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Objective
To apply my skills in a creative and challenging environment of a company that will assist me in any advancement opportunities, while I continue to grow as a professional.
Qualifications Profile
Highly creative and multitalented graphic designer with innovative print and web design; Ability to perform under pressure within budget requirements and consistently deliver projects on time; Self-reliant designer with excellent decision-making skills and the ability to foresee future trends in web and graphic design; Dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal communication skills; Highly skilled in client and vendor relations and negotiations.
Technical Proficiency
Graphic Design:
Photoshop CS3, InDesign CS3, Illustrator CS3, Adobe Acrobat, CorelDraw, Microsoft Office.
Web Design:
HTML, CSS, Dreamweaver, Komodo Edit, iMovie, user requirements gathering, interface design, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari, Flock.
Experience
Graphic Design:
Design thumbnails, roughs, and final comps for print advertising; Design and optimize graphics, logos, and images for print and Web design; Communicate corporate identity through design of logos, business cards, stationery and other collateral pieces; Used a wide range of typography to appeal to specific audiences.
Web Design:
Create, update, and maintain multiple web sites; Ensure Web site quality, performance, and reliability while meeting client demands; Ensure a consistent look and feel throughout a web site; Meet and correspond with clients to determine needs for web sites; Perform validation of completed sites including the debugging and testing of sites; Using graphic artistry in design to complement and communicate a web siteÕs intended purpose.
Customer Service:
Provided exceptional customer service support to clients in four unique and distinct service industries to include retail, entertainment, and Web design.
Design Experience
2010
Rainbow Celebrations
Created various marketing materials using Adobe Photoshop CS3 and Adobe Illustrator CS3.
Friends of Pride (http://www.friendsofpride.com)
Designed logo using Adobe Illustrator CS3. Designed and coded web site using Adobe Photoshop CS3 and KomodoEdit; utilized HTML and CSS.
JuJo Productions
Designed logo and business card using Adobe Illustrator CS3.
2008
Bar Poker by Dennis (http://www.barpokerbydennis.com)
Designed logo using Adobe Illustrator CS3, designed and coded web site using Adobe Photoshop CS3 and KomodoEdit.
Made 4 You Creations by Carol Thorne
Designed logo and business cards using Adobe Illustrator CS3.
Computer Solutions Omaha (6 month Internship; Unused design)
Designed and coded web site using Adobe Photoshop CS3 and KomodoEdit.
2007
One in Christ World Missions
Designed logo and stationary using Adobe Illustrator CS3.
Employment History
2010
Toys'R'Us Corporate Guest Relations -
West Corporation, Omaha, NE
2010
Technical Director -
Rainbow Celebrations, Omaha, NE
2010
Web/Graphic Designer -
Rainbow Celebrations, Omaha, NE
2009
ESPN.com Customer Service Rep. -
West Corporation, Omaha, NE
2008
Yellow Page Data Entry Clerk -
InfoUSA, Omaha, NE
2006 - 2008
Ride Operator -
The Amazing Pizza Machine, Omaha, NE
2006
Lead Game Advisor -
GameStop, Omaha, NE
2004 - 2006
Store Associate -
Toys 'R' Us, Omaha, NE
Notable Achievements
2002
Honorable Mention in Graphic Design
California State Fair
Education and Training
Fall 2011
Bachelor's in Applied Science, Graphic Design - Print
Bellevue University, Bellevue, NE
2007
Associate in Applied Science, Graphic Communication Arts and Design
Metropolitan Community College, Omaha, NE
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