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Summary
Passionate, innovative leader in digital design with 20 years of accomplishments in developing and directing teams in achieving creative digital design and web solutions for high-level clients. Extensive experience in digital design, web, motion graphics, video production, and graphic design. Passion for creating original concept design solutions that have superior visual impact. Highly skilled at integrating technical and visual solutions into design concepts.
Skills
HTML/CSS
JavaScript/jQuery
Bootstrap/UIkit
AWS/LAMP/MySQL
UI/UX Design
Responsive Design
Adobe Creative Cloud
Autodesk 3ds Max
Google Web Designer
Project Management
Team Oversight
Professional Experience
10/2019 — 10/2026
Florida
Motion & Digital Designer | Web Developer
Adodesign
- Consulted, planned, designed, and implemented web and creative solutions for diverse clients[cite: 30, 31].
- Developed impactful, high-performing 3D visuals for marketing presentations and shows[cite: 33].
- Produced realistic 3D renderings and animations of well-known products[cite: 34].
- Improved website efficiency and appearance, handling large-scale production traffic[cite: 35].
- Plan, animate, and render full-length 3D animated movies using Autodesk 3ds Max and Adobe CC[cite: 37].
06/2019 — 08/2019
Lake Bluff, IL
Instructional Designer
Abbvie
- Participated in the design, development, and implementation of high-quality training solutions[cite: 41].
- Collaborated with associates to ensure training materials were accurate and comprehensive[cite: 42].
- Leveraged technology to develop asynchronous and synchronous training materials[cite: 44].
- Created and built e-learning courses using Storyline 360, Adobe CC, and WalkMe[cite: 48, 49].
12/2008 — 01/2019
Chicago, IL
Digital Designer | Web Developer
Product Animations, Inc.
- Spearheaded design and art direction of high-impact products, including 3D process videos and VR Train[cite: 52].
- Boosted productivity 70% and reduced IT expenses 60% by migrating operations to AWS[cite: 60].
- Managed development including design planning, creative direction, IT operations, and promotional content[cite: 53].
- Designed and created coherent visual company identity including brochures, digital promos, and ads[cite: 63].
03/2007 — 10/2008
Chicago, IL
Graphic Designer
The Wall Street Journal Office Network
- Managed creative direction of product design, trade shows, marketing, and web[cite: 66].
- Co-developed a secure website with interactive features and SEO best practices[cite: 70].
- Developed real-time advertising news projects via large format LCD screens in high-profile lobbies[cite: 71].
- Managed a staff of 3 and collaborated to plan all promotional and corporate identity materials[cite: 67].
Ongoing (20 Years)
Chicago, IL
Selected Freelance Contract Work
Various Clients
Developed web and creative solutions for diverse clients including:
- Johnson & Johnson: Produced realistic 3D renderings and interactive Flash-based animations[cite: 23].
- Anatol Equipment: Redesigned website for large-scale production, incorporating eCommerce and dealer portals[cite: 25, 26].
- Startek Lighting America: Modernized branding and online presence with responsive web design[cite: 29].
- JMG Agency: Achieved new branding presence and high-performing 3D visuals[cite: 21].
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Computer Animation
The Illinois Institute of Art | Chicago, IL | 2001 [cite: 76, 77]
Master's Studies in Mathematics
University of Innsbruck | Austria [cite: 78]
Certifications & Languages
- Certification: WalkMe Builder Certificate [cite: 80]
- Languages: English, Bosnian, Croatian, Serbian (Fluent)[cite: 82]; German (Conversational) [cite: 83]