Web Graphic Designer
Resume:
LANA KOSOGOVA
Toronto, ON M1L 0A7
****.********@*****.***
ATTN: Hiring Manager
RE: Graphic Designer
I am very interested in the Graphic Designer position that was posted on
jobbank.gc.ca. My background and experience are a good match for your
requirements posted in the position description, therefore my resume is
enclosed for your review.
I am an experienced, dedicated, creative Graphic Designer enthusiastically
exploring the opportunities to continue a successful career in IT as a key
team member of an organization that relies on creativity and optimal
technology performance to achieve objectives. I am experienced in
understanding of design techniques, layout, image manipulation, typography
and color management. I enjoy working with a team, but am also very
comfortable working independently. I have over 7 years of practical
experience in Canada.
My experience includes but is not limited to:
. Technical and typographic skills to arrange and style words and
numbers as they appear on a page.
. Choosing font types, sizes and colors to create attractive headlines
and text-based presentations that will catch the reader's eye.
Determining letter and line spacing, integrating illustrations and
photographs and laying out.
. Developing the overall layout and production design of promotional
displays, posters, coupons, marketing brochures, distinctive logos,
businesses cards, etc using Adobe Photoshop CS6, Illustrator CS6,
InDesign CS6.
I am eager to learn new things and take on new and exciting challenges. I
am able to start immediately and would like the opportunity to meet with
you to answer any questions you may have, and to discuss the position in
more detail.
Thank you for your attention. I certainly look forward to exploring this
further.
Sincerely,
Lana Kosogova
LANA KOSOGOVA
Graphic Designer
HIGHLIGHTS
. Provide a diverse range of services including custom design of printed
materials and branding to an array of clients from a variety of
industries.
. Accomplished graphic designer with extensive experience building
websites, HTML5, CSS3 and various web scripting technologies, web
standards and project management.
. Enthusiastic graphic professional motivated by challenging projects and
deadlines.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
SOFTWARE:
Adobe Photoshop,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe InDesign,
Adobe Dreamweaver,
Adobe Acrobat Pro,
Adobe Flash,
MS PowerPoint,
MS Word,
MS Excel,
MS Outlook.
PROGRAMMING: HTML, XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP.
LANGUAGES: Fluent in English and Russian.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graphic Designer
Oct 2013 - Aug 2014
Right At Home Realty Inc. Brokerage
Toronto, ON
. Design and execute all supporting creative elements required through
flyer, newspaper, magazine, signage, web and visual.
. Design, layout, production (for example, ads, brochures, folders, logo
design, booklets, cards, posters, banners and other print collateral).
. Developing, maintaining and updating websites utilizing Adobe
Dreamweaver CS6, HTML5, CSS3, Adobe Photoshop CS6.
Web Graphic Designer
Jun 2008 - Sep 2013
Technovate Inc.
Toronto, ON
. Designed art for printed materials such as web/mobile, posters,
business cards, newsletters, flyers, coupons, etc.
. Designed and maintained websites using HTML, CSS, Adobe Dreamweaver,
Photoshop, Flash, JavaScript.
. Developed the overall layout and production design of promotional
displays, posters, coupons, marketing brochures, distinctive logos,
businesses cards, etc using Adobe Photoshop CS3, Illustrator CS3,
InDesign CS3.
. Worked with the Marketing Manager to source photos and other images
for use in websites or other promotional material
. Created images and graphic designs for websites and marketing
material.
. Used FTP software to manage website files.
Web Editor
Mar 2008 - Apr 2008
United Way Toronto
Toronto, ON
. Maintained UWT's website (unitedwaytoronto.com) including content
management, layout and design with Adobe Dreamweaver.
. Created and optimized graphic content for the website using Photoshop,
Flash, JavaScript and other software.
. Designed and coded event website for Scotiabank Rat Race for United
Way adhering to style guide to maintain consistent brand standards.
. Coordinated with organizational stakeholders to update the site and
ensure accurate, timely, and useful information is posted online.
. Worked closely with IT, Special Events and Direct Marketing
stakeholders to integrate the website with other online fundraising
and customer management systems.
Web Designer/Project-Manager
Sep 2007-Mar 2008
RE/MAX Realtron Realty Inc. Brokerage Toronto,
ON
. Designed series of websites for Real Estate agents.
. Developed websites utilizing Macromedia Dreamweaver, HTML, Flash,
Adobe Photoshop.
. Maintained and updated websites.
. Created design for printed materials such as brochures, business
cards, folders, signs, posters, newsletters, flyers, coupons, etc.
EDUCATION
Degree in Programming
2000-2001
Kherson State Technical University
Kherson, Ukraine
Degree in Economics
1991-1996
Kherson State Technical University
Kherson, Ukraine
SAMPLES OF EXPERTISE: www.lanakosogova.com/portfolio.shtml
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
ca.linkedin.com/in/lanakosogova/
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