RESUME
Professional
info
I enjoy working in a team environment and experience in project leadership. I am proficient in, and familiar with, Mac base programs. Even if I’m not familiar with something I normally pick it up and figure it out quickly. Working in publishing, I’m used to deadlines and
fast paced environments. I like problem solving and finding creative solutions. Ultimately I would like to find a career home and a place in which I can grow and learn.
Work
experience
Ann Arbor Observer:
Senior Graphic Designer & Illustration
March 2007 - present
My responsibilities include ad and feature designs, logos, holiday cards, spot illustrations, and helping manage production, assisting advertiser representatives with clients, working to problem solve issues and find designs that best fit client’s needs, photo adjusting and some light web graphics work.
Freelance Graphic Design & Illustration
July 2002 - present
I have created poster design, logos, holiday cards, and other projects for various small companies and individuals. A few clients include: Dexter Community Players, Summers-Knoll School, National Center for
Manufacturing Sciences, and Pet Supplies Plus.
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum -
Graphic Design Internship
September 2005 – March 2007
I created ad designs, exhibit signs, event invitations, programs, newsletters, spot illustrations, and various design
projects.
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
- Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop,
Acrobat & more
Microsoft Office
Photo Editing
Social Media
Leadership
Communication
Team Work
Education
College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI
B.F.A., May 2005
Major: Illustration
Burren College of Art, Ballyvaughan, Ireland
Summer 2004
Major: Landscape Painting
Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor, MI
1997 – 2001
Accomplishments
Dale Carnegie Course
Graduates 2015
Vice President of The Pointe at Island Lake Condo
2012 – 2015