Peter Bria
Tinley Park, Illinois
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Designer of visual solutions in various media with meticulous attention to detail from inception to completion
Self-disciplined, skilled production artist, and a team player able to communicate ideas visually, verbally, and in writing
Results-driven, self starter with positive attitude, multi-tasking ability and possess an ability to work backwards to the result of projects.
Education
Robert Morris University, Orland Park, IL
Bachelor of Applied Science Degree Concentration: Graphic Design
Graduation: February 2011
G.P.A: 3.87/4.0
Moraine Valley Community College, Palos Hills, IL
Associate of Applied Science Degree Major: Graphic Design Graduation: May 2009
G.P.A: 3.5/4.0
Design Coursework
Digital Photography, Digital Imaging, Typography, Interface Design, Digital Printing, Animation Web Design, Digital Illustration, Introduction to Computer Art, Introduction to Computer Systems.
Design Software
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Flash Professional, Final Cut Pro
Professional Experience
Matthews Computer Solutions, Inc (Freelance)
March 2011 – Present
• Redesigned the logo for Matthews Computer Solutions achieving high customer satisfaction
• Helped created buttons and graphics including icons, logo for buttons and the splash page, for the betonthemovies.com phone app.
• Developed the logo for flipsonflops.com for one of the clients of Matthews Computer Solutions, Inc
Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce, April 2011
• Photographed almost 300 images at the Beer and Wine Fest for the Tinley Park Chamber Newsletter
Anjo's Motor Service, March 2011
• Created business cards for employees and owner demonstrating design capabilities
Robert Morris University, Orland Park, IL
May - September 2010
Graphics Intern for RMU campus in Orland Park:
• Revitalized flyers for certain RMU events in Orland Park
• Captured images using a camera of events.
• Originated graphics for PowerPoint presentations for clients.
Moraine Valley Glacier, Palos Hills,IL March - July 2009
Graphics Intern for MVCC campus newspaper in Palos Hills:
• Illustrated masthead and headers for newspaper and column titles.
• Laid out text in an appropriate.
• Shaped several graphics for a group project: A 3-D map of the MVCC campus.
Awards
Excellence in Illinois Community College Newspapers 2010