MAKENNA

PARKER

Degree: Graphic Design

Minor: Japanese

• Dean’s List

• Volunteer with Study Abroad Success hub

DESIGN EXPERIENCE

Nebraska One Health Extension Tick Tag Go

June 2022 - Current Contracted Graphic Designer

On an established team of professors, and UNL students I:

Graphic Designer

• Designed and illustrated compelling information on a small, foldable business card, integrating visual elements with text.

• Revamped information materials in Spanish, Arabic, Vietnamese, Karen, and French, showcasing cross-cultural communication and design adaptation for global audiences.

• Engaged in thorough research on various types of ticks and the diseases they carry, ensuring the delivery of accurate and informative content.

Jan - June 2023 Semester Abroad

Japan Kansai Gaidai Asian Studies Program

At Kansai Gaidai University Asian Studies Program I:

• Cultivated a deep understanding of Japanese influence on Western art and design while immersively living in Japan, enriching my design approach with diverse

cultural perspectives.

• Conceptualized, scripted and voiced a video project on a topic of my choice, utilizing learned Japanese grammar skills to effectively communicate ideas.

• Adapted to living independently in a foreign country, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace new experiences and challenges

As a Bartender and server I:

• Enhanced communication and multitasking skills in a fast- paced environment through collaborative teamwork.

• Demonstrated problem-solving expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction through the timely resolution of inquiries and complaints.

• Elevated creativity and innovation through the creation of signature cocktails and the development of distinctive presentation techniques.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Adobe Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Premier Pro

After Effects

Procreate

Cinema 4D

Language

English

Intermediate Japanese

Reference

Marilyn Slattery Art & Soul

Phone: (402) 540 - 7177

Contact

ad491q@r.postjobfree.com

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