GRAPHIC DESIGNER - FLASH ANIMATOR - WEBPAGE CREATOR
SUMMARY
Graphic designer with a knack for balancing the big picture with the small details! Creator of Three Lefts freelance design with a successful background creating logos and promotional graphics. Awarded for Liberty State Science Museum and Monmouth County Task Force designs. Diverse skill set includes web and print design, animation, and production.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Computer Graphics, 2003
Monmouth University, West Long Branch, New Jersey
SKILLS
Graphic Design: Adobe: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects; Corel Draw
Web Design: Adobe: Flash, Dreamweaver, Fireworks; FTP Software
Programing: ActionScript 2.0; HTML, XHTML, CSS
Platforms: MS Windows, Mac OS
Other: PC Troubleshooting, Photography/Darkroom, Typography, Drawing, Painting
EXPERIENCE
FREELANCE
Graphic/Web Designer, Three Lefts
Eatontown, New Jersey - Present
This is my latest endeavor. Though new, I have already received the utmost kudos and commendation from those I have worked for. I have come to find that as a freelancer I am something of a one-man shop; besides a designer I am also the office manager, secretarial pool, sales staff, marketing department, maintenance, and mail room all rolled into one. It's always exciting and always a challenge!
CORPORATE
Lead Multimedia Designer [Secret Clearance], Z2 Technologies, LLC
Red Bank, New Jersey | September 2005 - Present
Nowadays I work full-time for a great little company called "Z2 Tech." Currently I'm the Lead Multimedia Designer, where I work together with my team devising: CBT's, websites, and graphics for a range of clients, with an emphasis on the military.
Graphic Design/Print Prep., Impact Unlimited
Dayton, New Jersey | November 2004 - August 2005
I worked at this global tradeshow company as a full-time graphic designer/print prep. Where I used my graphical prowess to help keep things running smooth and looking good.
Graphic Designer/Production, Sign-A-Rama
Manalapan, New Jersey | February 2004 - September 2004
I pretty much ran the show here, with a plethora of design responsibilities such as: logo design, business cards, signs, banners, vehicle graphics, posters, etc. I plotted and produced signs, applied company vehicle graphics, and performed on-site installations. When I wasn't designing I was busy consulting with clients on the design and implementation of their company image. All the while assisting other employees with design and technical support issues.
Photofinisher/Manager, Picture People
Eatontown, New Jersey | October 2003 - January 2004 [Seasonal]
I was the guy in the back formally known to "make the magic happen, which is exactly what I did! Using my artistic eye to critique and choose the highest quality negatives for print, fine tune the colors, and carefully crop the rest, I gave each photo that extra edge it needed to make the sale!
Graphic Designer, Town Links Newspaper
Long Branch, New Jersey | February 2003 - May 2003 [Internship]
I learned a lot during this internship, where we worked under strict deadlines and used a wide range of typography to appeal to specific audiences. Aside from the stories, the main focus was planning and working on the Town Links website; preparing and posting pieces for their online audience.
Computer Lab Technician, Monmouth University
West Long Branch, New Jersey | September 1999 - December 2002
Along with my internship and schooling I worked at my University. I was responsible for computer lab stability, security, and problem solving of computer malfunctions and/or errors. That and I often assisted students with computer based projects.
Graphic Designer, The Stall Newspaper
Lincroft, New Jersey | September 1996 - May 1998
When I worked here I mainly created various designs for both ads and page layouts. Coworkers often came to me to help devise designs and titles for stories, ads, and front page headings. Occasionally there was a bit of black and white photography and darkroom development, where my photography classes came in quite handy.