Graphic designer and Photographer

Dawn Haun

Milford, Virginia ***** • 804-***-**** • **********@*****.*** • www.wagonwheelcreations.com

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Graphic Designer

Multi-faceted Graphic Designer with over 13 years of professional experience assisting clients and companies in developing cohesive brands to engage audiences and expand reach. Proficient in creating multiple digital assets utilizing photography, videography, website design, and social media platforms. Adept at designing graphics and layouts for a variety of applications, juggling multiple projects and adhering to strict deadlines.

Skill & Technical Proficiencies

·Photoshop

·InDesign

·Illustrator

·Premiere Pro

·Lightroom

·WordPress

·Videography

·Social Media Marketing

·Photography

·Graphic Design

·Website Design

·Project Management

Professional Experience

The Freelance-Star Newspaper, Fredericksburg, Va., 06/2017-Present

Freelance Writer & Photographer

Managed and prioritized multiple projects, including conducting interviews, capturing candid and staged photos, and crafting articles while maintaining deadlines. Developed good working relationships with internal and external staff, conducting extensive research on news and events, as well as conducting investigations and interviews. Edited photographs utilizing Adobe applications such as Photoshop and Lightroom, maintaining brand and style guidelines.

Key Contribution:

·Assessed locations, identifying best lighting to stage and produce photos.

·Drafted articles in AP style, demonstrating effective and clear communications to inform audiences.

Wagon Wheel Creations, Milford, Va., 06/2014-Present

Independent Contractor & Owner

Consulted with clients, assessing needs, wants, and visions to ensure brand identity is expressed in a consistent and compelling way across creative assets. Created original designs and collateral for clients entailing photography, videography, ad designs, website development, branding elements, and marketing campaigns. Utilized Adobe programs to process, edit, and restore photos, ensuring highest quality of presentation and file formats. Managed organization, storage, retrieval, and re-use of assets, maintaining client image databases.

Key Contribution:

·Produced a variety of branded high-quality digital products for client needs.

Lifetouch Studios, Richmond, Va., 03/2008-Present

Photographer

Directed and managed all aspects of post-production, from editing photos to manipulating final assets by cropping and resizing, utilizing various software applications. Leveraged extensive photography knowledge to capture impactful compositions. Photographed promotional shoots and candid events, organizing shoots, sourcing and procuring models, props, and locations.

Key Contributions:

·Managed digital assets, archiving, saving, and organizing files for each project.

·Ensured equipment longevity and sustainability by maintaining and operating a wide range of cameras.

Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce, Fredericksburg, Va., 05/2015-09/2017

Communications Manger

Led overall art direction, directing all aspects of digital and multimedia design such as crafting presentations, email and electronic communications, and producing a bi-monthly magazine. Attended meeting with internal departments to discuss budgets, project timelines, and compliances. Prioritized workloads, executing multiple projects at once, and delivery assets within aggressive deadlines.

Key Contribution:

·Manipulated and incorporated photography and video designs while managing social media platforms to engage audiences and increase awareness.

Caroline magazIne/Newspaper, Bowling Green, Va. 08/2007-05/2015

Advertising Graphic Designer

Oversaw quarterly magazine and weekly newspaper productions, designing layouts to guide editorials and art content. Wrote and edited AP style articles and features for multiple publications and newspapers. Edited photos for use throughout social media platforms and websites.

Key Contribution:

·Designed social media graphics, and advertisement designs to assist clients in growing business and reaching a wider audience of consumers.

Education

Associates of Art in Photography & Design Shepherd University, Shepherdstown, WVA

Google Ads Fundamentals Certificate, Lynda.com, 2018

CCS Essential Training Certificate, Lynda.com, 2018

Content Marketing Foundations, Lynda.com, 2020

After Effects Essential Training, Lynda.com, 2020

Social Media Marketing Certificate, Lynda.com, 2018

Photoshop for Web Design, Lynda.com, 2017

WordPress, Lynda.com, 2015

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