Objective
I am a creative individual with a love for design. I am seeking a challenging
position in advertising and graphic design that will allow me to grow as a designer.
Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, Kutztown, PA
BFA in Communication Design, May 2007
3.45 overall GPA, 3.49 GPA in major
Skills
Creative thinker, great problem solver, works well in groups as well as alone,
and excellent work ethic. Experience with editorial, package, poster, and logo
design, as well as developing strong headlines and copywriting for advertisements.
Fluent in the use of Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, QuarkXpress,
and Microsoft Word. Experience using Adobe Streamline, Fireworks, and Dreamweaver.
Related Work Experience
Bergey Creative Group
Graphic Designer, May 2008 – September 2008
Williams & Philips Graphic Design
Full-time Freelancer, August 2007 – March 2008
Kraemer Schurman Advertising and Design
Freelancing, May 2007 – June 2007
Kraemer Schurman Advertising and Design
Internship, March 2007 – May 2007
Campus Graphics Workshop
Designer, August 2006 – December 2006
Kutztown University, Kutztown, PA, Communication Design Department
The Women’s Center, Client: Grace Hill
Organized client meetings to produce a four color poster and pamphlet cover. Presented roughs and press proofs to client. Worked with off-campus printers.
Summit Floors, Washington, NJ
Advertising/Graphic Designer, June 2006 – August 2006
Designed multiple newspaper ads and a brochure for the business
Other
Wendy’s, Easton, PA
Cashier, food prep, server, July 2001 – July 2007
Skill in customer service while working as a team in a fast paced environment.
Honor’s and Activities
Dean’s List
Spring 2006 – Fall 2006
AIGA member
October 2005 – October 2007
Active member of the Kutztown Chapter of AIGA. Attended meetings and educational
seminars on various design subjects.
Designathon participant
April 2006
Event at Kutztown University where AIGA members designed materials for non-profit
organizations during a 24-hour period.
References
Portfolio and references available upon request.