Pleasant Hill, California, United States
Richard is author and creator of Star Journey Symbol Method, a fun yet powerful tool for self-reflection. This is a holistic method that helps one solve problems, make decisions and explore relationships. It is used by the general public as well as by those in the helping professions such as counseling, therapy, mentoring, nursing and others. Richard has published 3 books on this tool. In the past few years, this system has been expanded into various online and new media, and now reaches a global audience. He leads workshops throughout the year for the general public and for university students. He also teaches in-depth classes as well as presenting papers and presentations at national conferences. Richard has extensive experience as a professional in graphic arts. He has organized and led internal print teams in 4 studios and creative departments. His experience includes senior project management as well as studio and production management, working both in agency and in corporate environments. He is also a hands-on and highly skilled graphic designer and production artist. Richard offers a blend of finely tuned organization skills, excellent communication and people skills, as well as a calm attitude and professional approach in deadline-driven work environments.
The Star Journey deck consists of 96 Symbol Cards containing everyday symbols, which are archetypal in nature and can have multiple meanings. Provided is a guided method for using the cards, or you can develop an interpretation any way you choose. Additionally, there is a geometric Circle Pattern which shows the card symbols mapped within a universal Cycle of Growth and seven Levels of Consciousness (unique to Star Journey).
Project management of design and development of company marketing materials, including complex flyers, catalogs and tradeshow graphics. Studio management interacting with a team of 7 designers. Liaison with related internal teams. Process improvement.
Head of an ensemble design and ad firm, providing print and web services for area business and corporations.
Managed print graphics team of 20 people for internal resource for client communications. Oversaw daily production and operations of client print projects, approx. 1200 jobs per year, revenues of $4MM in 2005. Developed work processes and quality standards. High quality print products, high performance staff, emphasis on client service and meeting deadlines and budgets.