OBJECTIVE //
To help my client's communicate to their customers through strong visual design.
EDUCATION //
» Graduate of Batavia High School (1999-2003)
» Graduate of Roberts Wesleyan College (2003-2007)
- Studio Art - Concentration in Graphic Design
- 3.9457 Cumulative GPA
- Summa Cum Laude
- Student Association
- Resident Advisor
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY //
» Adobe Photoshop
» Adobe Illustrator
» Adobe InDesign
» Adobe Dreamweaver
» HTML / CSS
» jQuery
» Microsoft Office
» Apple iWork
» Mac and PC platforms
EXPERIENCE //
Art Director, Mirror Show Management - (September 2009-Present)
While at MSM, I've gained valuable knowledge in applying visual design to a physical space, specifically exhibit design. My position has required strong skills in time management, tight deadlines, spacial relation, client interaction, presentation of work and being a true team player.
Graphic Designer, Bob Wright Creative Group - (October 2006-August 2009)
For close to three years I worked on both individual and team-driven designs, with projects ranging from print layout, illustration, web interface design, and HTML/CSS programming. I learned how a design firm functions, specifically in regards to print file preparation, client relations, team driven design and making deadlines.
Freelance Designer - (2004-2007)
As a freelance designer, I have utilized my skills to provide corporate identity for both local and regional companies. The experience has provided the opportunity to estimate job costs and work with a client to accomplish his or her design goal.
IT Technician & Summer Software Upgrade Manager - (2002-2007)
As a member of the Batavia City School District's IT staff, I applied my knowledge from the High School Cisco Networking Program to the networking technology field. I learned how to work under the guidance of more experienced employees, accomplished given tasks and was promoted to a summer management position in 2005.