Darlene Battcock

A multi-dimensional visual artist with extensive experience in graphic design, photography, and high-accuracy project management. I offer a high-level "eye" for detail combined with a practical, hands-on work ethic. My career is built on the ability to see inconsistencies others miss, ensuring precision from initial concept through to final print, build, or planting.

A specialist in translating complex concepts into tangible assets, whether through the Adobe Creative Suite or high-tolerance physical construction.

Property Restoration & Landscape Specialist - Structural Artistry Property Restoration

(2015-01 - 2026-12)

• Property Restoration: 10-year track record of restoring, painting, redeeming, and repairing residential properties to high aesthetic and functional standards.
• Reforestation: Successfully hand-planted over 1,000 trees, focusing on landscape architecture and environmental sustainability.
• Horticultural Design: Knowledge in garden aesthetics, stone-wall integration, and native species.
• Woodworking: Proficient in building plywood furniture, trim work, and architectural woodwork.

Graphic Artist & Administrator - Artline (Self-Employed Graphic Artist & Administrator)

(1999-01 - 2015-12)

• Oversee daily office operations, including design layout, website design, and administration for an in-home studio.
• Handled all purchasing, inventory control, and print media delivery.
• Managed high-level communication with customers and printers to ensure 98% accuracy on all deliverables.
• Represented companies at regional trade shows, managing product presentations for diverse clients.
• Precision Proofreading: Developed a line-by-line verification formula to ensure an error-free rate on high-volume corporate projects, preventing costly print errors.
• Design & Photography: Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Catalogue Architecture: Managed the Shaw Brick catalogues (2009–2015) from concept to print, including photography, layout, and contractor coordination.
• Digital Maintenance: Experienced in website design, maintenance, and corporate presentations.

Computer Graphic Artist - Lawtons Drugs Head Office - Burnside, NS

(1990-01 - 1999-12)

• Computer Graphic Artist: Designed print media for over 70 locations across Atlantic Canada.
• Responsible for generating quotes and managing Graphic Arts Department communications.

Honours Graduate - Halifax Business Academy (1988-12)

Honours Graduate - Charlottetown Rural High School (1984-12)

Software Training - Lynda.com (2001-01 - 2015-12)