Monday, October 19, 2009

Blanchard Schaefer Advertising & Public Relations Announces Megan Martinez as Senior Designer


Strategic marketing services firm deepens creative talent pool

Blanchard Schaefer has strengthened its team with a new senior designer. The 15-year-old, award-winning advertising & public relations firm has added Megan Martinez, to support both new and existing clients as the agency continues unprecedented growth. She brings extensive experience in both traditional and electronic design for a variety of mediums.

“Adding a designer with the caliber of Megan’s ability helps to improve the agency’s overall creative product,” said Ken Schaefer, president of Blanchard Schaefer. “We literally reviewed hundreds of applicants for this position, and it was clear that her acumen for creativity and expressiveness was a perfect complement for our overall goals. Her outstanding abilities will be a major asset as our firm continues to grow.”

Through the course of almost a decade, Martinez has developed a well-rounded background in design from a corporate and boutique perspective. She previously served as the in-house senior graphic designer for the Dallas Market Center, the world’s most complete wholesale marketplace. Martinez also operated her own design firm, after beginning her career as a graphic designer with the Pavestone Company, a concrete product manufacturer.

She holds a bachelor’s of fine arts degree with an emphasis in graphic design from Texas State University. Martinez is an active volunteer, donating her time to community initiatives including the Trinity River Audubon Center as well as a variety of environmental charitable organizations.

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