Melanie

McLean

Graphic Designer

Hello

Profle

To introduce myself, I am a confdent and creative designer who is self-

motivated, self-sufcient and comes to you with a background in print, digital

media, packaging and a strong administrative background. Possessing a can

do attitude, I never compromise on quality and always maximize the impact

of any marketing material, while solving any possible problems using design.

Hard working, ambitious individual that posses no problem following instruc-

tions from senior designers and customers. Currently looking to join a team

and gain full time employment within your organization.

Skills

Education Competencies

Budgeting Photoshop

InterDec College

Team Building Illustrator

Graphic Design

Time Management Skills InDesign

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Oulton College First class visual communications skills Dream Weaver

Business Management Able to quickly learn new skills & technologies Microsoft Ofce

Professional Experience

Graphic Designer Montreal, QC Jobies Mobile Kitchen Bathurst, NB

Freelancer : Co-Founder & Manager :

February 2015 -Present June 2012-November 2015

Freelance for individual businesses and a web company Executed the business plan and managed all administrative

based out of Bathurst NB aspects of the business

Created original visual identities, including business cards, Implemented training manuals and business systems

contracts, fyers, advertisement and outdoor signage including Microsoft Ofce, Outlook and Sage Accounting

Updated existing logos to compliment previous visual identi- Completed all book keeping and fscal year results

ties and keeping with the integrity of the brand Managed all Human Resources to ensure a happy and safe

Meeting clients to discuss their needs, objectives and work environment

budgets

actjeh@r.postjobfree.com www.unfoldeddesigns.com Montreal, QC 506-***-****

Wickaninnish Inn Tofno, BC

Pointe Restaurant Hostess: October 2010-May 2011

Administrative Assistant to the Director of Operation:

May 2011-June 2012

Coordinated the fow of the restaurant ensuring

Worked with the Director of Operation on daily operating maximum guest seating capability, yet still being able to main-

tasks involving every aspect of the Inn, such as: fnancial, tain the highest level of service and ensuring proper communi-

guest relations, interview and departmental meetings cation between management, kitchen and the servers. Acted

Prepared and organized the Director of Operations for daily, as frst point of contact, greeted guests to the Pointe Restau-

weekly and monthly meetings and attended them in her ab- rant, maintaining the high standards of the Pointe Restaurant

sence and the Wickaninnish Inn.

Created weekly reports for multiple departments using the

Inns Management Software and Microsoft Excel

Managed and prioritized confdential and important informa-

tion pertaining to every aspect of the Inns day to day function-

Co Operators Insurance Bathurst NB

ality

Participated in weekly Yields meetings to determine upcom-

ing sales direction for the, Health and Safety Committee, also

Administrative Assistant

attended Green Committee Meetings resulting in the Inn in

June 2007- July 2008

achieving a 5 Green Key Property designation

Executed an extensive, Trip Advisor and Facebook comment

Provided administrative support to the Provincial Claims Man-

program. Replied to every guest to the high level of standard

ager and a team of 16 Claims Representatives in a fast paced,

synonymous with the Wickaninish Inn and Relais & Chateau

detailed oriented work environment

Developed and managed a Macro-nutrient Information

Greeted customers and answered telephones, conveying

Program for the Pointe Restaurant, along with a weekly Return

in a reassuring manner, step by step instructions to resolve

Guest Recognition Program and reception for the Inn

insurance policy issues and concerns to resolve issues in their

Also worked as a fully trained Front Ofce Employee in times

initial stages

of need and to assist with large groups and VIP guests

Maintained detailed administrative procedures and devel-

oped new systems to improve accuracy and efciency in the

Employee Events Coordinator: April 2010-June 2012 ofce

Worked as an Accounts Receivable and Payables clerk cod-

Managed the budget, conceptualized and executed staf ing and fling invoices and making regular deposits and also

events for a 200 staf organization assisted with the annual 2009 budget for claims ofces across

Networked with local businesses to get the most of our bud- New Brunswick

get and to coordinate private events

Coordinated monthly meetings to discuss future events for

the staf

Achievements & Volunteer Experience

Awarded the student of excellence award and the graduating class internship InterDec (2015)

Completed YATE (You Are the Experience) and Relais and Chateau training. (201112)

Volunteered with Tofno Food and Wine Feast for 3 consecutive years (20101112)

Volunteered at Friends of Clayoquot Sound, developing and executing tours of Meares

Island to raise funds for their non-proft organization (2009)

Thank you for your time

ca.linkedin.com/in/melanieannmclean

actjeh@r.postjobfree.com www.unfoldeddesigns.com Montreal, QC 506-***-****

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