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Kevin Derrick

Kevin Derrick

Boston, MA, US

 

About 

Creative project manager with a diverse skill set and a collaborative approach. As part of a larger team, I work with talented people across disciplines to manage communications, branding and identity, web design, photography, product design, service offerings and more.

Elsewhere:

Employment 

Gensler, Marketing Manager

Concept and develop marketing initiatives such as collateral materials, project photography, specialty pieces, PR efforts, and other creative ventures
Provide research and intelligence on new opportunities, practice areas, and existing/prospective clients
Oversee the design and production of proposals, qualifications, and presentations
Develop pitch strategy including research, network mapping, tasks, milestones, reviews
Maintain ongoing communications with media and public relations contacts
Interface with local, regional, and national leaders on marketing, business development, and communications strategies
Provide overall guidance and training to internal team

Sep 2011 - current
 

KlingStubbins, Senior Marketing Coordinator

Act as both an internal and external liaison, coordinating the efforts of executive, mid-level, associate, and junior staff while interfacing with subconsultants, partnering firms, and client representatives.
Won an estimated $2M in design fees as a result of research, writing, design, and production of marketing materials such as brochures, proposals, presentations, resumes, PR communications, and specialty pieces.
Manage digital communications through firm website, social media, and email marketing software.
Establish, organize, and track the success of these efforts via custom reports within web-based analytics.
Initiated audit of boilerplate, reaffirming graphic standards and developed new materials across all categories.
Train colleagues weekly on software, social media, database management, and communications tools.

Sep 2010 - Sep 2011
 

Bahdeebahdu, Design & Marketing Consultant

Designed identity pieces, marketing materials, renderings, and press releases for a lighting, furniture, art, and design studio.
Created M.O.N.A., a distinct bespoke design business, through management of interdisciplinary consultants.
Coordinated operations of project consultants, furniture suppliers, event vendors, and studio interns.
Spearheaded marketing efforts via social networking and media outreach to increase web visits by 32% and be featured in over 20 online/print publications.

Jun 2008 - Sep 2010
 

Floss Barber Inc, Junior Designer

Managed commercial and hospitality interiors projects with budgets up to $300,000 and sizes +/-20,000 SF.
Coordinated multiple design consultants to develop CMS-backed website and electronic/print identities.
Generated interior project renderings that saved the studio over $10,000 in subconsultant fees.

Sep 2007 - Jun 2008
 

Otto Design Group, Design Consultant

Branded, designed, and documented retail spaces, fixtures, merchandise displays, and trade show exhibits.
Developed presentation materials including proposals, client presentations, CD sets, and project renderings.

Jun 2007 - Sep 2007
 

Art Institute of Philadelphia, Information Specialist

Represented institution at school-sponsored events and offsite seminars.
Interviewed and recruited returning students to meet quarterly admissions goals.

Aug 2002 - Sep 2006
 

Education 

Temple University, Web Design

Jan 2011 - Jun 2011
 

Drexel University, Masters, Interior Architecture & Design

Jun 2005 - Jun 2007
 
Jun 2004 - Jun 2005
 

Millersville University, Bachelors, Psychology & Sociology

Sep 1995 - Jun 2000
 

Areas of Specialization 

Skills 



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