Design Information Technology

KIMBERLY KAPOURELLOS

*** ******** ******* *******, ** 21113

210-***-**** ********.***********@*****.***

Highly motivated professional with experience in Graphic Design, Office Administration,

Marketing, and Information Technology. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Word,

Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher. Versatile experience includes positions as Lead Graphic

Artist & Designer, Website Administrator, and Visual Merchandiser. Relevant formal

education includes BS in Computer Studies, Graphic Design Professional Certificate, and

Certificate in Project Management for Information Technology.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Microsoft Office 2010 Adobe Photoshop CS5

• Adobe Illustrator CS5

Multimedia Design &

• Adobe Premiere Pro

Evaluation

Desktop Publishing Adobe Page Maker

• Adobe • Adobe InDesign CS5

Dreamweaver

• Adobe

Photoshop

Lightroom 3

PROFESSIONAL

EXPERIENCE

Design & Technology 04/2014- Present

Associate

First Rehabilitation Resources Inc.

Create weekly status Case Manager Reports and submit it to the president of the

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company.

• Work with HR with technology training for New Hires

• Use TeamViewer to remotely support large group of nurses with technology

problems.

• Create Job booklets and PowerPoint presentation for HR Job Club Training.

• Conduct quarterly Data Integrity Audit with all the nurses’ cases.

• Coordinating and creating monthly meetings with the whole staff using

GoToMeeting.

• Create graphics for print, electronic products, presentations, banners, proposals,

product branding, logos, various training materials, and data visualization.

• Develop multimedia products, integrating text, computer graphics, conventional art,

photographs, and other media.

• Maintain and update company website as appropriate and monitor for potential

technical issues.

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Provide technical support for employees regarding computer, telephone, facsimile,

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scanner, and e-mail.

• Install and configure computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and

scanners.

• Plan and undertake scheduled server and computer maintenance upgrades.

• Investigate, diagnose, and solve computer software and hardware faults.

• Develop innovative solutions to customers’ business needs.

• Support day-to-day operations of the Quality Management Program.

• Prepare marketing material and PowerPoint presentations.

• Create and disperse quarterly newsletter.

• Process incoming and outgoing mail.

Special Education Instructional Assistant 10/2011- 04/2014

Anne Arundel County Public School

Assisted teachers with planning, evaluation, and implementation of specialized

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learning environment for students with severe behavioral and learning disabilities.

• Performed the duties of graphic and multimedia designer to enhance learning

process by creating works needed for class; facilitated student learning.

• Observed, evaluated, and report student progress during developmental activities to

the teaching staff.

• Worked directly with those students either individually or in small groups to reinforce

learned subject matter assigned by the teacher.

• Acted as computer technical advisor for all teachers who have computer related

questions or problems to support the student learning process.

• Severely challenged students improved under my supervision and were transferred

to mainstream classroom.

Test Administrator 5/2008- 3/2010

United States Military Education Office 35FSS

Maintained a network of thirty workstations and four network printers.

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Troubleshoot software and hardware problems.

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Set up/ tear down of laptop and projectors.

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Set up network shares and permissions to insure information confidentiality.

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Maintained user account management according to USAF policies.

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Utilized Norton Ghost to install new images sent from headquarters.

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Managed lab to operate at maximum proficiency.

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Responsible for inventory and delegation of resources.

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Certified CLEP Administrator.

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Certified DSST (Dantes) & DLab Administrator.

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Maintained a close working relationship with headquarters and IT professionals.

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Responsible for protocol for the President of UMUC and Vice President of UMUC

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Asia.

• Administered/Proctored CLEP Exams, ACT, SAT, Excelsior, GRE Subject, GED,

Praxis Exams, MAPP test DSST (Dantes) Exams, All AFIADL Course examinations,

Course 12, course 14, AWC, ACSC, SOS, CDC, and Computer Based Test (CBT).

KIMBERLY KAPOURELLOS

933 Arkblack Terrace Odenton, MD 21113

210-***-**** ********.***********@*****.***

Responsible for successful upload of 400 exams per term.

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Actively trained sites: Yokota & Misawa & Kadena

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3/2006- 9/2008

Graphic Designer

United States Air Force 35FSS

Produced visual solutions for the communication needs of clients, used a mix of

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creative skills and commercial awareness. Used computer software to execute designs,

manage printers and laser machines to ensure proper operation.

• Developed concepts and ensured top-notch quality throughout the entire design

process.

• Designed materials including: newsletters, invitations, advertisements, flyers,

vouchers, postcards, and coupons.

• Presented finalized ideas, designs and concepts to clients or account managers

and used innovation to redefine design briefs at minimum cost and time.

• Proofread to produce accurate and high-quality work and adhered to tight

deadlines.

• Instructed Framing class on methodology of taking and framing the perfect

photograph.

• Used a wide range of media, including photography and computer aided design;

contributed ideas and design artwork to the customers’ satisfaction keeping abreast of

developments in IT, particularly design programs.

• Effectively worked copywriters, photographers, other designers, account executives,

website designers and marketing specialists.

• Met clients to discuss and confirm visual needs; developed and designed briefs by

gathering information and data to clarify design issues.

• Reduced cost of production by simplifying processes in manufacture.

• Organized shop processes, ultimately leading to increase in production.

Visual Merchandiser & Graphic Designer 11/2001 – 12/2006

AAFES Main Exchange

Planned designs; established and maintained an efficient and effective visual

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marketing program including: signing, display, merchandise presentation and space

utilization for AAFES facilities.

• Designed the store according to seasonal changes, design displays.

• Organized events such as the Holiday Christmas Party, Asian Pacific Heritage

month, Black History month, and all of the Seasons events.

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Interpreted, coordinated, and ensured implementation of policies and procedures

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relating to the Visual Merchandiser (VM) Program.

• Designed materials including: newsletters, invitations, advertisements, flyers,

vouchers, postcards, and coupons.

• Presented finalized ideas, designs and concepts to clients or account managers

and used innovation to redefine design briefs at minimum cost and time.

• Supervised Employees with designing displays throughout the AAFES facilities.

• Photographed special events, shows, parties, and pets for use in visual

advertisement.

• Prepared and assembled final layouts for publication and reviewed layouts and

suggested improvements as needed.

• Provided graphic design and art direction for various departmental needs.

• Met clients to discuss and confirm visual needs; developed and designed briefs by

gathering information and data to clarify design issues.

• Actively trained sales associates on proper visual displays and maintained the

graphic and visual needs of over 15 AAFES locations.

EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL

DEVELOPMENT

• BS Computer Studies, University of Maryland University College

2009

• AS Japanese s Studies, University of Maryland University College

2008

• AS Computer Studies, University of Maryland University College

2007

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Certificates

• Graphic Design Professional Certificate, Sessions College for Professional Design

2010

• Certificate in Project Management for Information Technology Professionals

2009

• Certificate in Japanese Studies

2007

• Certificate in Computer Studies

2007

KIMBERLY KAPOURELLOS

933 Arkblack Terrace Odenton, MD 21113

210-***-**** ********.***********@*****.***

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