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summary of qualifications
skilled at conceptualizing visual solutions
self-motivated creative; able to work independently and coordinate with others
strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
highly productive in promoting a positive, and diverse work environment
outstanding communication listening skills, achieving employer confidence
computer knowledge
adobe CS5 inDesign photoshop illustrator quarkXPress inCopy microsoft office
BFA in Graphic Design at the School of Visual Arts, New York, NY
education
publication awards
Graphis New Talent Design Annual 2005
American Inhouse Design Awards 2008 [2] - presented by Graphic Design USA
American Inhouse Design Awards 2009 [3] - presented by Graphic Design USA
American Inhouse Design Awards 2010 [3] - presented by Graphic Design USA
professional employment
Freelance Art Director
clients: Oxford Universtiy Press, Reader s Digest Children s Publishing, Scholastic Marketing Partners,
private high school, political candidates, individuals
06.08 present Conceptualize and design marketing materials, direct mail, political literature, books, workbooks
Illustrate and design formal invitations and stationery, including monograms and artwork
High School Advisor - Yearbook Club
Albertus Magnus High School, Bardonia, NY
09.10 present Provide administrative support, including preparing and overseeing a budget
Plan, organize, and hold weekly club meetings
Liaise with school administration and faculty
Communicate directly with parents regarding yearbook sales, ads, and school photos
Plan, organize, and supervise all student, club, activity, and athletic photos
Art Director
Readers Digest, Weekly Reader Publishing Group, White Plains, NY
contact: 914-***-**** abqfkh@r.postjobfree.com
Conceptualize and design monthly magazine (Current Health Kids); all pages
11.06 05.12
Create and design web elements for digital version of Current Health Kids
Conceptualize and design monthly four page insert for alternate publication
Design multiple news related editorial products as news events transpire
Collaborate closely with editor to ensure visual elements accurately coincide with content
Art direction of photography, illustrations, and photo shoots
Oversee work done by production designer and freelancers
Digitally enhance images for optimum print quality
Manage monthly art budget
Assistant Art Director
Cond Nast, HFN Magazine, New York, NY
Design page layouts and covers for weekly magazine
3.05 11.06
Art direct product photoshoots
Archive and organize all files for future reference