C. Madison Kirkman
***** *. **** ***** . ********, AZ 85304 . 623-***-**** .
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Professional Interests: photography, graphic design, and administrative
assistance
Education:
Northern Arizona University (2006- 2009)
B.S. in Photography/Advertising (Dual Major)
Magna Cum Laude
GPA: 3.8
Brooks Institute of Photography
2005-2006
Major: Commercial Photography
Related Work Experience:
. Photography Assisting and Production Assisting work:
. Production Assistant on Massage Envy TV and print ads
with Jeff Newton
. Production Assistant on multiple Fox Sports TV and print
ads with Jeff Newton
. Photography Assistant for professional photographers:
Paul Markow, Rick Gayle, Emiliano Granado, Tony Blei,
etc.
. Professional photography assignments have recently included:
. 944 Magazine- Phoenix Nightlife photo spread- August
2010 Issue
. Cover photography for Everything Respiratory Magazine-
Volume 5, Issue 1, Summer 2010
. Husk Partners photography, Law firm- 2010
. Kutlass Supreme photography, Musician- 2009
. Arizona Highways- Flagstaff photography- July 2009
. Related Skills:
. Expert knowledge of Mac computers and proficient working
with PC computers
. Exceptional skills with Adobe Photoshop, skillful
working with Illustrator, InDesign, Lightroom and other
programs
. Mastery of studio and location lighting, a variety of
cameras and photo equipment
. Working closely with art directors and conceptualizing
photographs for layout designs
. Professional graphic design assignments have recently included:
. Tipped Out logo design, Hat company; Colorado- August
2010
. Problematik logo design, Clothing company; Arizona- 2009
. Kokua Aina logo design, National Tropical Botanical
Gardens; Hawaii, 2009
. Related Skills:
. Working closely with clients to create custom artwork
. Designing artwork for print, internet, and embroidery
output
. Creating original designs from conception to completion
based on targeted audiences and business aspirations
. Environmental Educator (Summer 2009)
National Tropical Botanical Garden; Kalaheo, Hawaii
. Executed summer camp counselor duties at environmental
education summer camp "Keiki o Ka Aina." Duties included:
. Implementing curriculum for ages 5-10
. Facilitating excursions
. Providing safe, nurturing environment
. Basic administrative support
. Summer Overnight Stockperson (April - August 2006)
Target; Peoria, Arizona
. Performed stocktake and inventory assessment based on
Target company policy. Skills demonstrated included:
. Attention to detail
. Multitasking
. Punctuality
. Heavy lifting and bailor operation
. Temporary Receptionist (May - August 2005)
Re/Max Real Estate Agency; Peoria, Arizona
. Provided outstanding front desk service to local real
estate company. Responsibilities included:
. Answering phones, faxing, and filing
. Greeting clients and setting appointments
. Basic administrative duties
Volunteer Experience:
. Youth Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff; Flagstaff,
Arizona
(November 2008 - May 2009)
. Animal Care Volunteer; Second Chance Center for Animals; Flagstaff,
Arizona
(2009)
. Food Service, Flagstaff Family Food Center; Flagstaff Arizona (2008
& 2009,
intermittent)
Personal References:
Paul Markow
Paul Markow Photography
2222 E. McDowell Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
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Lea Taddonio
Kokua Aina Youth Initiative Coordinator
National Tropical Botanical Gardens
Kalaheo, Hawai'i
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Regina Glaza
Step Up Coordinator
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff
BBBS Flagstaff, Arizona
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