Graphic Designer
Resume:
Michael Stone
Aiken, South Carolina
*********@*****.***
Portfolio: stoneworks-design.com
Professional Summary
Graphic designer and technical communications specialist with experience translating complex scientific and engineering information into clear visual communication for diverse audiences. Combines a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design with nearly three decades of experience supporting nuclear operations, training, quality assurance, and procedure development across commercial nuclear power plants and Department of Energy facilities, including the Savannah River Site. Skilled in developing visual content, technical graphics, and structured documentation that support communication between scientists, engineers, and diverse audiences.
Scientific & Technical Communication Experience
Extensive experience translating complex engineering, scientific, and operational information into structured documentation and visual communication.
Worked directly with engineers, operators, and technical specialists to produce materials supporting regulatory compliance, safety programs, and operational procedures.
Experienced communicating complex systems and processes to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Familiar with communication environments within Department of Energy facilities, including the Savannah River Site.
Obtained Q Clearance for SRS and Q Top Secret Clearnce at ORNL.
Core Competencies
Scientific and technical visualization
Graphic design and visual communication
Brand identity systems and layout design
Editorial and publication design
Data visualization and infographic development
Technical documentation and structured communication
Cross-disciplinary collaboration
Independent project management
Technical Skills
Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
Figma
Print and digital production workflows
Layout and publication design
Visual hierarchy and information design
Graphic Design Experience - Freelance Graphic Designer 2017 – Present
Designed brand identity systems including logos, typography frameworks, and color palettes.
Developed visual communication materials across print, digital, and social media platforms.
Produced editorial layouts, infographics, and marketing assets emphasizing strong visual hierarchy.
Designed responsive layout concepts for websites and digital interfaces.
Managed projects independently from concept through final production delivery.
Nuclear Technical Communication Experience
Operations Procedure Writer
Wisconsin Electric Power Company — Point Beach Nuclear Plant
1997 – 2004
Developed and maintained plant operations procedures supporting nuclear generating unit operations.
Collaborated with engineers and operators to translate complex technical systems into clear procedural documentation.
Produced regulatory documentation supporting NRC compliance requirements.
Operations Procedure Writer (Contract Positions)
Savannah River Site
1991 – 1997
Worked under subcontractors including Combustion Engineering, Power Associates Inc., and Jacobs Engineering.
Developed operations procedures supporting reactor-area and waste management operations.
Produced technical documentation supporting DOE operational and safety compliance programs.
Collaborated with engineers, operators, and technical staff to ensure documentation accurately reflected plant systems.
Supported documentation assignments at multiple DOE facilities including work at the Pantex Plant and Oak Ridge National Laboratory.
Developed technical procedures in collaboration with engineers and operations personnel, translating complex systems and safety requirements into clear operational documentation.
Procedure Writer / QA Specialist / Training Instructor
Multiple U.S. Nuclear Facilities
1982 – 1991
Facilities included:
Grand Gulf Nuclear Station
Enrico Fermi Nuclear Generating Station Unit 2
Turkey Point Nuclear Generating Station
Point Beach Nuclear Plant
Responsibilities included:
Development of operations, quality assurance, and administrative procedures.
Technical specification compliance documentation and QA verification checklists.
Operations training program support.
Licensed Reactor Operator
Georgia Power — Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant
1976 – 1982
Operated nuclear reactor control systems supporting plant operations.
Performed reactor startups, shutdowns, power adjustments, and equipment testing.
Held NRC Reactor Operator and Senior Reactor Operator licenses.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) — Graphic Design
Southern New Hampshire University
Completed 2026 - Capstone Project: Professional design portfolio and personal brand system.
U.S. Citizen — eligible to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
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