Objective

To bring my skills and unique outlook to the company, offering new ideas and concept-driven solutions to whatever challenges we face.

Education

Graduated summa cum laude with a BFA in graphic design.
University of North Florida; December, 2006

Certified art teacher

Skills

Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, HTML and CSS web programming, Quark, and Microsoft Office, in both Mac and Windows environments

Qualifications

I work well in groups, but am self-directed enough to work alone if needed. I have a lot of great ideas to bring to the table. I am extremely driven, have a strong work ethic, and am very quick to learn.

Awards

Gold Addy: Brunet-Garcia grand opening promo, 2008
Silver Addy: Halloween Doors and More campaign, 2008
Gold Addy: Brunet-Garcia Christmas promo, 2007
Silver Addy: JMOMA Poster, 2007
Top 10 Portfolios: AIGA Student portfolio review, Jacksonville, 2006
Dean's List: University of North Florida, 2002-2006

Affiliations

AIGA member

Experience

Junior Art Director August 2005 - August 2007
Brunet-García Multicultural Advertising and Public Relations, Jacksonville, FL
Design, concept, illustration, production, some web & flash

Art, Technology & Media Resource Teacher August 2004 - June 2008
Duval County Public Schools, Jacksonville, FL
Use of graphic design background and creative thinking to teach elementary children lessons that they wouldn't get from the typical resource teacher. Also responsible for creating various design projects for the school, from brochures and illustrations to video assignments.

Logo Design and Corporate Identity August, 2007 - present
AvConnex – Industry Research and Consulting, Jacksonville, FL
Designed logo, business card, and various collateral for AvConnex and associated DBA’s.

Logo Design and Corporate Identity February, 2005 - present
Pioneer Equipment Company, Jacksonville, FL
Designed logo, stationery, website, flyers & trade show display for this worldwide heavy machine company.