MY OBJECTIVE
Seeking employment in the graphic design industry that fully utilizes and develops my creative, technical, and diverse skills as well as offers the opportunity for career advancement.
SPECIALTIES AND SKILLS
Graphic Design for Web and Print, Typography skills, Logos, Illustration, Identity and Branding, Poster Design, Web Design, Photography including 35mm and Digital
Familiar with Screen Printing techniques, Web coding (CSS/HTML)
APPLICATIONS
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop , Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver
Also familiar with Flash, HTML/CSS, QuarkXPres, basic After Effects,
Extensive knowledge of many file formats and Print and Web Requirements
Proficient in both Windows and Mac environment
EXPERIENCE
Freelance Designer – Signature Home Inspections, Inc.
Redesigned the identity and branding of Signature Home Inspections, Inc
Ensured satisfaction and worked exclusively with owner to meet all needs
Updated and Created new logo, business cards, and Tri-fold brochures.
Freelance Designer – Sherwood Photography
Involved in the Identity and Rebranding of Sherwood Photography
Worked extensively with client to meet all needs and ensure satisfaction
Created new logo, business cards, and Tri-fold brochures.
Freelance Designer –InBloom Landscape Solutions
Created a logo based on client ideas
Implemented the logo into multiple business card and letterhead designs
Client also plans to use the logo on company vehicles
Freelance Designer – Darren Lynch for Game Console Skins
Created multiple skin designs for game consoles including PS3,Wii,and Xbox 360
Worked closely with client to develop ideas and execute the designs
All designs created for game consoles using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop and set up for High Resolution printing
Freelance Designer - Dom Wier / Ripped Blue Jean Music
Designed official logo for Nashville rock musician Dom Wier
Created and arranged all typography and layout on 2 studio albums
Multiple logo variations recreated and printed on promotional items such as guitar picks, T-shirts, Jackets, Stickers, promo CDs.
Designer/Owner - The Pet Portfolio
http://www.thepetportfolio.com
Domain and Business Owner May 2008-Present
Designed and created entire website with Photoshop, Sitegrinder, and CSS
Currently Design all art, manage all sales, marketing, and promotions for website
Web Designer- Laura M. Jackson, Hairstylist Portfolio
Designed website and portfolio for hairstylist, Laura M. Jackson
Created Multi-page site and gallery with Photoshop,CSS, Sitegrinder,and Dreamweaver
Designer/Former Co-owner - The Game Kings
Business Co-Owner - 2003-2006
Designed and set up fully functional online business selling vintage video games to customers all around the world
High volume buying and selling, all positive transactions, on both website and Ebay
Current Domain Owner
Designer/Former Owner - Independent Expressions
Domain and Web Business Owner 2001-2003
Designed all art, involved in the marketing and promotions for online body jewelry business
Managed all inventory and sales activity both online and retail
Retail Client: CD Warehouse (All Nashville Locations)
CURRENT EMPLOYMENT
Capitol City Comedy Club June 2008-Present
Server in a high volume, fast paced environment
Maintain high sales and perform various tasks as assigned by management
EDUCATION
Nashville State Community College
Associate Applied Science, Visual Communications, May 2007
Concentration: Graphic Design
Member: Phi Theta Kappa - International Honor Society
HONORS AND AWARDS
Showtime Networks - 2nd Place Winner / Top 5 Finalist – Dexter T-Shirt Contest
Nashville State College: Best in Show Samson S. Nail children’s book
Nashville State College: Best in Show Human Right Poster Series
Nashville State College: Best Poster Writers Night Music Poster
Member: Phi Theta Kappa - International Honor Society
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