Graphic Design

Location:

Posted:

January 06, 2013

Kenny Jacobs

**** ********** **. / **********, ** 60565 / (630) 319 - 6638 / abhwm2@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

To pursue a professional career in the field of graphic design that will allow me to utilize my

knowledge of the adobe suite products, and to also expand my talent in graphic communications

and advertising. I also hope to learn and develop my abilities in the work environment, through the

completion of new and becoming challenges.

Education:

Bachelor of Science, Western Illinois University Department of Engineering Technology, Macomb, IL,

May 2012

Major: Graphic Communications

Minor: Art

Qualifications:

I am friendly, motivated and open-minded. I am also known for being detail and goal oriented, while

demonstrating dedication, creativity, and responsibility. I am a proven team player with strong

interpersonal communication skills.

• Software: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Fireworks, Flash, Acrobat, Word, Excel

and PowerPoint

• Drawing, Sketching, Painting and Silk Screening

Experience:

Graphic Design Intern, Comply Enterprises, Inc., Naperville, IL: December 2011–March 2012

Responsibilities/Projects:

• Animation and logo refinement for “Alice 150” (150th Anniversary of Alice in Wonderland for the

Lewis Carroll Society)

• Graphic build-out of large booth wall (Capgemini booth for trade show)

• Research and post relevant social media content biweekly (Creative Services Department at Comply)

• Retouch and post images, including enhancement and cropping for consistency (Prince Institute’s

website, Drupal platform)

• Refine and finalize logo; explore additional solutions (Personal fitness training company)

• Create Civil War “currency” image in Photoshop (Gift for Trust Company of Illinois)

Freelance Graphic Designer, WestPoint Insurance Group, Ltd., Joliet, IL: May–June, 2011

Responsibilities:

• Design and format client letters

Buildings and Grounds, Naperville Community School Unit District 203, Naperville, IL: 2008–present

Responsibilities:

• Set up facilities for meetings, conferences and special events

Sales Associate, Sharper Image, Naperville, IL: 2007–2008

Responsibilities:

• Provide product information to customers

• Facilitate product shipping and receiving

• Track inventory