Chris S. Abbott

Riverside, CA *****

tslv7o@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a career as an AutoCAD drafter with a company that promotes professional growth and advancement opportunities while increasing skills.

SUMMARY

Over 18 years experience in computer graphics production work in conjunction with more than 800 hours of hands on Computer Aided Drafting training. Proven motivated, self-starter meeting tight deadlines in a fast paced environment. Previous work week started Sunday night without supervision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Software knowledge includes AutoCAD 2009-2011, Revit Architecture 2010, AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009-2011, Microsoft Office, Windows 7 and XP, Adobe CS4 Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Mac OS-X, QuarkXpress, Page Maker, Preps Imposition and Rampage RIP System. Previous experience as a Dainippon Screen Cadograph operator, and with Inscriber, overlay of text on live video feed.

EDUCATION

January 2011

Westech College School of Technology ~ Moreno Valley, CA

Diploma in Computer Aided Drafting

4.0 GPA

Valedictorian

Coursework

• AutoCAD 2009-2011 Levels I-III and 3D modeling, Revit Architecture 2010, AutoCAD Civil 3D 2009-2011, Civil Drafting Technology.

• Knowledge of National CAD Standard and AIA layering methodology.

Achievements Accomplishments

• Best Use of Technology Award.

• 8 Perfect Attendance Awards.

• 8 Highest Academic Achievement Awards.

• Southwest Bible College new construction project – participated in architectural and mechanical drawings, producing, plotting sheet sets, annotations, tables, redline markups.

• Participated in the design of a sustainable housing project.

New Horizons Computers ~ Riverside, CA

Desktop publishing programs – Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Page Maker

Riverside Community College ~ Riverside, CA

Desktop publishing programs - QuarkXPress, Page Maker

WORK EXPERIENCE

Feb.2011, May 2011

LYYN Inc. ~ Contract

• Generate drawings for Closed Circuit Security & Surveillance TV integration from client sketches.

March – May. 2011 ~ Intern

July – Aug. 2011 ~ Contract

Midwest ATM Services, WFP Construction

• Create drawings for new and existing ATM installations that include Site Plan, Existing Plan, Existing Elevation, Proposed Plan, Proposed Elevation, and Photo Rendering.

Oct.1983 – June 2009

The Dot Printer ~ Irvine, CA

Electronic Prepress Technician

Job responsibilities:

• Preflight and prepare client files for prepress production in commercial printing.

• Review specifications on job ticket.

• Check client files for correct formats and all necessary support files.

• Color correction, retouch and airbrush with Photoshop.

• Type corrections and type set.

• Assemble and imposition for press layout.

• Produce and assemble color proofs for client approval.

• Produce printing plates.

• Trouble shoot software and RIP processing errors and resolve press problems associated with prepress.

• Press checks and rule up.

ACTIVITIES

Over 11 years volunteer work at a local food bank.

• References and letters of recommendation available upon request.

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