We create elegant and unique digital solutions for people to enjoy.

I have been in graphic development and design for over twenty-five years. My philosophy is to provide economical options to clients that provide outstanding results. I am dedicated to finding custom solutions that aid even the most budget conscious client utilize every design option they have.

 

I have experience that ranges from work on Fortune 50 designs to beginning small businesses. Ingenuity, imagination, professionalism and determination help me partner with clients to both reach the next level. I have advanced proficiency in many graphic software packages; excellent software and hardware troubleshooting skills; thorough knowledge of scanning images, including color correction and retouching; and advanced knowledge of printing properties and printing techniques, including implementation of color management. I provide excellent and professional customer service skills when communicating with clients; and the ability to work independently or as a team member in a fast-paced, short turnaround situation.

 

Having been in the industry for years, I have found that reaching my most valued client is based upon what I can do for you.
I aim at providing solutions that exceed my clients' expectations.

 

Contact Claude today for a free consultation at:

ctybaert@comcast.net

 

EXPERIENCE

 

Senior Graphic Designer

AECOM (Formerly URS Corporation)

Germantown, Maryland

12/07 - Present

Responsible for design, planning and production of visual media and preparation of artwork using a variety of methods, techniques and materials. Produce a variety of graphic service products including: displays, presentations, briefing materials and literature. Exercise creative judgment and capabilities to plan and produce aesthetically composed visual products using appropriate media and composition. Recommend methods and materials to meet customer requirements and provide products in a timely manner. Involved in complete layout from initial design to finished product. Provide technical assistance to other departments to assist in translating their graphic needs to the appropriate visual products. Experience includes graphic products for print, web and electronic publications.

 

Senior Graphic Designer

Aquent (Contractor for U.S. Department of Health and Human Services)

Rockville, Maryland

11/03 - 11/07

Provided consultation, design, and technical services with an attention to detail. Offered a wide variety of visual communication products which include, layout, design and production of brochures, posters, web design, publications, exhibits, displays, presentations, signs, awards, flyers, plaques, and conference materials.

 

Senior Graphic Designer

Rieger Communications

Gaithersburg, Maryland

1/89 - 3/98

3/99 - 3/03

Created a variety of computer-generated graphic products, ranging from 35mm slides to exhibit-sized prints. Activities included creation and production of standard business presentations, scanned images, image enhancement, and image file translation. Services were provided to a wide range of clients, Federal, corporate, and industrial. Consulted with clients and worked closely to provide the best product for their needs.

 

Senior Graphic Designer

Science Applications International Corporation

Germantown, Maryland

3/98 - 2/99

Responsible for design, layout and preparing artwork for use in various graphic services products including: displays, presentations, briefing materials, literature, and web pages. Exercised creative judgment and abilities to select appropriate media and composition. Selected appropriate graphic design software applications, and output devices. Recommended methods and materials to meet customer requirements. Completed layouts from initial design to finished product. Provided technical assistance to other departments by translating needs into graphic capabilities.