Design Consultant Van Buren
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JOY BARKSDALE
Van Buren Twp, ***** MI
***.*********@*****.***/ 313-***-****
SUMMARY
As a dedicated and creative Design Consultant, I am seeking an opportunity to apply my expertise in delivering
tailored design solutions that align with client visions and requirements. With experience in selecting and
recommending design templates, reviewing fonts and images, and preparing print and digital materials, I bring a keen
eye for detail and a strong commitment to client satisfaction. My background includes managing and organizing
artifacts for exhibitions, educating audiences, and communicating important information effectively. I am fluent in
Spanish and have conversational skills in French, along with basic proficiency in several other languages.
SKILLS
Languages:
Fluent in Spanish
Conversational in French
Basic proficiency in Italian, Japanese, Arabic, and
German
Software:
Microsoft Office
Basic experience with Remote Sensing using GIS
Systems: CHADIS
Athena One
Interests:
Reading Traveling
WORK HISTORY
Design Consultant / dbGenesis Productions, LLC - Van Buren Twp
01/2011- Current
Select design templates that align with the customer's desired style for the print job. Stayed up-to-date on current
design trends in order to provide fresh ideas. Inspect the fonts and images used in the print job.
Scan and incorporate the selected photos and text, including poetry, into the print job.
01/2023
Community Health Worker / Hope Family Health Center - Detroit
Registered patients upon arrival and departure from the clinic.
Administered surveys to gather patients' basic health information. Verified referrals to schedule patient appointments.
01/2023
Assistant Curator / Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History - Detroit
Disassembled, cataloged, and stored artifacts for the Obama exhibit in the Lower West Wing.
Organized and stored artifacts while educating children about Idlewild, MI, and the historic African American figures
associated with the former resort.
Water Filtration Surveyor / AmeriCorps Urban Safety Program - Detroit
Notified residents about lead contamination in their water supply. Conducted phone surveys to determine resident
eligibility.
01/2021 - 01/2022
01/2016 - 01/2019
Distributed informational pamphlets about COVID-19 vaccines.
Junior Coach J.C. & Me Tumbling Team - Detroit
Instructed younger gymnastics members (ages 4-10) on the correct performance of their routines.
Supported the head coach in building confidence within the team.
Contributed to creating a positive and safe learning environment.
EDUCATION
Master's Degree: Anthropology
Wayne State University - Detroit, MI
Graduate Certificate: Museum Practice
Wayne State University - Detroit, MI
Bachelor of Arts: Anthropology
Oakland University - Rochester Hills, MI
Studied Abroad
Universita degli Studi della Tuscia - Viterbo, Italy
Associates Degree of Arts: Anthropology
Oakland Community College - Royal Oaks, MI
COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE
01/2024
01/2023
01/2021
01/2019
01/2018
Wayne State University, Volunteer
Detroit, MI, 2023
Assisted with setting up a new exhibition, including opening the exhibit, activating monitors, and operating the
humidifier for visitors.
Recorded and tallied visitor numbers during shifts.
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, Assistant Curator
Detroit, MI, 2023
Managed exhibits by disassembling, cataloging, and storing artifacts for the Obama exhibit in the Lower West Wing.
Educated children about Idlewild, MI, and notable African American figures associated with the historic resort.
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