2006 - 2007: Southern Rhode Island Newspaper

Assistant Production Manager

            Responsible for completing a wide variety of graphic design projects to further company marketing objectives. Provide professional graphics, images, and designs for brochures, print advertisements, promotional handouts, signs, direct mail pieces, newsletters, multimedia presentations, and the website information page. Project and maintain the companies’ professional image. Responsible for the creation and shipping of 7 Award winning newspapers. Assist with special projects as needed.

Adobe Photoshop CS4

Adobe Acrobat

Adobe Distiller

Quark Xpress

Mac Platform

PC Platform

Maya

Quickbooks

Microsoft Office

Live Type

FTP Client

Preflight Software

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Indesign

Adobe Premier

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Flash

Lightwave 3D

Experience in

Proficient in

2002 Graduate Katherine Gibbs School, Providence, RI

Interactive Media and Web Design Certificate Program, Dean’s List

Education

2001 - Present: LS Designs

Freelance Graphic Design

            Concept and design for various project types; business cards, vinyl wraps, logo design, brochures, websites, gift certificates, signage and advertisements. Responsibilities include quoting with vendors, providing estimates, billing and invoicing for all projects. Extensive knowledge of design techniques, tools and principles involved in graphic design production. Direct communication with clients. Focus on customer satisfaction and retention.

Career Development

2004 - 2009: Auto Audio & Accessories

Assistant Manager - Installer

            Professional installation of after market accessories and factory components. Maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. Multi-tasking while upholding quality and integrity of work. Using installation skills to complete projects while always increasing quality of work. Performing in a fast-paced, ever changing industry. Providing a friendly and helpful experience for all customers.

Advanced graphic designer with a passion for digital art. Pursuing a career with a strong, forward thinking, progressive company where I can fully utilize my knowledge and experience as a designer.. Detail-oriented with excellent work ethic, creative, strong time management and interpersonal skills. Ability to create designs, concepts, and layouts with a team, also capable of working independently with minimal direction.

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