Sales Design

Tara M. Thomas

Graphic Designer

Manhasset, New York

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Cell: 516-***-****

Personal Statement

I am currently working towards a BA Degree in Graphic Design from Sacred

Heart University and on track to graduate in May 2014. I am looking for

career opportunities that will allow me to gain experience and continue my

education in the Graphic Arts field. I specifically interested in

developing a strong skills set in logo, print, advertising graphics, as

well as web design. I have a very deep passion for the Graphic Arts and I

believe that with my hard work ethic, responsible nature, creative talent

and passion I would be a great hire for a firm looking to build a solid

base of creative talent for the future. I have always strived to meet goals

and go above and beyond what is expected. I believe the field of graphic

design provides the world with essential visual communication so necessary

in today's dynamic 24/7 connected world. In times past there was a saying

that "a picture is worth a thousand words" well I believe that in today's

world that statement should be modified to be "a picture can bring about

meaningful change."

Experience

Tennessee Jeds (April 2013

-present)

Waitress/Hostess

. Greet Customers and seat them according to how big their party is.

. Serve them the food they decide to order.

. Make sure the customers are satisfied and happy at all times.

Dime Store Emporium (www.dimestoreemporium.com) (September 2012 - March

2013)

Graphic Designer and Sales Associate

. Responsible for all of the creative advertising of the jewelry parts

store, including business cards and online advertisements.

. Responsible for order fulfillment for over 150 clients. This position

requires daily interaction with clients through emails and phone

correspondence.

. Work within a small group in the entire sales process, which includes

assembly, packaging and shipping for over 400 orders per day.

Publishers Clearinghouse (June - July

2011)

Interactive Design Intern on the Creative Department

. Created new games for Publishers Clearinghouse's Online Lottery

Systems.

. Modified and updated the graphics on existing Online Games

Manhasset Booster Club (May - July 2011)

Assistant Graphic Designer

. Produced a sixty-four-page two-color Sports Journal for the Manhasset

High School Spring Sports teams utilizing Adobe Indesign.

. Job required working with over 400 photos submitted by parents and

students and integrating them in a unique hard copy Journal

Strathmore Vanderbilt Country Club (May 2006 - August

2010)

Lifeguard and Swim Team Coach

. Seasonal Lifeguard and Swim Team

. Coach working with children from age 4 to 17 during the summer.

. Job role included teaching swimming technique and advanced skills to

age swimmers from age 4 to 17 years.

. Swim team assistant coach for four straight years interacting with

Swimmers, Parents, and Officials to insure a fun filled, competitive

learning environment

Education

Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, Connecticut

B.A. Art & Design, Concentration in Graphic Design

Software Capabilities

Adobe Creative Suites Versions 3-6 of:

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, & Adobe

Dreamweaver

Also capable working in:

Quark, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, & Microsoft Excel

Organizations

Art Club, AYAA -Are You Autism Aware Club, UMOJA - Multicultural Club, and

Sacred Heart University Varsity Cross Country and Track & Field

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