Dixons Stores Group
Hemel Hempstead
Herts
July 1997 - Present
Communications Projects Manager (11/98 - Present) (Salary £14,000)
Originally starting as a Communications Assistant in July 1997, I was promoted to the role of Communications Manager dealing with internal communications for The Link chain of stores in December 1997.

I was then given responsibility for all special communications projects for all of the DSG chains in December 1998

Job Description Designing and overseeing the printing of promotional material (leaflets, mailshots) advertising deals and promotions to the public.

Designing and developing the Visual Mechandising department's website, part of the DSG Intranet.

Briefing and liasing with external agencies (designers, freelancers, printers) on large communication projects such as packs for new product launches.

Key Skills Developed Ability to work as part of a team but take responsibility for my own projects.

Time management and organisation to meet tight deadlines.

Liasing with print companies and freelance workers to ensure work is completed on time.

Experience with a wide range of software packages including Freehand 8, FrontPage 98, Flash 3, QuarkXPress, Adobe Photoshop 4