Zulu portfolio 04-20-16

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Richard ZuluagaContent ManagerDigital Media and Print SpecialistDesign and Marketing Support Expertzu@zuqumedia.com

Seasoned professional well versed in digital production, standardizing and Streamlining processes and content creation and activation.

Hybrid and versatile skill set reflects digital capabilities, extensive experience in the print And marketing arenas, a strong creative backbone and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Areas of expertise include: Consumer Content Platforms, Design, Collateral Marketing, Advertising, Campaign Conceptualization and Personnel and Operations Management.

Founder of a boutique creative and branding agency specializing in corporate identity, logos, package design, advertising campaigns and marketing collateral materials.

Shown: Designed Identity for NGLC Media, Marketing & Entertainment Conference. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final Artwork was used for print and on-line media. Items included a conference program, on-line banners, blog header and splash page artwork, HTML email assets and conference sign-age.

Richard ZuluagaZuQu MediaCreative Director/Partnerzu@zuqumedia.com

Shown: Designed Identity for TEDx Washington Heights. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final Artwork was used for print and on-line media. Items included a conference program, on-line banners, blog header and splash page artwork, mobile app, email assets and conference sign-age.

Shown: Máximo Report. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final File Format Was A PDF.

Shown: Univision Radio La Kalle Local Radio Station Outdoor Media Campaign. Produced Campaign From Concept to Completion. Media Included, 30 Sheet, Billboard and Urban Panel, King Size Bus Poster and Bus Tail, Subway 2 Sheet and Interior Cards, Phone Kiosk, Triple Wall and Wall Scape, Posters and Post Cards.

Shown: City College of New York Division of Interdisciplinary Studies at the Center for Worker Education Lecture Series Event Program and Poster. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final File Format Was A 2 Page Program and Poster.

Shown: City College of New York Division of Interdisciplinary Studies at the Center for Worker Education “Is Hip Hop History?” Conference Program and Poster. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final File Format Was A 2 Page Program and Poster.

Shown: City College of New York Division of Interdisciplinary Studies at the Center for Worker Education “Is Hip Hop History?” Conference and “Book Talk” Lecture Series Posters. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final File Formats Were A 2 Page Program and Poster.

A key member of the Univision Communications Corporate Marketing team who oversaw the development and maintenance of the corporate website, including supporting major site updates and also managed the coordination and fulfillment of digital assets for the site.

Functioned as the day-to-day liaison between external digital agencies and vendors to guide strategic content initiatives and institute an optimal user experience.

Shown: Details of the Univision Communications Inc Corporate Website.

Richard ZuluagaUnivision Communications Inc.Corporate Web Manager for Univision.netzu@zuqumedia.com

Collaborated cross-functionally to art-direct and design customized assets, email campaigns, promotional materials, ads and info-graphics for Marketing Creative Services, Corporate Communications and Ad Sales Marketing.

Shown: Interactive On-Air Talent Sheets. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final File Format Was AnInteractive PDF.

Collaborated cross-functionally to art-direct and design customized assets, email campaigns, promotional materials, ads and info-graphics for Marketing Creative Services, Corporate Communications and Ad Sales Marketing.

Shown: Internal Monthly Communication. Created using Adobe Creative Suite. Final File Formats Were An Interactive PDF, HTML Email and Blog Post.

The creative lead and operations manager behind Batanga Latin Music and Latino University magazines.

Upheld and successfully implemented the brand vision and mission across three divisions: Batanga.com, Batanga Publishing and Batanga Live.Shown: Covers of Batanga Latin Music and Latino University Magazines.

Richard ZuluagaBatanga (formerly Latcom Communications) Creative Director/Publisherzu@zuqumedia.com

Led and managed design team, illustrators, and photographers. Coordinated production and preparation of digital files for pre-press (film separations, match prints, color keys).

Liaised with printers, negotiated rates, checked proofs, conducted press checks, and maintained quality control and deadlines.Shown: Cover of Batanga Latin Music Fall Music Issue and Opening Spread to Cover Story.

Liaised with printers, negotiated rates, checked proofs, conducted press checks, and maintained quality control and deadlines.Shown: Cover of Latino University Magazine and A La Moda (Fashion) Section.

Liaised with printers, negotiated rates, checked proofs, conducted press checks, and maintained quality control and deadlines.Shown: Batanga Live promotional collateral. Posters, Flyer’s and Email artwork.

A founding partner for a pioneering multicultural media and marketing enterprise. Collabora-tively developed the vision for a multi-platform media company. Established the entire brand image.

Shown: Covers of Urban Latino Magazine.

Richard ZuluagaUrban Latino Media GroupCreative Director/Founding Partnerzu@zuqumedia.com

Led and managed design team, illustrators, and photographers. Oversaw photo shoots, illustra-tion, magazine production and design. Coordinated production and preparation of digital files for pre-press (film separations, match prints, color keys).

Liaised with printers, negotiated rates, checked proofs, conducted press checks, and maintained quality control and deadlines.

Shown: Cover of Urban Latino Magazine and Opening Cover Story Spread.

Shown: Fashion Story Inspired by Coffee Table Book “The Golden Age of Mexican Cinema”.

Shown: Cover of Urban Latino Magazine and Opening Cover Story Spread.

Shown: Marqueta product review section.

Conceptualized, designed, and produced promotional, marketing, and sponsorship materials, including corporate identity, logos, advertisements, brochures, direct mail, and other collateral materials.

Shown: Logos designed for ULM Clients.