Body: Elmira, NY * June 2, 2014 - Howell Liberatore & Associates, Inc. is proud to announce the addition of two full-time positions to their Art Department. Eric Parks and Andrew Philpott, both Graphic Designers, bring fresh perspectives to Howell Liberatore & Associates (HLA) adding to their dynamic account team."Adding these two very talented individuals to our team, enables us to create even more remarkably customized communications materials for our clients," explains Eiron Smith, President of Howell Liberatore and Associates, Inc. "I know that their combined skills, paired with the rest of the very talented HLA staff, will allow us to keep up the pace as we continue to grow the agency and enhance our capabilities."Parks first became involved with the HLA team in September 2013 as a Freelance Production Artist. Impressed by his knowledge, dedication, perseverance, and design capabilities, HLA brought Parks on as a full-time Production Artist in February, 2014. Parks resides in Corning, NY and is originally from Knoxville, PA.As Production Artist, Parks designs and assists in the creation of a variety of print, web, and branding projects. Prior to joining HLA, Parks interned at Mountain Home Magazine where he assisted with advertising design and content layout for the monthly publication. Parks is a graduate of Mansfield University with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Graphic Design, with an emphasis in Print.Philpott, a graduate of the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Graphic Design, graduated Summa Cum Laude with Dean's List recognition. Philpott brings a modern approach to digital/web, mobile, and print design to the agency. Philpott was first brought on as a graphic design intern for two terms and quickly "wowed" HLA with his creative approach, illustration talents, and design ideas. Philpott is a native of Elmira and started at the agency on June 2.As a new Graphic Designer, in collaboration with the HLA team, Philpott will create unique concepts and designs, for use on a variety of materials online, in broadcast, or in print. Philpott's expertise in illustration, animation, concept development, and publication and print design has already proven to be a true asset for HLA.