Sandy Williams
Web/Graphic Designer & Multimedia Professional
Profile
Sandy Williams
Web/Graphic Designer & Multimedia Professional
Creative and motivated audio/video engineer, graphic/web designer, and executive assistant with a proven record of managing projects from concept to completion. Has a strong background in design, with 10+ years of experience designing graphic elements for social media, website, and print material. Skilled at making critical decisions during challenges. Adaptable leader with an ability to work independently while still being a vital team member.
Portfolio
Portfolio
Résumé
Résumé
Education
Institute of Audio Research
Audio Engineering
1989 - 1990
I became a certified audio engineer and later went on to record with some of the largest names in the music industry.
Work History
Sandy Williams Designs
Founder/Web & Graphic Designer - Olympia, WA
2007 - Current
Founder and lead designer for graphic and website design firm
- Creates custom print and digital packages adapted to the client’s market
- Designs secure and responsive websites
- Manages all aspects of client relations, staffing and billing
OrgSupport
Graphic/Web & Client Relations - Olympia, WA
2019 - 2022
Integral in managing the daily administrative and graphic/web design needs of 40+ nonprofit organizations
- Designed and maintained websites for new and existing clients
- Created unique graphics for social media, website, and print material including magazines, event signs, and postcards
- Implemented, imported, and maintained CRM platforms
- Partnered with EventSupport to staff in-person events and helped them pivot to online events during pandemic
- Managed online auction platforms
- Designed and maintains client newsletters
- Created video training tutorials for incoming staff
The Compound & Nile Rodgers Productions/Ear Candy Records
Studio Manager - New York, NY & Nashville, TN
1991 - 2000
Studio operational manager for professional sound recording studios The Compound (Nashville, TN) and Nile Rodgers/Ear Candy Records (New York, NY)
- Managed high-profile clients and record label staff
- Hired professional musicians and submitted union contracts
- Ensured equipment and facilities functioned with no room for error
- Directed and trained technical staff
- Maintained and coordinated equipment rentals and purchases
Freelance and Staff Audio Engineer
New York, NY, San Francisco, CA & Nashville, TN
1991 - 2000
Professional recording engineer
- Engineered Grammy-award-winning albums for Emmylou Harris and Alison Krauss
- Worked at prominent studios such as Skyline, Bass Hit, Woodland, and Masterdisk
- Mastered all aspects of the recording process including tracking, overdubs, editing, mixing, and mastering
- A partial list of album credits can be found at the link below:
https://www.allmusic.com/artist/sandy-jenkins-mn0001788311
Nonprofit Volunteer Work
Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia
Board of Director
2019 - Current
Currently serving on the Fundraising and Developmental Committee
- 2019 Haiku Contest Winner held by the Nonprofit Leaders Conference for Coastal and SW Washington – Awarded $500 donation to SOGO
- Helps develop and implement successful fundraising strategies
- Participates in ongoing outreach to donors
- Contributes to the content and graphic design of newsletters and marketing material
Programming Skills
Designer Skills
Language Skills
References
References
REFERENCES
Carrie Swindler
Business Manager
The WA Center for the Performing Arts
clswindler@yahoo.com
360.701.5578 (cell)
360.753.8585 ext. 105 (office)
Former Colleague
Carrie Penkman
Administrative Assistant
WA Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction
503.260.3828 (cell)
360.725.6000 (office)
carrie.penkman@gmail.com
Former Colleague
Anne Larsen
Chief Operating Officer
EventSupport
(Partnered with OrgSupport)
360.753.7442 (office)
360.456.4601 (cell)
anne@eventsupport.events
Former Colleague
Stacie Anderson
Business Manager
Anchor Physical Therapy
253.222.7839(cell)
rossstacie@comcast.net
Website Client
Contacts
Contacts
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