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I offer extensive experience in website and computer graphic design within a diverse range of industries. Able to coordinate and form strong relationships with colleagues and clients at all levels; committed team player with excellent organizational and multi-tasking attributes. Creative thinker, highly skilled in the creation and execution of complex and innovative web elements, graphical presentations, and innovative marketing strategies and campaigns. Accustomed to performing in deadline-driven environments, consistently delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Exceptional collaborative and interpersonal skills.
• Dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal
communication abilities.
• Highly skilled in client and vendor relations; talented at building
and maintaining “win-win” partnerships.
• Passionate and inventive creator of innovative design strategies
• Accustomed to performing in a deadline-driven environments.w
• Demonstrated confidence and ability in problem solving.
• Detail oriented and superior organizational skills.
• Excellent multi-tasking abilities.
• Able to utilize creativity for innovation.
• Very professional with a positive and flexible attitude.
• Reputation for personal integrity and hard work ethic.
Platforms: Macintosh OS 9.0/OS X Panther, Windows ME/2000
Software: Adobe Photoshop CS, Acrobat CS, Distiller CS, Illustrator CS,
InDesign CS, QuarkXPress 5.0; Macromedia Fireworks MX 2004,
Macromedia Dreamweaver MX 2004, Microsoft Word, Excel,
PowerPoint, Entourage, Internet Explorer; Netscaper; Safari
Fetch FTP Client; Font Reserve; Disc Warrior; Stuffit;
Norton Utilities & AntiVirus; & Data Pro accounting system
10/2003-10/2005 > Graphic Artist Self-Employed, Gainesville, FL
Designed monthly contracted work for a print broker. Manufactured direct
advertising materials for a wide variety of corporate businesses. Collaborated
with clients on direct advertising pieces for each industries targeted audience.
Successfully translated subject matter into concrete designs for logo/identity
packages, postcards, brochures, business cards, freestanding inserts,
full-color ads, web graphics, brochures, direct mail, imprinted promotional items,
and monthly publication ads. Collaborated with multiple imaging departments to
assure proper document and job preparation. Responsible for over seeing that
documents are correctly prepared for press and correct color separation.
Used a wide range of typography to appeal to specific audiences.
FREELANCE CLIENTS:
Domino’s Pizza. LLC., Hungry Howies, Pizza Pro, Five Star Pizza, City College,
The Coffee House Dinosaurworld, LLC., United Promotional Services, Inc.,
Buena Health & Fitness, Jump Start Marketing
8/2002-5/2003 > Graphic Designer Gainesville Family Magazine, Gainesville, FL
Created 4-color cover art based on the issue’s feature articles. Assembled and
produced a 32 page (black plus 1-spot color) document, layout of feature articles,
artwork and client advertisements. Collaborated with the Editor on the placement
of articles and the positioning of advertisements. Designed ads for retail and
automotive clients. Prepared and formatted digital files for printer to insure accurate
film separation.
3/1998-3/2001 > Senior Publications Representative CAPT, Gainesville, FL
Set up and serviced both new and existing accounts. Identified and trended quality
assurance issues. Processed purchase orders. Issued proforma invoices. Account
Receivable collections and follow-ups.
Associate of Science Graphic Design Technology
Santa Fe Community College, August 2002 |
