Graphic Designer Microsoft Office

PARKER MCDONALD

San Marcos, CA ***** H: 760-***-**** *****************@*****.*** Portfolio

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

A highly talented, driven and flexible Graphic Designer with a proven record of delivering creative and innovative design solutions. A proven ability of developing projects from inception through production to final delivery, insuring that all work is effective, appropriate and delivered within agreed timelines. Able to work as part of a team with project managers, printers, account executives, designers and marketing specialists.

SKILLS

WORK HISTORY

01/2015 to Current Freelance Graphic Designer

HQ Creative Designs

• Work closely with diverse clients, producing a variety of both digital and print designs in an efficient and timely manner.

• Using Adobe Creative Suite, working with exact dimensions, typography, consistent color schemes and Pantone colors.

03/2015 to Current Graphic Designer

Chandler Signs, LLC - Vista, CA

• Daily use of Corel Draw X7, Corel Paint, and Adobe Creative Suite

• Production Design: Reformat and update existing design plans for final file delivery.

• Actively work with project managers to produce high quality work for large-scale projects quickly and on tight deadlines.

• Create unique and creative logos and designs for large-scale companies. 02/2013 to 03/2015 Graphic Designer / Pre-Press Coordinator Orange County Printing Company - Irvine, CA

• Actively communicate print layouts between customer and press manager.

• Adjust and enhance designs prior to print to ensure highest quality printing.

• Daily use of Mac software and Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.

• Create design layouts using Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. 05/2010 to 02/2013 Senior Project Manager / Graphic Designer Victory Professional Products- Huntington Beach, CA

• Designed third party logos and in-house graphics using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.

• Published monthly newsletter, maintained company website, Facebook, Twitter, and blogs.

• Managed large racing events and event sponsorships. 5/2008 to 05/2010 Logistics Team Member

Target- Lakewood, CA

• Responsible for unloading, moving and stocking freight.

• Deliver an exceptional guest experience, engaging the guests and prioritizing their needs over tasks.

• Unload, break-out and stock cartons with efficiency and accuracy.

• Follow all safety guidelines, operating procedures and quality standards, while operating powered equipment.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

12/2015 Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design

The Art Institute of California- Orange County - SANTA ANA, CA

• Adobe Creative Suite

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Corel Draw X7

• Photo manipulation

• Electronic logo design

• HTML knowledge

• Solid design sense

• Proficient typography knowledge

• Strong attention to detail

• Time management

• Conceptual thinking

• Resourceful researcher

• Quick Learner

• Adaptive and flexible work style

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