Creative Agencies

Creative Director

• 19 years of proven experience in Design and Marketing.
• Knowledge of all stages of the marketing and design process from concept to       
  development/refinement and production as well as pre-press processes.
• Creativity, planning, attention to detail and exceptional time management skills.
• Adept at leading other designers as well as collaborating in a team environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills as well as excellent analytical skills.
• Equally proficient with PC and MAC using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat and 
  Microsoft Office. Knowledge of FTP software, PrintShop Mail & BarCode Pro.
• Writing, editing and proofreading experience.
• Speak and write Spanish fluently.

Specialties: Project Management, Leadership, Copywriting, Translations, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Catalog Production, Vendor negotiation

We are a boutique Orange County based creative firm specializing in branding, print and web design. Our team also provides supporting services including copywriting, brand development, communications and online marketing.

CREATIVE SERVICES:

• Web Design and Development
• Branding/Corporate Identity Programs
• Brand Development
• Advertising Campaigns
• Invitation Design
• Direct Mailers & Newsletters
• Signage
• Email Marketing
• Trade Show Signage Design
• Marketing Packets, Brochures & Catalogs

• Collaborate to launch monthly, data comprehensive marketing campaigns 
 for multiple automotive clients nationwide
• Responsible for monthly email marketing campaigns as well as DirectAlert website maintenance 
• Support AutoAlert Corporate Marketing initiatives including collateral, newsletters, 
 show signage and trade publication advertisements

•Designed packaging, POP and miscellaneous collateral for Home Depot, OSH and Marvin's
•Responsible for adhering to strict brand standards across 3 product lines
•Executed product photography and composition
•Experience creating UPCA, SCC and ITF barcodes
•Expertise in dealing with complex Data Merges using Adobe InDesign

Graphic Designer

•	Designed packaging, catalogs, brochures and other collateral (including copywriting, photography, new products, and vendor management)
•	Manage all print media placements and art design.
•	Coordinated packaging printing with overseas and local vendors
•	Manage day-to-day details of trade show planning and execution including booth layout and design, graphics, product and literature orders, accommodations, equipment, etc.
•	Extensive proofing for all marketing materials including but not limited to: catalogs, brochures, flyers, packaging and websites.
•	Supervised other graphic designers.

•	Started graphic department from ground up. 
•	Designed collateral such as: spec sheets, display materials, catalogs and brochures.
•	Comprehensive management of 3 websites including direction in marketing and design. 
•	Maintained marketing collateral and promotional item inventory levels. 
•	Wrote press releases for distribution to trade publications and trade associations as well as copy for brochures and catalogs.
•	Created print ads for magazines and newspapers.

Marketing Coordinator

•	Started graphics department from ground up.
•	Designed catalogs, brochures, mail pieces, manuals, advertisements and tradeshow graphics.
•	Coordinated mailings including database management. 
•	Executed packaging and POP signage for products in Lowe's®, Sears®, Home Depot®,
•	Costco®, ACE® and Target® stores. 
•	Managed company website as well as intranet site. 
•	Responsible for all photography and merchandising displays.
•	Maintained marketing collateral and promotional item inventory levels.
•	Supervised other graphic designers.

Graphic Coordinator

Find out detailed information about Jaime Hurtarte, Creative Director in Lake Forest, CA

Jaime Hurtarte: Creative Director in Lake Forest, CA

Jaime Hurtarte

JHGraphix Design & Advertising

DirectAlert / AutoAlert

HD Supply, Inc

R & M Supply, Inc.

Mesa Garage Doors

Corona Clipper, Inc

Spectrum Automotive Solutions

Murr & Associates Advertising

Platt College