Christopher J Musatto

P h o t o s h o p

I l l u s t r a t o r

I n D e s i g n

F l a s h

After Effects

L i g h t r o om

M a y a

ph 847-***-****

acys7l@r.postjobfree.com

Portfolio: cjmusatto.com

Summary

A highly adaptable, innovative graphic designer with extensive experience in composition, layout and design, illustration, flyers, banners, billboards, logos, business cards, icons, posters, post cards, letter head and digital photography. A collaborative team player and experienced leader who remains open to new ideas. Approaches challenges with thoughtful deliberation. Gets along well with others and communicates effectively. Continually learns new things with curiosity and a drive to innovate. Key Qualifications

• Works collaboratively with design teams to incorporate existing designs into dynamic marketing materials.

• Multi-page documents

• Custom animation in Flash, After Effects and Maya.

• Took on challenge of learning new inventory system to more effectively manage and organize workload.

• Built websites with Dream Weaver, Wordpress and Wix.

Education & Achievements

NORTH CENTRAL COLLEGE, Naperville, IL

B.A., Graphic Arts 2015 Art Talent Scholarship at North Central College

(based on portfolio review 2013 ART FOR ALL (an Elgin, IL Non-profit organization) Scholarship (based on portfolio review) 2012

Additional Training

Digital Photography . 3d Design . Marketing . Copy- writing Creative Writing . Drawing and Oil Painting . Printmaking

Personal

Married; One child.

Plays music and writes.

Experience

FREELANCE, Graphic Designer 2015-2016 Provide freelancing graphic design services for multiple local companies, including TOM’S PLUMBING, the band The Usuals and completed several self-directed projects for The Viewfinder (online multimedia magazine at North Central College). Created marketing materials for Changing Children’s Worlds Foundation as well as for KGA Garrett Associates.

Returned to school for career change 2012-2015 Rehabbing from serious car accident 2010-2011

Additional Experience

ADAMS MAGNETIC, Elmhurst, IL, Warehouse 1 2007-2009 NIPPON, Aurora, IL, Asst. Lead Inventory Team 2005-2007 CANON USA, Hanover Park, IL, Warehouse 3,

Advanced System Notification Coordinator 1998-2005