Pam Tremble

I’m a Creative Director who leads from a place of inspiration, experience, and empowerment.

I’m the type of creative leader who works shoulder-to- shoulder with my team, clients, and colleagues to see a project through to the end. Give me a great big messy problem and I’ll line up the steps to an innovative solution and create a collaborative work environment where everyone is excited to work together toward the goal. I excel in leading teams for graphic design, video production, and frontend web management.

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I’d love to chat more about my skills, qualifications, and experience. I’m located in Saginaw, Michigan but I enjoy connecting with people all over the world.

pstremble@gmail.com | (989) 372-1372

Skills

CORE COMPETENCIES

Creative Direction & Leadership
Brand Management
Workflow Development
Project Management
Client Communication
Teambuilding
Event Planning & Coordination

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Graphic Design
Presentation Design
Frontend Website Management
Marketing Plan Development
Brand Development
Video Production & Planning
Copywriting

SOFTWARE SKILLS

Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Adobe Rush
Adobe Express & Canva
Microsoft Office
WordPress
Asana

Work Experience

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Creative Director | Creative Operations Officer

Oakland County, Michigan | Department of Public Communications

2020 – Present

Creative Direction & Leadership: Led a dynamic team of creative professionals specializing in graphic design, video production, and front-end website management. Collaborated seamlessly with partner departments to provide creative services and ensure brand consistency across the organization.
Communication: Spearheaded strategic communication initiatives, overseeing workflow development, brand management, and delivering high-quality digital and print graphic design services. Directed multi-media video production efforts while ensuring the implementation of creative direction for countywide messaging.
Website Redevelopment: Achieved a milestone by successfully migrating and redesigning the county’s 3,200-page website, OakGov.com, transitioning from SharePoint 2013 to a custom-built CMS. This transformation, conducted in collaboration with the Information Technology Department, CMS vendor, and 175 countywide stakeholders, showcased a commitment to innovation and user experience.
COVID Education: Executed the development of the award-winning COVID-19 Oakland County Public Health educational website during the pandemic. Additionally, launched a dedicated WordPress website to manage high-traffic vaccine scheduling and waitlists, contributing to efficient public health communication.
Marketing Campaigns: Effectively managed $1.5M in contracts with an external marketing agency, orchestrating five campaigns focused on COVID-19 and Vaccine educational awareness. These campaigns were awarded numerous honors including the Michigan PACE Pinnacle Award.
New Department Development: Collaborated closely with executive administration in 2020/2021 to establish the Department of Public Communications. Led the development of the first centralized marketing and communications department for countywide messaging, which included creating an organizational chart, writing job descriptions, implementing workflows and task management systems, and developing the inaugural $2.8M department budget.

Senior Graphic Designer

Oakland County, Michigan | County Executive Administration

2011-2020

Developed the visual identity of Oakland County, executing graphic design initiatives for both print and digital marketing channels across the organization.

Presentation & Event Design: Collaborated directly with the County Executive, steering the creative direction of the State of the County Address and crafting all graphic elements showcased on stage during the televised presentation.
Marketing Material Design: Engaged in personalized collaboration with communication leads from 13 countywide departments, including Veterans Services, Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center, Economic Development, Management & Budget, County Executive, and media relations. Developed branded materials tailored to convey each department’s unique messages.
Intern Mentorship: Mentored and nurtured the talents of student interns through long-term paid positions and short-term academic assignments. Notably, two long-term interns under my guidance advanced to lead graphic design teams at the department level within Oakland County.
Environmental Design: Designed and executed large-scale environmental graphic installations, leaving a lasting impact on spaces such as the county campus water tower, Animal Shelter lobby, and citywide events like Fire & Ice Festival in Rochester.

Key Skills: Graphic Design | Problem-Solving | Client Communication | Analytical Skills | Time Management

Executive Assistant

Oakland County | Media Relations

2001-2011

As an integral part of county executive administration, I held the role of Executive Assistant and served as the dedicated assistant to the Media & Communications Officer, ensuring seamless coordination and support for high-profile tasks.

Communication Liaison: Facilitated effective communication by answering resident phone calls, responding to inquiries, and providing timely information on behalf of the Media & Communications Officer.
Correspondence Management: Produced polished and accurate correspondence, contributing to the professional image of the county executive administration. Ensured the timely dissemination of information to internal and external stakeholders.
Event Coordination: Played a pivotal role in assisting with community events, showcasing attention to detail in executing successful initiatives that strengthened community relations.
Media Relations: Executed the publication of press releases and assisted with press conference coordination, handling logistics, and ensuring smooth execution to maximize media coverage.

This role demanded a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and efficiency in supporting the media and communications functions within the county executive administration.

Business Owner

Freelance Graphic DesignER

Tremble Creative Services LLC

2011 – Present

As the founder and principal graphic designer of my freelance business, I specialize in delivering comprehensive design solutions across various creative domains. With a focus on precision, creativity, and client satisfaction, I have successfully executed a myriad of projects spanning brand development, logo design, website design, book cover design, interior typesetting, marketing campaigns, social media management, and event design.

Brand Development & Logo Design: Crafted compelling visual identities for businesses and individuals, capturing their essence through logo designs and brand development strategies.
Website Design: Designed visually appealing and user-friendly websites that seamlessly blend aesthetics with functionality, ensuring an engaging online presence for clients.
Book Cover Design & Interior Typesetting: Produced captivating book covers and meticulously formatted interiors, contributing to the visual allure and readability of various publications.
Marketing Campaigns & Design: Led the conceptualization and execution of effective marketing campaigns, integrating design elements that resonated with target audiences and enhanced brand visibility.
Social Media Management: Implemented strategic social media management, leveraging design to create impactful content and foster meaningful online engagement.
Event Design: Conceptualized and executed visually stunning event designs, ensuring a cohesive and memorable experience for attendees.

Through collaborative client partnerships and a commitment to excellence, I’ve established a reputation for delivering innovative and tailor-made design solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.

Founder and Community Builder | “Head Nerd in Charge”

Stationery Nerd | Website, YouTube channel, Facebook group

2017-Present

As the passionate founder of Stationery Nerd, I’ve cultivated a niche community that extends beyond a mere appreciation for stationery—it’s a celebration of creativity, nerdiness, and genuine connection with like-minded enthusiasts.

In-Depth Product Evaluation & Testing: A cornerstone of Stationery Nerd is my commitment to providing comprehensive and insightful unbiased product evaluations. Each review undergoes meticulous testing and scrutiny, ensuring the community receives all the nerdy insights into the quality, functionality, design, and unique features of stationery products.
Community Collaboration: The heartbeat of Stationery Nerd is the thriving Facebook Group, where over 25,000 members come together to share their passion for paper and pens. It’s not just a community; it’s a dynamic space where ideas flourish, collaborations bloom, and stationery enthusiasts find kindred spirits.
Video Production & Personality: Alongside every website, product review is a detailed companion video. From product reviews to creative tutorials, the channel reflects the personality that defines Stationery Nerd — a blend of enthusiasm, authenticity, and a touch of whimsy.
Book Publications & Shop: I’ve written and published over a dozen books. These include guided prompt journals and a wellness journal. Additionally, my online shop has been a hub for digital downloads and unique stationery products.
Strategic Email Marketing Campaigns: Executing impactful email marketing campaigns to a dedicated audience of over 3,500 subscribers. Bi-monthly daily journaling challenges and a regular stationery-themed newsletter foster a dynamic and informed Stationery Nerd community.

Key Achievements:

Established collaborations with renowned stationery brands.
Conducted in-depth product evaluations and testing for authentic reviews.
Nurtured a dynamic community of over 25,000 members.
Authored and published a diverse range of stationery-related books.
Managed an e-commerce shop offering digital downloads and unique stationery products.
Grew an email list of more than 3,500 members and produced regular email campaigns about stationery and journaling.