J. Gene Ullery-Smith

Resume

Corbin Design
Designer (2007-2010)

  • Analyzed clients wayfinding needs and made recommendations
  • Designed wayfinding systems for various clients including:
    City of Holland, Michigan
    City of Kingsport, Tennessee
    City of Medina, Ohio
    City of St. Louis, Missouri
    Crystal Mountain Resort (Thompsonville, Michigan)
    Forest Park (St. Louis, Missouri)
    Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center (LaCrosse, Wisconsin)
  • Developed design intent drawings
  • Programmed sign locations and messaging
  • Developed production artwork
  • Worked with fabricators to implement wayfinding programs

Design Craftsmen
Graphic Designer (2002–2007)

  • Designed complete graphic programs for exhibits including:
    Dow Gardens, Whiting Forest (Midland, Michigan)
    The Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center (Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania)
    The Western Center for Archaeology & Paleontology (Hemet, California)
    St. Nicholas Center, Traveling Exhibit (Holland, Michigan)
    Zehnder’s of Frankenmuth, History Wall (Frankenmuth, Michigan)
    Marvin Windows & Doors, Heritage Center (Warroad, Minnesota)
    Museum of Transportation (St. Louis, Missouri)
    Wrigley, Global Innovation Center (Chicago, Illinois)
    Fort Des Moines Museum & Education Center (Des Moines, Iowa)
    Tri-County Visitor Center (DuPage County, Illinois)
  • Produced graphic typicals and layouts for client approval
  • Directed assistant in implementation of graphics program
  • Oversaw production to ensure consistent quality

Design Craftsmen
Digital Tech/Graphics Production Specialist (2001–2002)

  • Worked proficiently with various software including Illustrator with CadTools, Photoshop, InDesign, Freehand and Quark XPress
  • Prepared files for final output devices including Lambda, inkjet, screenprint, CNC router, Gerber vinyl cutter, etc.
  • Scanned and retouched high-resolution images
  • Themed props for use in exhibits
  • Screenprinted on and applied vinyl to various substrates
  • Mounted and laminated prints with roller press

Ferris State University
College of Business, Visual Communications (1997–2001)

  • Bachelor of Science in Visual Communications
  • Dean’s List
  • Graduated with honors

References on request; gene@ullerysmith.com