To Whom It May Concern:
I’m writing to you regarding the Interactive Graphic Designer position
posted on your website with great interest, as I believe that my skills and
qualifications match your requirements for this position.
I would welcome the chance to apply the skills and knowledge I have gained
to your vacancy and I feel my abilities would prove to be an asset for your
organization.
I have recently graduated with a master degree in Graphics Design from
Boston University with high honors. I have seven years of working
experience in the graphics design with several branding and design
companies, I have gained remarkable knowledge of Branding and Web Design by
working for the design companies and attending advanced graduate classes and
have developed significant skills with Adobe Suits such as Photoshop,
Illustrator, and In Design. I Illustrate both in 2D and 3D for over than
eight years, animate with Adobe After Effects and Maya, and make
professional videos. I am familiar with HTML and CSS. I have strong
abilities in multitasking and reliably estimate time required to complete
design and production tasks. I am a self-learner, motivated, Creative and
have strong project multitasking skills.
I believe this position parallels exactly with my skills and interest, and
I would love to learn more, gain more skills, and become a part of your
company.I attached my resume to this email, you can check my website on:
www.shahrzadamri.sqsp.com <http://www.shahrzadamri.sqsp.com/>
Thank you for the opportunity and your consideration.
I look forward to hearing from you
Sincerely
Shahrzad Amri
Graphic Designer
7 Granite St
Cambridge, MA, 02139
Cellphone: 857-***-****
Website: http://www.shahrzadamri.sqsp.com
RESUME:
Education:
Boston University, Boston, MA
Master of Fine Arts, Graphic Design, 04/2013, G.P.A.: 3.95/4.00
Tehran University, Tehran, Iran
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design, 01/2010, G.P.A.: 3.55/4.00
Experience:
Boston University, Boston, MA, Teaching Assistant, 09/2011 - 05/2013
Tutored courses such as Sophomore Graphic Design and Typography 4.
Assisted professors on numerous graphic design projects.
Supervised and critiqued students’ projects and assignments related to
designing booklets, posters, corporate identities, and logos.
Assisted students using various programs such as Adobe Suite.
Sazmanab, Iran, Events Organizer, 05/2010 - 08/2011
Collaborated on multiple artistic projects such as exhibitions,
residencies for artists, educational initiatives, talks, and publications.
Naghsh Afarin Designing Co., Iran, Graphic Designer, 01/2011 - 07/2011
Designed information boards for hospitals and other large businesses using
CorelDraw, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Katibeh Architect Co., Iran, Graphic Designer, 01/2010 - 08/2010
Developed and designed brand identities for new architecture firms.
Distribution Food Industry, Iran, Graphic Designer, 06/2010 - 07/2010
Designed posters and brochures for marketing purposes.
Colorful Days, the Movie, Iran, Graphic Designer, 05/2010 - 06/2010
Designed movie posters and other promotional materials.
Updated materials based on feedback from client companies.
Management Conference, Iran, Advertisement Manager, 08/2008 - 12/2009
Designed logos and posters for the conference.
Managed and supervised the Marketing/Advertising team.
Human Studies through Pictures, Iran, Photographer, 05/2006 - 08/2008
Contributed photographs of Iranian natives and tribes for a conference
organized by the prominent Iranian intellectual sociologist, Iraj Ghouchani.
Skills:
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe AfterEffects,
Adobe Bridge, Maya, Corel Draw, Web Design, Motion Graphics, Digital
Photography and familiar with CSS and HTML.