MICHAEL DUNTZ GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Kansas City | 816-695-2744 | mduntz.designer@gmail.com | www.michaelduntz.com

WORK HISTORY EiKO Global, LLC | Olathe, KS

Senior Graphic Designer
August 2022 - February 2023
• Guided a design team of three, enforcing strict adherence to branding standards; implemented regular
training sessions on brand guidelines and available templates.
• Spearheaded the launch of a product centric e-commerce site, leading to a 60% surge in online sales
and a 35% improvement in customer engagement metrics.
• Orchestrated all sales and training graphic design initiatives for a multinational corporation, resulting in
a 25% reduction in training time across departments.

The Personal Marketing Company | Lenexa, KS

Graphic Designer
May 2021 - March 2022
• Conceptualized and produced bespoke artwork for all printed materials, including monthly and quarterly
publications, resulting in a 40% increase in reader engagement.
• Crafted customized online sales templates for 300+ sales agents, leading to a boost in customer acquisition
rates through targeted and personalized communication strategies plus a 30% reduction in response time
to customer inquiries.
• Monitored a close partnership with the client services department to verify the accuracy of all printed materials,
leading to a 98% accuracy rate and surpassing client expectations for quality and precision.

TicketSmarter | Overland Park, KS

Contract Graphic Designer
January 2020 - July 2020
• Managed the creative department in the development of activation assets for 250+ clients, adhering to
brand guidelines and templates.
• Directed the implementation of brand guidelines on 50+ marketing collateral pieces including physical
and digital assets, ensuring consistent messaging and imagery across all channels.
• Supervised all external design agencies to uphold brand identity and drive market positioning; increased
brand awareness by 50%.

Herff Jones | Edwardsville, KS

Production Artist
October 2017 - October 2019
• Conceptualized and delivered over 30 innovative yearbook cover proofs annually for schools from
elementary to college, incorporating unique design elements and branding strategies, resulting in
increased engagement and school spirit.
• Enhanced quality control process for yearbook cover proofs by inspecting color accuracy, ensuring
functional links, custom dies and inks properly trapped, and verifying optimal photo resolution resulting
in a 45% decrease in printer delays.
• Orchestrated communication between internal sales associates and school representatives, ensuring
seamless collaboration on finalizing and approving artwork submissions increasing arrival time by 85%.

Missouri Lawyers Media | Kansas City, MO

Lead Graphic Designer
July 2015 - September 2017
• Formulated and executed customized special event publications to meet client demands, driving a 50%
surge in client retention rates.
• Directed quality control assessments on all published materials, working closely with print vendors to
uphold rigorous standards and brand integrity, resulting in a 25% improvement in print quality and
customer satisfaction.
• Created engaging Microsoft PowerPoint special event presentations for annual events sponsored by
the magazine and/or newspaper, ensuring alignment with event-specific design elements, resulting in
a 20% increase in audience interaction and post-event follow-up engagement.

SOFTWARE • Adobe InDesign • Dropbox • Microsoft PowerPoint

• Adobe Photoshop • Google Suite • Trello
• Adobe Illustrator • NetSuite • Workzone

CERTIFICATIONS • Adobe Design Essentials Specialist • Adobe Illustrator Specialist

• Adobe InDesign Specialist • Adobe Acrobat Specialist
• Adobe Photoshop Specialist • WordPress Essential Training

EDUCATION Continuing Education | Adobe Design Essentials Specialist | April 2017

Johnson County Community College | Overland Park, KS
Bachelor of Science | Applied Advertising | May 2013
Northwest Missouri State University | Maryville, MO