Design Software

OBJECTIVE: Seeking Graphic Design or Communications position, where my

education, experience and the ability to think creatively to produce new

ideas and designs would significantly contribute to your company's

efficiency and growth.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Project Planning & Implementation Excellent Customer

& Personal Service

Pagination & Industry Specific Software Business Development &

Design

EDUCATION:

Internal Academy of Design and Technology, Troy MI

Bachelor Degree: Fine Art in Graphic Design, 2007

INDUSTRY SPECIFIC SOFTWARE:

InDesign, Illustrator, Flash, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Premier, and

Microsoft Office Suite

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Coffee And Friends Cafe, Haslett, MI

Graphic Arts Designer 02/2010 - Current

. Performs a full range of graphic design assignments, using independent

judgment to make decisions requiring the interpretation and translation

of ideas into specific graphic presentations, including branding of

company logo, website, and menu.

. Plans and conducts public relations programs & news releases in order to

disseminate informational, educational, and promotional materials.

. Exercises independent authority and responsibility in recruiting and

promoting local talent for weekly events.

Target Media Partners, Lansing, MI

Composition Department 03/2007 - Current

. Layout and design of ads for local businesses and out of state newspapers

and magazine.

. Gather relevant client information perform research and identify the

needs of consumers.

. Specialize in computer software packages such as Pagination to help

create layouts and design elements and to program animated graphics.

Consumers Professional Credit Union, Lansing, MI

Contract Employee 10/2008 - 03/2009

. Design all promotional materials, including posters and brochures.

. Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos and

Internet websites.

. Consult with clients to discuss and determine layout design.

. Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed.

John Henry Company, Lansing, MI

Pre-Press Technician

04/1999-10/2005

. Responsible for metal and polyethylene plate production.

. Designed and prepared product compositions and page layouts. Vendor

liaison for outgoing product.

. Examined proofs & printed sheets to detect errors, and to evaluate the

adequacy of impression clarity.

. Trained and supervised new employees.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

. Ability to use logic and reasoning when identifying complex problems,

validating data to develop and evaluate options, and implementing

successful solutions. Ability to translate complex financial

information.

. Outstanding leadership, organizational, & problem solving skills.

. High aptitude in learning new computer hardware/software with the ability

to adapt to change.

. Ability to independently organize work processes, set priorities

and make complex decisions.

. Strive to maintain a high level of security and confidentiality.

References available upon request.

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