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ABOUT

I’m passionate about creating visually stunning brands and designing functional, user-friendly websites that drive results.

Skilled in creative direction, client relationship management, and strategic planning, I excel at turning visions into successful outcomes. With an entrepreneurial mindset and deep expertise in design and marketing, I’m eager to contribute to a dynamic team committed to driving impactful creative initiatives.

Melissa Winebrenner Creaive Director

Skills

Creative & Design Skills

Art Direction
Branding
Graphic Design
Web Design
User Interface (UI) Design
User Experience (UX) Design
Creative Problem Solving
Web Development

Marketing & Digital Strategy

Digital Strategy
Marketing Strategy
Social Media Marketing
SEO
e-Commerce
Digital Media
Analytics
Web Content Writing

Business & Project Management

Business Strategy
Project Management
Strategic Planning
Vendor Management
Client Relationship Management
Account Management
Sales
Leadership
Time Management

Interpersonal & Development Skills

Communication
Collaboration
Adaptability
Critical Thinking
Teamwork
Coaching & Mentoring
Training and Development
Leadership
Coaching & Mentoring

Tools & Software

Design & Creative Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat)
Canva
Wix
Square Online

Showit

Squarespace
WordPress

Project Management & Collaboration Tools

ClickUp
Dubsado
Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms)
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Zoom

Google Meet

Analytics & Marketing Tools

Google Analytics

Google Data Studio
MailChimp

Wix Ascend

e-Commerce & Web Management Tools

Square Online (for managing online stores)
WooCommerce (for WordPress e-Commerce)
Google Search Console (for website performance)
Stripe &PayPal (for payment processing)

Experience

Creative Director & Owner

July 2006 - Present

Winebrenner Designs LLC

Founded and operate Winebrenner Designs, an online agency specializing in branding and website design for small and medium-sized businesses. (www.winebrennerdesigns.com)

Consultant

July 2006 - July 2009

Camp Fire USA

Managed access and posting to company intranet. Completed graphic design projects as needed.

Training Production Supervisor

December 2003 - March 2005

H&R Block

Led a team of Graphic Specialists to improve production efficiency by standardizing workflows, upgrading software, and managing vendor relationships. Additionally, provided QuarkXPress training, negotiated extended deadlines with printing vendors, and ensured the seamless delivery of tax textbook materials.

Training Production Coordinator

September 2003 - December 2003 

H&R Block

Managed the production and distribution of tax training materials, providing technical guidance on design tools and coordinating schedules to meet publishing deadlines. Acted as the primary liaison with vendors, streamlined workflows by integrating new software, and led training sessions to improve production quality.

Program Design Manager

June 2001 - September 2003

Camp Fire USA

Designed and produced communication assets and online training materials, overseeing curriculum development and revisions while collaborating with program teams. Led creative initiatives for packaging and production, and acted as a key liaison with National Field Staff Directors to ensure alignment and effective execution of projects.

Website Data Administrator

January 2000 - November 2001

Post Properties

Managed The Post Home Finder Service, overseeing content updates for the website and collaborating with marketing and advertisers to create impactful online listings and banner ads. Generated $12.5 million in revenue by establishing service policies and procedures, while mentoring staff and pioneering remote work within the company.

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Awards & Achievements

Best Web Designer in Olathe (2020-2024)

Recognized by Expertise.com for exceptional web design.

Best of Award for Kansas (2022 & 2023)

Honored by UpCity for excellence in web design and marketing.

Top Web Designer (2021)

Awarded by UpCity for outstanding web design services.

Wix All-Star Award (2015)

Recognized for outstanding contributions to the Wix design community.

Looking for new talent? Contact me.

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