Work Experience

Freelance Designer

(2006–Present)

Freelance jobs involving branding, layout, web design, web development, interactive design, and video editing. Extensive experience in designer-client relations.

Graphic Design Student Worker

College of DuPage (2010–2011)

Created branded signage, info-graphics, and a website for the design department. Lab Maintenance including printer up-keep, inventory management, technology management, and maintaining art displays.

Design and Print Production Associate

Office Depot (Aug 2009–2011)

Layout and production of various customer print applications. Required thorough knowledge in design, print, project production, and press quoting.

Head Graphic Designer/Web Designer

Kidz Kabaret (Theatre Company) (2006–2008)

In charge of all print/web applications including show posters, program layouts, promotional materials, and website design. Provided an array of other technical services including lighting design/setup, prop design/placement, audio/video management, and computer repair.

Education

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Communication Design (May 2013)

College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn IL

Associates of Applied Science, Graphic Design (Spring 2011)

Software Skills

Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, After Effects, Flash Pro, Flash Catalyst, Bridge, Lightroom, Apple iLife and iWork Suites, Microsoft Office Suite, Tumult Hype, Google Sketchup.

Coding

HTML, CSS, Javascript Integration

Additional Technical Skills

Skilled in Photography, Audio/Video Applications, Digital Printing/Mockups, Print Press Quoting, Mac and Windows Operating Systems.

Leadership Roles

Vice President

MIAD AIGA Student Group

(2011–Present)

Gallery Show Coordinator

Student Group Gallery Show

(2011)

Vice President

COD AIGA Student Group

(2010–2011)

Personal Attributes

Creative thinker, passionate, clear communicator, leader, team player, conscientious, hard-working, honest, motivated, receptive, and efficient.