Virginia Pistone
781-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Summary of Qualifications
. Seven years experience as a Graphic Designer working with clients such
as Universal Studios, Nickelodeon, SeaWorld and DreamWorks.
. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite 4 as well as Mac and Windows operating
systems.
. Working knowledge of DreamWeaver, HTML, Streamline, Quark XPress,
Adobe Reader and Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Professional Experience
Nanco - Nancy Sales Co. Chelsea, MA
June 2003 - Present
Graphic Designer
. Creating souvenirs/giftware and product packaging for theme parks from
conceptualization to final production. Clients include: Universal
Studios, SeaWorld, Hanna-Barbera, Nickelodeon, Busch Gardens and
DreamWorks.
. Producing digital and board presentation designs for trade shows, events,
display-oriented venues and catalog designs.
. Designing pet toys for presentations, p.o.p. displays, endcap displays
and catalogs.
Clients include: Nickelodeon, DreamWorks and Mattel.
. Consistently meeting deadlines.
. Capable of working within client design requirements or if given full
creative control.
Freelance Work
May 2003 - Present
Graphic Designer
. Working with various clients to create business cards, logos,
invitations, fliers, postcards, brochures and magnets.
. Designing seasonal greeting cards for The Chatsworth Collection.
Samples available at www.chatsworthcollection.com and
www.finestationery.com
. Portfolio available at http://www.virginiapistonedesign.com
Education
Butera School of Art Boston, MA
. Graduated May 2003 with an Associate's Degree in Commercial Art.
. Awarded the Joseph C. Butera Memorial Award in May 2003 for Outstanding
Commercial Art Graduate.