Marvin Pollard
Altadena, CA *1001
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pollardmarvin4.wixsite.com/mysite
Creative and detail-oriented graphic designer with 30 years of experience in creating visually appealing designs for various media. Proficient in Mac and PC formats for Adobe Creative Suite and skilled in collaborating with clients to deliver high-quality graphics that meet their needs. Skills
● Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
● Strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout design
● Experience with web design and user experience (UX)
● Excellent communication and collaboration skills
● Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Professional Experience
Graphic Designer
Freelance Illustrator - Pasadena, CA
May 1991 – Present
● Collaborated with clients to develop design concepts and create visual content for marketing materials, websites, and social media.
● Designed logos, brochures, and promotional materials that increased brand awareness and engagement.
● Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring high-quality output and timely delivery.
Digital Media Professor's Assistant
Pasadena, CA- Pasadena, CA
January 2003 – December 2009
● Kept students up to par on lectures
● Gave suggestions on how to construct a digital portfolio
● Identify the needs of students through coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping students to improve their knowledge or skills
● Participated in critiques of digital projects and digital portfolios. Painter - Boss Graphics
June 2005 - June 2006
● Created art with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
● Painted graphics and mascots on walls on school gymnasium. Graphic Designer - G Wiz Graphics
June 2006 - November 2011
● Design logos, stationary, photography, and typography Digital Media Professor - Pasadena City College
March 2001- September 2009
● Experience with or able to teach one or more of the following digital Media software: Adobe Suite, Maya, Quark XPress, Digital Photography, Typography. Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts with Art History
California Institute of the Arts- Valencia, CA
January, 1998 – December, 2001
Masters of Fine Arts - Fine Art, Illustration
Art Center of Design 2010 - 2011
Portfolio
Available at: pollardmarvin4.wixsite/mysite