Resume
Energetic Graphic Artist with expertise in developing effectual design solutions. A passion for conceptual thinking and for creating strong brand identities. Skilled listener who interprets and translates jumbled thoughts into strong designs that yields extraordinary results. Utilizes “cultivated” design principles with strong typography and color choices.
Qualifications
Disciplined in Advertising and Marketing Communication, Branding/Identity, Package Design Structural Package Development, Marketing and Research Analysis, Sales Promotion, Direct Marketing, Collateral Publication Design, Digital Photography, Web Site Design, and Enewsletters
Knowledge of print production process, digital prepress, postpress methods including binding and finishing, preflight and file preparation, print estimates, specifications of paper and printing inks, press checks as well as communicating effectively with vendors/printers
Adept in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash Acrobat; QuarkXpress, Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel, FileMaker, HTML, CSS, Colbal and Rhino; on both Mac and PC platforms
accomplishment
Photographer
Lifetouch National School Studios, Austin, Texas 2008-present
Produced positive portraiture experience through excellent customer service resulting in quality portraits with attention to details, such as eye direction, facial expression and proper lighting
• Awarded for assessing and resolving customer issues and concerns
Graphic/Web Designer
MSA Design, 2001-2009
Collaborated with clients to develop design concepts for logos and collateral materials for use in both online and print marketing
• Expanded clientele base through the development of a strong brand identities
• Incorporated waste reduction concepts in design projects
• Coordinated with printers to negotiate reduced production cost
• Met all deadlines and worked with little or no supervision
Graphic/Production Designer
Pill Hill Instant Printing, Oakland, California 1999-2004
Effectively managed, received, and processed design projects from conception to completion for short and long term accounts, such as the City of Oakland, Oakland Housing Authority, and Associated Real Property Brokers (ARPB)
• Administrated printing orders, preflight and reviewed digital files resulting in increased production efficiency
• Improved customer satisfaction by creating and implementing review protocols which significantly reduced proofing and production errors
education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Magna Cum Laude ) Advertising Design, Graphic Design
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) Savannah, Georgia 2008
SCAD Dean’s List, 2005-2008
National Dean’s List, 2005-2006
Studied abroad with Savannah College of Art and Design, Lacoste, Provence, France 2007
continuing education
Multimedia Specialist (Consulting Solutions.Net, Austin, Texas) 2009
Packaging Technology (Institute of Packaging Professionals, St. Paul, Minneapolis) 2008
awards and professional affiliations
Silver Winner, SCADDY Award – Online Advertising
Finalist– Direct Marketing 2008
Recipient, Print and Graphics Foundation Scholarship 2006-2008
Recipient, SCAD Student Opportunity Scholarship 2005-2008
Participate, The National Student Advertising Competition, 2007
Member, Institute of Packaging Professionals current
internship
Junior Art Director
Carol H. Williams Advertising, Oakland, California
Assisted in brainstorming sessions for TV commercials and radio spot concepts for clients, such as Coors Beer
• Proved versatile by volunteering for numerous duties, including mounting presentation boards
Designer
Samdee Graphics (representing Newsweek and Herald Tribune) Accra, Ghana
Aided in the creation of press ads, and negotiation of media buying
• Demonstrated ability to grasp complex ideas, and generate multiple unique design solutions
additional experiences
Floor Manager
Primary Art Supply, Savannah, Georgia 2006-2008
Strengthened team-spirit by promoting a fun work environment
• Developed a system that maximized job assignments increasing productivity
ESL Tutor
Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, Georgia 2006
Devised creative learning strategies which eased and encouraged learning
• Commended for excellent verbal and interpersonal skills by professors and peers