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He has a gift of explaining how it will all work leaving you with a total sense of, “Yes! This is exactly what I have wanted but I couldn't put my finger on it.” That is what he has done for my company and he continues to exceed my expectations with each new piece he creates. He is a true visionary and a master marketer. I would recommend his services to anyone.
Darshan Shanti, President
Satori International Inc. |
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Self-motivated, a production whiz, a supportive manager, a technical genius, a Photoshop guru, a creative & talented designer and brainstormer, Vincent has time and time again proven himself to be the most valuable of employees. If that’s not enough, Vincent possesses something that was the most important to me and will be to you... confidence.
Susan Boylan, Creative Director
Starlight Publishing |
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His design sense technical knowledge of computers and software are beyond reproach... He is a dedicated team player, always willing to help others in a bind or in need of information.
Vincent has been a great asset to Starlight. We will miss his sense of humor, commitment, creativity, and computer knowledge.
Daphne Dobecki, Production Director
Starlight Publishing |
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Mr. Thomé walked where few people have; when he searched and participated in the discovery and excavation of gold and silver treasure from the ancient shipwrecks off the Bahama Banks.
He came to Florida with a tremendous amount of honor and integrity, a value that is a rare commodity these days.
Terry Edgecomb, Chairman
Tierra Firmé |
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His rare and unique creative capabilities became immediately apparent in conjunction with his extensive knowledge and efficiency with the technology.
I can, without reservation, personally state that he is a stand up guy, honest, truthful, creative, trust-worthy, and hard working. He is very knowledge-able, steady, ambitious, and is a tireless worker that never complains and is always cheerful.
For these reasons, I enjoy recommending a ‘top shelf’ man of his calibre to the world.
Michael Booth, President
Atlantis International |
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Vincent’s expertise in business was a valuable asset to this firm. I can fully recommend Mr. Thomé for any position that requires technical knowledge of the Digital Imaging industry as well as any position of leadership.
His enthusiasm and ability to tackle difficult situations made him an extremely important staff member. For his sense of humor and overall positive attune I can say without question that he is missed.
Gary Smith, Owner
Rapid Copy Center |
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I was immediately impressed with his patient persistence... I was also intrigued by his curiosity, intelligence, and seeming willingness to do any task put before him.
Time and again, Vince displayed an uncanny ability to create innovative systems of organization for our company’s inventory and produced material.
His ‘can do’ attitude for these projects was always welcomed and appreciated.”
Richard Kuhn, Managing Partner
Vaughn Wedeen Creative |
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Vincent not only creates his own opportunities, but is quick to take advantage of opportunities to improve himself and his leadership skills so that he can better serve others.
He is a credit to his family, a responsible and motivated student with clearly defined career goals, and a certain future leader in his community.
Jay Stephenson, Marketing Teacher
Sandia High School |
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Executive Summary
Seasoned in publishing, advertising, marketing, new media, mass communications and branding, Vincent Thomé has developed his craft and cultivated these disciplines throughout his career. He is a big-picture thinker, able to quickly recognize an organization’s core strengths, value propositions, differentiators, archetypes and challenges. In collaboration with key stakeholders and mindful of ROI expectations, Vincent leverages the brand equity to create effective and strategic campaigns. He is intuitive, versatile and driven fully investing himself in his client’s and projects.
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Roles & Responsibilities
1988-1990 Photo Journalist and Writer
1990-1991 Design Intern
1991-1993 Production Artist
1993-1995 Graphic Artist / Designer
1995-1996 Marketing, Investor Relations
1996-1999 Art Director / Designer
1999-2004 Web Designer / Developer
2004+ Interactive / Brand Strategist
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Employers
reverse chronological
McKee Wallwork Henderson Advertising
ThomboyGFX — Freelance/Consulting
Cummings Company — Seattle, WA, Corporate Communications
Starlight Publishing — Travel & Tourism
Right Reading Digital — Prepress Services
Tierra Firmé — Bahamas, Treasure Salvaging
Atlantis International — Florida, Resort Development
Rapid Copy — Digital Printing Services
S.E.P.S. — Prepress Services
Vaughn Wedeen Creative — Graphic Design
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Freelance/Consulting
alphabetical
Cat Box Creative
Forbes Toppino Advertising
In Like Flynn Design
Kilmer & Kilmer Advertising
Laura Kessleman Jones
McKee Wallwork Henderson
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Michelle Carter Design
Miscellaneous Publications
Rick Johnson Advertising
Studio Hill Design
Tricycle Webworks
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Scope of Projects
• Logos & Identity Packages
• Brochures and Packaging
• Print/Collateral Campaigns
• Magazines, Publications
• Annual Reports
• Web Site Design and Development
• E-Commerce
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• Interactive Campaigns
• Interactive CD / DVDs
• Video / DVD Production
• Presentation Graphics
• Trade Shows
• Copy Writing
• Photography
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Proficiencies
Began writing Basic on Apple and Commodore computers at age 13 and have been proficient with Apple Macintosh since OS 6.01. Entered the field of Graphic Design in 1990 with a command of the technology, at a time when Macs were redefining the industry. Extensive knowledge of these applications and many others.
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Web Development
• Adobe ImageReady
• Adobe Live Motion
• Macromedia Dreamweaver MX
• SoftPress Freeway (WebDev)
• Apple QuickTime Pro
• Content Management Systems (CMS)
Platforms, Environments
• MacOS X (¾ Panther)
• Moderate Windows 2000 and XP
• Networking, file servers, hosting
• 3G Wireless Applications
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Page Layout, Desktop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Acrobat Pro
• Apple: iMovie, iDVD
• MicroSoft Office
• QuarkXPress |
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Published
Adweek’s Technology News Email
“High-Speed Marketing is Changing Advertising” — August 7, 2003
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“Mending the Rift with Media’s ‘Lost Boys’” — August 27, 2004
» View the Adweek Technology News Email
Fast Forward Perspectives:
“High Speed Advertising,” — August 2003
» View the FastFoward Email
“Redefining the Digital Divide,” — April 2004
» View the FastForward Email
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Quoted
Media Life
“Oh, and the Ads? Bud wins again.” — February 2, 2004
Cincinnati Post
“Teens Virtually Perfect for P&G” — February 21, 2004
UnReal Marketing
“Viral Marketing Techniques For Teens” — March 8, 2004
GrowingFast.com
“Knowing the Road Ahead” — December 2003
SoftPress Freeway, March 2001
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