthcare
2017
I had the honor of winning the AMN Healthcare VIP award for Trust; I always upheld the values of the organization, and I enjoy being recognized by collueges and leaders alike.
GOLD: Nurse Quiz Survey, Interactive Content
Health Care Communicators
September 2018
GOLD: Healthcare Workforce Summit – Multi-Day Event
Health Care Communicators
September 2018
VIP Nomination: Customer Focus
AMN Healthcare
August 2018
In 2017 I had the honor of winning the AMN Healthcare VIP award for Trust; I was pleasantly surprised to be nominated for a second time in 2018 for my Customer Focus! As a corporate graphic designer, is is my responsibility to provide the highest quality work possible for both internal & external clients. A little recognition goes a long way!
Volunteer Experience & Causes
Career Horizons Mentor
Just in Time for Foster Youth
December 2014 – June 2015(6 months)Social Services
Career Horizons For Young Women offers powerful connections to a network of working professionals who create pathways for young women to achieve personal and professional goals.
Volunteer
Outdoor Outreach
May 2019 – Present(5 months)Children
To connect youth to the transformative power of the outdoors. To realize the positive attitude and behavioral changes that help them become happy, healthy, and successful adults.