RICHARD A. DENTON
4744 W.E. Ross Pkwy 38-103 - Southaven, MS 38671
ricky@dentondesign.com

Challenging position with a well-established company that will enable me to utilize my technical and creative skills in both graphic design and photography.

    August 2000 - Present









    October 1999 - July 2000










    October 1997 - May 1999










    May 1996 - October 1997

Methodist Healthcare
Memphis, Tennessee

Graphic Design Specialist

Coordinate the production of graphic elements (brochures, ad layouts, logo design, banners, etc.) for all of Methodist Healthcare's Memphis hospitals and West Tennesse hospitals. Produce these advertising elements using applications such as Quark XPress, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Freehand, and Microsoft Office on Macintosh systems.

http://www.methodisthealth.org

Delta Business Journal
Cleveland, Mississippi

Graphic Designer/Production

Responsible for layout and ad design for journal. Also responsible for logo design, brochure design, stationery setup, and ad layout for various clients. Produce traditional mechanicals as well as computer layouts using Quark XPress, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator on Macintosh systems.

http://www.deltabusinessjournal.com

Creative Visions
Cleveland, Mississippi

Graphic Designer

Responsible for logo design, brochure design, stationery setup, ad layout, web site development and illustrations for various clients. Produce traditional mechanicals as well as computer layouts using Quark XPress, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator on Macintosh systems.

Continue Care Home Health
Cleveland, Mississippi

Production Assistant

Oversee all projects related to company printed material for the purpose of patient care enhancement. Develop new graphics and artwork for the company. Ensure that all final art and graphic material meet project specifications.


    August 1992 - May 1997

Delta State University (accredited by NASAD)
Cleveland, Mississippi

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (B.F.A.)
Major: Graphic Design
Minor: Photography

http://www.deltastate.edu

High level illustration skills in watercolor, pen & ink, and color pencil. Produce layout and concepts with creative flair. Able to create collateral through Quark XPress, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop on Macintosh computers. Excellent photography darkroom skills and lighting techniques.

Gold Winner - "Cath Lab Open House - Physician Referral Program" - 21st Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2004).

Gold Winner - "Le Bonheur Neurologist Recruitment Material" - 21st Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2004).

Merit Winner - "MUH - Physician Hotline Poster" - 21st Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2004).

Merit Winner - "Le Bonheur Pediatric Notes (In-house Newsletter)" - 21st Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2004).

Merit Winner - "Le Bonheur Rehabiliation Services - Direct Mail" - 21st Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2004).

Merit Winner - "Le Bonheur Pre-Operative Services Brochure" - 21st Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2004).

Gold Winner - "Methodist North Radiology Poster" - 20th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2003).

Merit Winner - "Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare Annual Fund Campaign" - 20th Annual Healthcare Advertising Awards, Healthcare Marketing Report Publication Group (2003).

Named "Graphic Designer of the Year" by the Mississippi Delta Advertising Federation for 1997.

Citation of Excellence from Mississippi Delta Advertising Federation for Logo/Trademark Design (1997).

Addy Award from Mississippi Delta Advertising Federation for On-Line Advertising/Web Site Design (1997).

Named "Graphic Designer of the Year" by the Mississippi Delta Advertising Federation for 1996.

Addy Award from Mississippi Delta Advertising Federation for Stationery Package (1996).

Addy Award from Mississippi Delta Advertising Federation for Logo/Trademark Design (1996).