MonicaGarrett
F E A R L E S S C R E AT I V E . P O S I T I V E L E A D E R . V I S I O N A R Y M A R K E T E R .
As a graphic designer by trade, I’ve grown into a creative director and brand strategist. I
have a keen eye for style and trends and always begin with in-depth research. My passion
lies in developing brand awareness for businesses to attract their dream clients and by
utilizing strategy to accelerate growth.
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Professional Experience
(5 62) 5 4 4 -2 8 4 8
M O N I C A@ M A RG AU X AG E N CY.CO M
M A RGAUX AG E N CY | JA N . 20 1 5 – PR E S E NT
FO U N D E R + C E O | LO N G B E AC H , C A
M A R G AU X AG E N C Y.CO M
HTTPS:// W W W.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/
MONICAGARRETT/
INSTAGRAM.COM/MARGAUX AGENCY
Volunteering
Specializing in strategic branding, website design and digital marketing for entrepreneurs
and small businesses.
S E LE C TE D AC H I E V E M E NTS
• M
ake high-quality investing decisions to advance the business and increase profits
• Tripled company profits year after year
• Overseeing all operations and business activities to ensure they produce the desired
results and are consistent with the overall strategy and mission
• Supervised a team of 5 in house plus 3 virtual contract staff and implements
collaboration methods to ensure efficient workflow
D OW NTOW N LO N G B E AC H
A LLI A N C E (D LBA )
M A R K ETI N G & CO M M U N I C ATI O N S
CO M M IT TE E | VOTI N G B OA R D
MEMBER & CHAIR
E XC E LE R ATE , I N C . | O C T. 20 17– M A RC H 20 1 9
M A R K ETI N G M A N AG E R | I RV I N E , C A
Education
S E LE C TE D AC H I E V E M E NTS
BAC H E LO R O F A RT, (B . A .)
G R A PH I C D E S I G N
C A LI FO R N I A STATE U N I V E R S IT Y,
LO N G B E AC H - C L A S S O F 20 0 6
LO N G B E AC H C IT Y CO LLE G E
CY PR E S S CO LLE G E
U N I V E R S IT Y O F SO UTH C A RO LI N A
CO LU M B I A , SC (20 0 0 -20 02)
F L AG LE R CO LLE G E
ST. AUG USTI N E , F L (1 9 9 9 -20 0 0)
Skills
A D O B E C R E ATI V E SU ITE CC
W E B D E S I G N & D E V E LO PM E NT
SA LE S F U N N E L C R E ATI O N
A RT D I R E C TI O N
B R A N D STR ATE GY
SO C I A L M E D I A M A N AG E M E NT
E M A I L M A R K ETI N G
SEO
Certifications
G O O G LE A N A LY TI C S I
G O O G LE A N A LY TI C S AC A D E M Y
M OZ S E O TR A I N I N G
Corporate training company for communication training and coaching, delivering the world’s
most innovative communication strategies and coaching for leadership development.
• S
uccessful introduction of innovative branding strategies
• Built content marketing strategy and calendar from the ground up
• Development and delivery of the overall go-to-market plan for online products
including positioning, PR, launches, collateral and events
• Created and executed digital marketing strategy to drive brand awareness
• Supervised a virtual team of 3 members and implements collaboration methods to
ensure efficient workflow
O R A N G E CO U NT Y R E G I STE R | JA N . 20 1 5 – N OV. 20 1 5
A RT D I R E C TO R | SA NTA A N A , C A
Solid success directing and implementing a broad range of revenue-generating design
projects, from conception to launch. Partner cross-functionally to build consensus and
ensure projects meet all milestones, deadlines, and budget requirements. Intuitively adapt
to new technology and innovative processes while ensuring compliance with corporate
standards.
S E LE C TE D AC H I E V E M E NTS
• S
ignificantly expanded online presence by leveraging talent for market trend analysis
and contemporary design
• Maximized ROI by building partnerships with third-party vendors, illustrators, web
developers, models, and photographers
O C FA M I LY M AGA Z I N E | AU G . 20 14 – D E C . 20 14
A RT D I R E C TO R | N E W P O RT B E AC H , C A
Initiated and completed new creative direction and brand identity for the magazine.
Increased readership amongst millennial mothers. Leverage strategic vision, business
acumen, and artistic talent to deliver high-impact marketing and print-design.
S E LE C TE D AC H I E V E M E NTS
• R
eceived a national Bronze Award for a cover issue for art direction.
• Created innovative campaigns, branding strategies and out of the box concepts to
effectively reach out to the client’s target audience
• Produced sketches, storyboards and art layouts based on feedback and insights of the
Sales team
• Brainstormed with the creative and sales team to provide unique concepts & design that
exceed clients’ expectations
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Contact
(5 62) 5 4 4 -2 8 4 8
M O N I C A@ M A RG AU X AG E N CY.CO M
M A R G AU X AG E N C Y.CO M
HTTPS:// W W W.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/
MONICAGARRETT/
INSTAGRAM.COM/MARGAUX AGENCY
Volunteering
D OW NTOW N LO N G B E AC H
A LLI A N C E (D LBA )
M A R K ETI N G & CO M M U N I C ATI O N S
CO M M IT TE E | VOTI N G B OA R D
MEMBER & CHAIR
Education
BAC H E LO R O F A RT, (B . A .)
G R A PH I C D E S I G N
C A LI FO R N I A STATE U N I V E R S IT Y,
LO N G B E AC H - C L A S S O F 20 0 6
LO N G B E AC H C IT Y CO LLE G E
CY PR E S S CO LLE G E
U N I V E R S IT Y O F SO UTH C A RO LI N A
CO LU M B I A , SC (20 0 0 -20 02)
F L AG LE R CO LLE G E
ST. AUG USTI N E , F L (1 9 9 9 -20 0 0)
Skills
A D O B E C R E ATI V E SU ITE CC
W E B D E S I G N & D E V E LO PM E NT
SA LE S F U N N E L C R E ATI O N
A RT D I R E C TI O N
B R A N D STR ATE GY
SO C I A L M E D I A M A N AG E M E NT
E M A I L M A R K ETI N G
SEO
F E A R L E S S C R E AT I V E . P O S I T I V E L E A D E R . V I S I O N A R Y M A R K E T E R .
PA PE R CUT I N DUSTR I E S | J U L . 20 0 8 –J U L . 20 14
OW N E R + C R E ATI V E D I R E C TO R | LO N G B E AC H , C A
An event invitation and stationery design studio. Established company as an industry leader
in custom invitation design trends and increased profits with additional printing capabilities
and incorporating new materials such as fabric and stitching.
S E LE C TE D AC H I E V E M E NTS
• D
evelop and manage key relationships with agencies, vendors, and suppliers, providing
marketing solutions to ensure market share growth
• Attended trade shows and managed the coordination of all elements
• Directed creative management and developed a strong incentive-based working
environment that achieved average project profit margins of 60%
• Developing high-quality business strategies and plans ensuring their alignment with
short-term and long-term objectives
K N O C K K N O C K [W H O’ S TH E R E , I N C] | AU G . 20 07– D E C . 20 0 8
D E S I G N E R | V E N I C E B E AC H , C A
Designed wide range of products for core Knock Knock line. Developed custom product
lines commissioned by retail chains including Crate & Barrel, Urban Outfitters, and Michaels.
Executed marketing initiatives including conducting a brand audit, website design, email
blasts, and conventional product catalogs. Mentored junior staff members and participated
in interviewing design candidates. Provided intermittent pre-production assistance when
needed.
S E LE C TE D AC H I E V E M E NTS
•D
esigned package artwork & dielines for factory production; also designed patterns,
and presentation boards for fabrication
• Created planograms for visual merchandising, based on retailers specifications
• Manage corporate identity, utilizing strategic branding to engage employees and
improve revenue growth
• Utilize internal and external design to develop strategic business marketing and
communication plans, while overseeing branding, advertising, merchandising and
promotions for corporate product development
• Manage corporate marketing for key products and events, managing Direct Marketing,
Events and Sponsorships to ensure profitability
• Designed a number of product lines, including Lines for All Occasions, File Folders,
Receitables and Sticky Notes Sets that proved to be strong sellers, inspiring multiple
line extensions, and won a number of design awards
L A B E LTE X M I LL S , I N C . | A PR . 20 07–AU G . 20 07
D E S I G N E R | LOS A N G E LE S , C A
Fashion trim company specializing in creating the brand identity for new and upcoming
companies and continue brand extensions for existing fashion brands such as Hurley,
7ForMankind and True Religion.
F R E E L A N C E G R A PH I C D E S I G N E R | AU G . 20 0 1 –A PR . 20 07
• Developed and implemented designs to existing and new product packaging
• Developed business collateral including sell sheets, catalogs, brochures, posters,
advertisements, and web assets
• Prepared and sent final artwork to vendors to produce
• Prepared and produce web imagery for use by various retailers
Certifications
G O O G LE A N A LY TI C S I
G O O G LE A N A LY TI C S AC A D E M Y
M OZ S E O TR A I N I N G
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Contact
(5 62) 5 4 4 -2 8 4 8
M O N I C A@ M A RG AU X AG E N CY.CO M
M A R G AU X AG E N C Y.CO M
HTTPS:// W W W.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/
MONICAGARRETT/
INSTAGRAM.COM/MARGAUX AGENCY
Volunteering
D OW NTOW N LO N G B E AC H
A LLI A N C E (D LBA )
M A R K ETI N G & CO M M U N I C ATI O N S
CO M M IT TE E | VOTI N G B OA R D
MEMBER & CHAIR
Education
BAC H E LO R O F A RT, (B . A .)
G R A PH I C D E S I G N
C A LI FO R N I A STATE U N I V E R S IT Y,
LO N G B E AC H - C L A S S O F 20 0 6
LO N G B E AC H C IT Y CO LLE G E
CY PR E S S CO LLE G E
U N I V E R S IT Y O F SO UTH C A RO LI N A
CO LU M B I A , SC (20 0 0 -20 02)
F L AG LE R CO LLE G E
ST. AUG USTI N E , F L (1 9 9 9 -20 0 0)
Skills
A D O B E C R E ATI V E SU ITE CC
W E B D E S I G N & D E V E LO PM E NT
SA LE S F U N N E L C R E ATI O N
A RT D I R E C TI O N
B R A N D STR ATE GY
SO C I A L M E D I A M A N AG E M E NT
E M A I L M A R K ETI N G
SEO
F E A R L E S S C R E AT I V E . P O S I T I V E L E A D E R . V I S I O N A R Y M A R K E T E R .
ACCO L A D E S & S PE A K I N G E V E NTS
2021 ShoutOut LA Online Feature
2021 Excellence in Entrepreneurship Nomination Orange County Business Journal
2020 Excellence in Entrepreneurship Nomination Orange County Business Journal
2020 Los Angles Business Journal Women’s Leadership Series & Awards Nomination
2020 Women in Business & The Professions World Awards - Silver
2020 Smart Women in Business Podcast Guest
2020 VoyageLA Magazine Online Feature
2019 AD World Masters Agency of the Year Bronze
2019 Best Branding Agency Design Rush
2019 Best Content Marketing Agency Los Angeles, Ca
2018 Long Beach Bride Guest Speaker Long Beach, Ca
2017 Rising Tide Society Event Speaker Long Beach, Ca
2016 Launched Podcast Modern Entrepreneurs
2015 Design Entrepreneurs Panel CSULB, Design Dept.
2013 Best Magazine Cover National Parenting Media Association
2012 Long Beach Post, 40 Under 40
2009 How Magazine International Design Annual
2008 Communication Arts Design Annual
2008 Print Magazine Regional Design Annual
2008 How Magazine Design Annual
VO LU NTE E R
Downtown Long Beach Alliance
Board of Directors, Chair
Marketing & Communication Committee
October 2021 – October 2022
University of California Riverside, Extension
Board of Advisors
February 2020 – Present
Clean Long Beach
September 2008 – Present
PE R SO N A L I NTE R E STS
• Genuine interest in interior design, modern culture and fashion
• Will think of any reason to dine out with friends
• Loves relaxing at the beach
• Believes sashimi is simply the best!
• Loves dogs (especially my Boston Terrier, Stella)
R E F E R E N C E S U P O N R E Q U E ST
Certifications
G O O G LE A N A LY TI C S I
G O O G LE A N A LY TI C S AC A D E M Y
M OZ S E O TR A I N I N G
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