Experience

UCLA Extension September **** -present

**** ****** *** *** *******, CA, 90024

Instructor

Teaching Lead Professional Development for LAUSD CTE Consulting Services course

AMA Academy of Media Arts High School July 2022 – July 2023

345 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90071

Media Arts Instructor

Taught, Graphic Design Beginning, Intermediate, Advanced levels, and Yearbook. Using Adobe Suite programs, graphic design classes cover typography, color theory, and composition. Advising FIDM Fashion design club. Developed fashion projects and participated in several competitions via FIDM.

UCLA Summer Discovery program June - August 2022

2131 John Wooden Center, Los Angeles, CA 90095

Instructor

Taught, Social Media management and Web Design & coding courses to local and foreign students.

La Reina High School August 2016 – August 2022

106 W Janss Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Media Arts Instructor

Taught Video Production I & II, Graphic Design I & II, Web Design and Coding, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Art History, Yearbook, High school, and middle school Academic computer skills. Video production class developed and produced short films, documentaries, commercials, and materials for school use. Graphic design classes covered typography, color theory, composition using Adobe Suite, and design for school events and competitions. Fashion design classes developed fashion lines based on fashion history or school events. Web design class created personal or community projects. HS and MS computer classes introduced students to necessary computer usage skills, Microsoft Office, developed a portfolio with resume sample cover letter, and conducted job interviews.

NANODesign April 2006 - Present

Graphic Designer, Owner

Directing all phases of design, project management, and coordination of complete projects.

Developing logos, catalogs, branding, direct mail, and web pages.

The Art Institute of California-Hollywood May 2005 – March 2019

5250 Lankershim Boulevard, North Hollywood, CA 91601

Instructor

Instructed several classes such as Fundamentals and Observational Drawing, Fundamentals of Design, Color Theory, Drawing, Proportion & Perspective, Form & Space, Image manipulation, Typography, Grid System, Graphic Design History and more and developing a firm foundation of layout and organization of design elements, for a variety of visual effects and developing image manipulation skills in a raster-based computer environment. Emphasis mastered the fundamentals of scanning, color management, imaging, photo retouching, filters, and masks.

Mt Sierra College October 2016 – June 2017

800 Royal Oaks Dr. Monrovia, CA 91016

Instructor

Introduction to Portfolio development and Carrier Strategies. Developing concepts and techniques of professional portfolio building. Advertise self-promotional branding techniques, including personal website development, demo reels, and printed portfolios. A portfolio presentation and interview strategies were emphasized.

College of Canyons February 2015 – June 2016

26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355

Instructor

Instructed Introduction to Visual communication class with Adobe CC applications. Introducing the concepts and practices applicable to visual communication, including the elements and principles of composition, divergent thinking, and the creative process. Instruction in several software applications.

Fremont College April 2009 – September 2015

18000 Studebaker Road • 900A Cerritos, CA 90703

3440 Wilshire Blvd •10th floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010

Instructor

Instructed several online classes such as Layout and Typography, Digital imaging, Web Design, Digital graphics for Web, Web Development, Visual Communications, Digital illustrations, Photography, Design Concepts, and Color Theory and Portfolio. Techniques and technologies that are used to enhance the web user experience. The concepts of user interface and modern web practices. Developing an understanding of storytelling, narrative structures, rhythm, audience, and point of view through photography and applying composition and design principles.

Designed and updated online courses according to the requirements of the curriculum or syllabus. Developed instructional materials and activities, exams, and evaluation of instruction and learning activities. Simplified the use of technology to support the learning process.

StudioMA June 2007 – May 2009

22231 Mulholland Hwy, Calabasas, CA 91302

Lead Graphic Designer

•Developed graphic design projects from concept through completion for various clients.

•Worked closely with clients to create a vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet deadlines

•and requirements. Created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials.

•Collaborated with the creative team to design for marketing and promotional materials.

•Designed presentation boards and power points for clients.

Best Buy Inc. April 2004 – November 2007

1015 N La Brea Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90028

Computer Tech Support, Geek Squad Agent & Sales Representative

Education

Argosy University June 2009 – March 2011

2900 31st Street, Santa Monica, CA 90405

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership (MAEd)

The Art Institute of California - Hollywood October 2004 – June 2007

3440 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90010

Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design (BS)

Kh. Abovyan State Pedagogical Institute, Yerevan, Armenia Sep 1994 – June 1999

Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)

Terlemezyan Art College, Yerevan, Armenia September 1984 – June 1988

Bachelor of Fine Art and Technical Drawing

Skills

Highly motivated, hard-working, and creative Artist and Designer with experience in design and print prediction. Very collaborative and interpersonal skills.

Dynamic team player with well-developed written and verbal compunction abilities.

Instructional and Curriculum designer, Content Developer.

Advanced experience in Adobe Creative Suite Microsoft Office Professional on both MAC and PC platforms.

Web design and development with HTML and CSS.

Photo retouching, file conversions & rebuilding toast, and archiving files.

Completes task effectively and maximizes resources. Effectively communicates ideas and information to business and consumer audience via illustrations and other forms of printed media, Knowledge of fundamental principles of design, color, and typography.

Experienced with computer technical skills such as hardware and software, networking, managing, and solving problems on LAN and WAN.

Fluent in Armenian and Russian.

Interests

Fine Art & Fine Art History, Photography, General History, Archeology, Anthropology, Architecture, Sculpting, Ceramics, Geography, Classical & Contemporary Music, Literature, Movies, and more.

Awards & Certificates

Career Technical Education Teaching Credential, CA valid: 09/13/2022 to 10/01/2025

Development Meetings at the Art Institute 2005-2019

Certificate of Recognition for Faculty Development Meetings at the Art Institute 2005-2019

Trophy of Recognition for Faculty of the Quarter at the Art Institute Summer 2009

Certificate of Merit Award December 2005

CompTIA A+ Certified Professional October 2003

Volunteer work

Nairi Dance Studio 2004 – present

Graphic designer

Queen of the Universe Pageant 2012 - 2016

Graphic and web design

References

Robin Privat

Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair

LA REINA HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL

Phone: 805-***-**** ext. 1046

Email: ad17ph@r.postjobfree.com

Ms. Anne Coffey Rog, M. Ed.

Former Principal of La Reina High School

LA REINA HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL

Phone: 847-***-****

Email: ad17ph@r.postjobfree.com

Robin Fontana Kent, Ed.D.

Assistant Head of School (retired)

La Reina High School

Phone: 805-***-****

Email: ad17ph@r.postjobfree.com

Link to my online portfolio and student work: http://hhovsepyan.wix.com/nanodesign

Link to my LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nanohovsepyan/

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