Annette C. Sage: Experienced Creative + Marketing Management Professional with a Proven Track Record of Creative Excellence
Annette C. Sage
Creative Solutions to Grow Your Business.™
Objective:
Passionate creative strategist and seasoned marketing professional eager to drive impactful campaigns and foster brand growth through Art / Creative Direction and Advertising and Marketing Management roles, poised for advancement opportunities.
Profile:
Dedicated and innovative team player committed to advancing business growth through dynamic strategies in business development, marketing, and corporate branding. Fueled by a passion for excellence, my mission is to guide businesses towards success while achieving personal and professional fulfillment.
Specialties:
- Advertising
- Marketing
- Branding
- Growth Marketing
- Business Development
- Business Consulting
- SEO / SEM
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media
- Analytics
- Lead Generation
- Strategy
- Planning
- Development
- Execution
- Project Management
- Creative Direction
- Art Direction
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Brand Identity
- Print Design
- Editorial Design
- Advertising Design
- Stationery Design
- Desktop Publishing
- Packaging Design
- Web Design
- Presentation Design
- Display Advertising
- Video Production
- Interactive Media
- Photography
Technical Skills:
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
- Fireworks
- ImageReady
- QuarkXPress
- Freehand
- Flash
- Dreamweaver
- HTML / CSS
- JavaScript / ActionScript
- Visual Studio
- After Effects
- Premiere Pro
- Soundbooth
- Final Cut Pro
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- PowerPoint / Keynote
- Excel
- Publisher
- Outlook
- Acrobat
- CRM (Hubspot, etc)
- MailChimp & other ESPs
- WordPress & other CMS
- CPanel
- Ahrefs
- Moz
- SEMRush
Education:
| Professional Studies – 2009 | Gnomon School of Visual Effects – Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA |
| MBA – International Marketing – 2006 | American InterContinental University – Los Angeles, CA |
| BA – Visual Communications – 2005 | Platt College – Alhambra, CA |
| Multimedia and Web Design – 2001 | The Art Institute of California – San Diego, CA |
| AAS – Commercial Art – 1996 | SUNY – Sullivan County Community College, Loch Sheldrake, NY |
| AAS – Photography – 1996 | SUNY – Sullivan County Community College, Loch Sheldrake, NY |
Experience:
- Orchestrated successful user onboarding strategies resulting in heightened engagement and notable sales growth.
- Spearheaded the development, production, and deployment of diverse advertising and marketing collateral, encompassing corporate identity materials, brochures, print advertisements, catalogs, whitepapers, presentations, videos, banner ads, emails, websites, landing pages, infographics, webinars, as well as content and blogs.
- Collaborated with editors and supervised both in-house and offshore design teams to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials.
- Negotiated with external vendors to secure advantageous terms and services, optimizing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Mentored and instructed students, imparting technical skills essential for the design and execution of interactive multimedia communication projects.
- Managed social media branding initiatives and community building efforts, fostering a strong online presence.
- Directed the end-to-end process of email marketing campaigns, including creation, distribution, tracking, and management.
- Orchestrated events and tradeshows, meticulously planning and organizing logistics to ensure seamless execution.
- Drove business development endeavors, forging strategic B2B partnerships through comprehensive proposal writing and negotiation.
- Formulated and executed data-driven marketing strategies, leveraging analytical insights to maximize return on investment.
- Implemented cutting-edge technologies to streamline advertising efforts, enabling precise tracking and optimization of campaign performance.
Work History:
Owner / Founder / CEO, 2005 – Present
Sage Design Group LLC
Creative Solutions to Grow Your Business.™
“Sage Design Group wants to be the go-to-place for ideas that help CREATE, INSPIRE and GROW profitable businesses through meaningful human connections. We strive to foster results oriented communication campaigns to enhance our client’s image, improve their sales and maximize their ROI.”
Owner / Founder / CEO, 2023 – Present
MERCH + SWAG™
Empowering brands with eclectic merchandise + corporate swag.™
“At MERCH + SWAG™, our mission is to elevate your brand’s presence through high-quality, innovative merchandise that captivates and delights your audience. We strive to provide unparalleled customer service, customization options, and creative solutions, ensuring your brand stands out in today’s competitive landscape. With MERCH + SWAG™, your brand’s identity becomes synonymous with excellence, creativity, innovation and unforgettable experiences.“
Owner / Founder / CEO, 2023 – Present
DREAMSPACE™
Designs that define spaces that inspire.™
“Discover a touch of sophistication for your office space at DREAMSPACE™. We specialize in thoughtfully curated office essentials that strike the perfect balance between style and practicality. From chic desk organizers and elegant office decor to innovative electronics, our collection is designed to elevate your workspace. With a focus on quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction, we’re here to help you create a professional environment that inspires productivity and creativity. Explore our selection today and bring a touch of refinement to your office with DREAMSPACE™.”
Graphic Designer / Marketing Consultant, 2017 – 2019
Kinder Ready™ + Elementary Wise™, Brentwood, CA
CMO / General Manager, 2017 – 2019
Green Bag America, Northridge, CA
Marketing Consultant / Graphic Designer, 2013 – 2014
Camargo Associates, LLC, Cleves, OH
Chief Marketing Officer / Marketing Consultant, 2012 – 2013
BusinessLeads.com, Montebello, NY
Marketing Manager, 2011 – 2012
Country Floors (Marble Systems), West Hollywood and New York
Graphic Designer / Marketing Consultant, 2008 – 2011
InsuranceLeads.com, North Hollywood, CA
Art Director, 2007 – 2008
Jobar International, Inc., Carson, CA
Director of Marketing / Art Director, 2006 – 2007, 2018 – 2019
Applica Inc. (SmartAVI) and iPGard, Burbank and North Hollywood, CA
Multimedia Instructor, 2006 – 2007
ITT Technical Institute, Torrance, CA
