Michael A. Wilder
**** *********** ***** * Capitol Heights, MD 20743
301-***-****(H) * 240-***-**** (C)
**********@*****.***
UPROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook, and Publisher
. Ability to use Email, Research Database, and Internet Applications
. Organize and maintain paper and electronic files
. Excellent Data entry skills
. Skillful in spelling, grammar, and proofreading
. Detail oriented and multi-task in fast-paced working environments
. Ability to work under supervision and independently
. Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal, and presentation
communication skills
. Assist with preparation of proposals and presentations to prospective
and existing partners
. Provide administrative support to prepare miscellaneous letters,
proposals, reports and other documents as needed
. General photocopying, filing, and faxing
. Ability to accomplish tasks in a timely and orderly fashion
. Strong organizational and planning skills
. Willing to learn new skills and abilities
. Ability to follow instructions
. Outstanding customer service skills
. Maintain filing system for resumes and job applications
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Arts Degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in Graphic
Design
Bowie State University, Bowie, Maryland 2010
Relative courses include: Oral Communications, Office Technology, and Word
Processing
UACCOMPLISHMENTS
3rd Place Award in Graphic Design for Spring 2009 Juried Student Art
Exhibition
Dean's List 2007- 2009
First Baptist Church of Glenarden, Art Ministry Volunteer of the Year 2010
UWORK HISTORY
Burger King
2006 - 2008
Cashier
. Operation of cash register and maintaining a balanced drawer
. Responsible for processing credit card charges
. Assistance with customers in purchasing decisions
. In charge of replenishing soda and ice dispensers
Michael A. Wilder - AMind2Design
2008 - Present
Freelance Graphic Designer (Capital Heights, MD)
Plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to brand, communicate, promote
and advertise new and existing businesses. Design business cards, posters,
letterhead, brochures, banners, programs, catalogs, typography, and host of
other graphic art. Develop the overall layout and production design of
magazines, newspapers, journals, corporate reports, and other publications.
Produce promotional displays, packaging, and marketing brochures for
products and services, design distinctive logos for products and
businesses, and develop signs and signage.
Dr. Randall J. Craig
2009
Volunteer Graphic Designer
Designed the brochure and posters to promote Dr. Randall J. Craig's
sculptor exhibition. Design of brochure and posters promoted and invited
students, faculty, and artists to Dr. Craig's sculptor art exhibition. The
designs consisted of photography of the artist's artworks, artist's
biography, and list of the presented works. Brochure resulted in a high
volume of calls to obtain additional information about sculptor exhibition.
Three Keys Music 2009
Graphic Design Intern (Silver Spring, MD)
Worked under the supervision of Gift Caternor, Artist and Repertoire.
Discussing the needs of Three Keys Music productions. Designing promotional
materials to advertise music albums and events. Creation of posters,
banners, and catalog designs for Marcus Johnson. Met submission revision
deadlines as requested.
Bowie State University, Department of Public Relations & Marketing
2009
Graphic Design Intern (Bowie, MD)
Worked under the supervision of Yolanda Dandridge, Graphic Designer.
Discussing requirements and deadlines for graphic designs. Designing
promotional materials to promote and market academic programs. Creation of
brochures, banners, posters and event programs for college's academic
programs. Met submission revision deadlines as requested. Handled print
production of promotional materials.