About

| A little History

Life so far

I have been working as a graphic designer since 1997. Prior to that I spent an entire career as an administrator in a county government agency in suburban Washington, DC. You can see all the particulars below in the just the facts section.

My graphic design work has been either doing graphic design freelance jobs or working as the in-house graphic design contractor for small businesses. The latter being what I have become the most proficient at doing. I am the consummate team player with the ability to help a forward thinking small business take their operation to the next level in terms of advertising and marketing the business through print, web, social media and direct mail campaigns. All of my work is done using the Adobe Creative Suite 5 group of design applications which includes Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks and InDesign. I would not hold myself out as a web developer but I can competently design a small business web site using standards compliant tools as well as the WordPress platform.

Just the facts

I was until (October 2009) the in-house Graphic Designer for a company called Foss-AVI where I spent 20 hours of my week. The rest of my time was and is currently devoted to my freelance design business. Foss-AVI is a high-end Audio/Video/Home Automation & Security company in Sioux Falls, SD. I was responsible for the creation of all print advertising. That included direct mail campaigns, post card campaigns, a full color monthly ad in Home Ideas Magazine as well as the design and management of the web site. I did most of the print work in-house on a high-end color printer, the exception being large runs that were sent to a commercial press.

Click the link to view my resume. You may also print a copy if you like.

What I can do for you

Plan. design and implement advertising campaigns that fit your business model & budget.

Design full color brochures, catalogs, flyers, mailers, post cards, newsletters and more.

Design and maintain client databases from which to run your print and email advertising.

Design and/or maintain your small business website.

Web Advertising – Social Media – E-mail advertising – Magazine Layouts – Newspaper Ads.

Create custom presentations for your in-house and external marketing.

I am also a competent digital photographer. Think real estate and promotional materials.

Best of all, I can come to your location with all my own hardware and software. I use the very latest versions of the Adobe Creative Suite and Apple computers and displays. The work I produce belongs to you, I just use my equipment to do it.

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The Team

| I'm a one man band

My name is Gerry Suchy. I have been working as a graphic designer since 1997. My graphic design work has been either doing graphic design freelance projects or working as the in-house graphic design contractor for small businesses. The latter being what I have found to be the most rewarding and become the most proficient at doing.

I am the consummate team player with the creative ability to help a forward thinking small business take their advertising and marketing operation to the next level through print, internet, social media and direct mail media. All of my work is done using the Adobe Creative Suite 5 group of design applications.

If you are interested in working with me, you can contact me via email or calling (605) 941 5352

Testimonials

| A few satisfied clients

It’s always nice when clients say good things about you.

Here are just a few from my collection:

“Gerry Suchy is a very talented and professional individual who enhanced our image and presence in our market. His commitment to excellence and our company was refreshing and not something you get in employees these days. Jason Foss “

Jason Foss – Owner Foss Communications & Security

“through Gerry’s efforts & creativity we were able to provide our retail stores & dealers with the best advertising design & print work we have ever created. Dwayne Rydell”

Dwayne Rydell, Owner Midwest Tire & Muffler

“Your insights, photoshop skills, consultations and mentoring have been priceless in bringing this project to completion. Tim DiMacchia “

Tim DiMacchia, Owner, Tim DiMacchia Photography

“We have worked with gmsdesigns for several years. gmsdesigns did a great job on our website and tons of printed marketing materials. Thank you for your hard work and for providing us the upscale presence we were after!!”

Jerry Cook, Owner, Audio Video Integrations

“I contacted Gerry to design a logo for my construction business. He was very attentive to what my goals were and quickly came up with several ideas for a starting point. The speed which he produced revisions based on my recommendations was nothing short of remarkable. He came up with a logo which is perfect for the type of branding I wished to accomplish in short order.

Needless to say when the time came to come up with a logo and signage for a real estate company I was starting, my partners and I contacted Gerry. He again worked through many iterations unbelievably quickly and soon we had the logo and sign designs we were hoping for. If you are looking for a professional design service with a talent for realizing your goals quickly and on budget, I without hesitation would recommend gmsdesigns.”

Chad Gadbois – Owner, 4th Generation Builders & 3 Rivers Realty

Contact

| Here's how to reach me

Contact Me

Contact:

Gerry Suchy – 6340 Bren Mar Drive, Alexandria, Virginia 22312 Cell Phone: (605) 941 5352

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Call or e-mail me. We can discuss your project. The initial consultation is free of charge.

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