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Do you need to freshen up your business' image during this down economy? Let's create something out of nothing together! I am a graphic designer who realizes the importance of practical and affordable, yet unique designs. I specialize in quick turn-arounds, quality designs and unprecedented customer service!I currently have a full-time job as a graphic designer and I am a freelancer/business owner by night to supplement my income. All rates are negotiable and I am open to discussing payment options individually with each client. If you would like more information, you can contact me on facebook, twitter, or linked in. Also, if you are looking for a custom card or invitation visit my zazzle store, where you can customize your own card! New designs will be uploaded regularly, so make sure you check back! And, if you have an idea of what you want, suggestions are always welcome, so please use these current designs as inspiration, so we can create the perfect stationery together..whether it's for an anniversary, wedding or even a baby shower!
Do you need to freshen up your business' image during this down economy? Let's create something out of nothing together! I am a graphic designer who realizes the importance of practical and affordable, yet unique designs. I specialize in quick turn-arounds, quality designs and unprecedented customer service!
I currently have a full-time job as a graphic designer and I am a freelancer/business owner by night to supplement my income. All rates are negotiable and I am open to discussing payment options individually with each client.
If you would like more information, you can contact me on facebook, twitter, or linked in. Also, if you are looking for a custom card or invitation visit my zazzle store, where you can customize your own card! New designs will be uploaded regularly, so make sure you check back! And, if you have an idea of what you want, suggestions are always welcome, so please use these current designs as inspiration, so we can create the perfect stationery together..whether it's for an anniversary, wedding or even a baby shower!
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PORTFOLIO.
For a more comprehensive look at my portfolio,
please visit my visual cv!
Colonial Square Senior Apartment Community Full Collateral Package
Colonial Square's secondary marketing material
Niagara County Community College Student Housing Collateral
Destination Sales marketing collateral
Cazenovia College Fashion Show Posters
Everlasting Love Wedding Invitation
WHO I AM.
[design statement]“I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way, things I had no words for” [Georgia O’Keeffe].I define myself digitally. I create something out of nothing everyday. Being a designer consists of learning to accept yourself, your flaws, as well as following your own intuition to make your work personal and distinctive. The most innovative and impacting designs are a continuous process of simplifications and refinement. Creating art coincides with overcoming obstacles and experimenting with different materials and mediums, as well as working within budgets and time constraints.Unlike math, art gives you the opportunity to find hundreds of solutions to the same problem. It is not restricting or limiting and so it in turn becomes an outlet in which I can express myself. I like the challenge. To me, the experience and the evolution of the creation process are the most important. This is the part of the piece that represents who you are and what you feel. My personal process is different than most. I am not one to sketch thumbnails in a sketchbook initially. I will doodle on scrap paper, a corner of a napkin, placemats, or anything I can find to capture my initial ideas. Staring at the blank page of a sketchbook is intimidating to me. When you act out of fear, your fears become reality. A person viewing your portfolio can tell if your lines, shapes, and colors are hesitant. It is important to be bold and direct in your work.My ultimate goal is to work for a company that is successful, with strong values, that will challenge me to learn and grow everyday. I am looking for an environment that lets me shine. A place where hierarchy and bureaucracy don’t exist. A place where I am encouraged to speak my mind and share ideas, and would not be reprimanded when standing up for what I believe in. I want to work at a place where everyone’s energy is focused on innovation and creativity with no corporate politics. I am a quick learner, I am resourceful, I possess the willingness to learn, and the drive and dedication to be successful. Wherever I am lacking, I make up for it in discipline. I guarantee I will never be outworked. I am passionate about everything I attempt, because I believe it is a reflection of the person I am.
[design statement]
“I found I could say things with color and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way, things I had no words for” [Georgia O’Keeffe].
I define myself digitally. I create something out of nothing everyday. Being a designer consists of learning to accept yourself, your flaws, as well as following your own intuition to make your work personal and distinctive. The most innovative and impacting designs are a continuous process of simplifications and refinement. Creating art coincides with overcoming obstacles and experimenting with different materials and mediums, as well as working within budgets and time constraints.
Unlike math, art gives you the opportunity to find hundreds of solutions to the same problem. It is not restricting or limiting and so it in turn becomes an outlet in which I can express myself. I like the challenge. To me, the experience and the evolution of the creation process are the most important. This is the part of the piece that represents who you are and what you feel. My personal process is different than most. I am not one to sketch thumbnails in a sketchbook initially. I will doodle on scrap paper, a corner of a napkin, placemats, or anything I can find to capture my initial ideas. Staring at the blank page of a sketchbook is intimidating to me. When you act out of fear, your fears become reality. A person viewing your portfolio can tell if your lines, shapes, and colors are hesitant. It is important to be bold and direct in your work.
My ultimate goal is to work for a company that is successful, with strong values, that will challenge me to learn and grow everyday. I am looking for an environment that lets me shine. A place where hierarchy and bureaucracy don’t exist. A place where I am encouraged to speak my mind and share ideas, and would not be reprimanded when standing up for what I believe in. I want to work at a place where everyone’s energy is focused on innovation and creativity with no corporate politics. I am a quick learner, I am resourceful, I possess the willingness to learn, and the drive and dedication to be successful. Wherever I am lacking, I make up for it in discipline. I guarantee I will never be outworked. I am passionate about everything I attempt, because I believe it is a reflection of the person I am.
EXPERIENCE.
[objective]To obtain a position as graphic designer at a goal-oriented company that will allow me to utilize my passion for design, and continue to build a solid foundation for the future.[general qualifications]Proficient with software programs. A hard-working, highly-motivated and resourceful individual. An innovative, energetic designer that exhibits creativity and maintains professionalism. Embodies strong communication and organization skills. Possess the ability to multi-task in deadline-oriented scenarios, while maintaining flexibility and attention to detail.[experience]United Group of Companies / Troy, New York / Aug 2007 - PresentGraphic Designer• Managed entire design processes associated with multiple sites and worked directly with clients to plan, analyze, and create visual solutions using of a variety mediums. Used color, typography, illustration, photography, and various print and layout techniques to appeal to targeted demographics.• Created concepts, and practical layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts. Negotiated pricing contracts to stay within a predetermined budget and then determined the size, style and arrangement of illustrative material, while adhering to strict deadlines.• Developed full collateral packages from conceptualization through final production, as well as other collateral including: postcards, magazines, e-mail blasts, tri- folds, billboards, tradeshow displays etc.• Researched and developed content and material for various web sites. Optimized images and worked with third party vendor to create, and continually maintain all project web sites.• Honors: Promoted from junior to mid-level designer within 8 months of employment Nominated for UGOC Presidential Award with less than one year of service Nominated for NAHB Best Brochure & Best Advertisement Marketing Department Representative National Mature Media Merit Award - Colonial Square Full Collateral PackageWalt Disney World - Destination Sales / Celebration, Florida / Jan 2007 - Jun 2007Creative Assistant• Handled various graphic design and desktop publishing projects, supported many internal departments.• Participated in training programs, brainstorming sessions and provided support to the events team.• Developed and designed marketing collateral to maximize ticket sales in central Florida at vectors such as AAA, Disney Stores and Disney Planning Center locations inside local hotels.• Managed print process of jobs.• Attended Brand, Creative Couch and Creative Project Review Meetings.• Acted as a liaison between all departments to ensure communication throughout the company campaigns and celebrations.• Collaborated with creative team to guarantee design quality and brand integrity.Amsterdam Printing & Litho Co. / Amsterdam, New York / Jun 2002 - Aug 2006Graphic Design Intern• Arranged layouts of various material for targeted catalogs, circulars, and other miscellaneous direct mail pieces.• Proofed and edited catalogs, manipulated images, imprinted images and created logos.• Optimized all web images.[education]Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, New YorkBachelor of Fine Arts, Visual Communications, GPA 3.6[honors & activities]• Deans List• Cum Laude• Alpha Chi Honor Society• NFCA All-American Scholar-Athlete• Student Athlete Leadership Team • Yearbook Cover Design Winner• Basketball, Volleyball, Softball• Female Athlete of the Year• NEAC Scholar Athlete• Marriot Student Athlete of the Week• Basketball Tournament MVP• Empire State Softball Team• Best Defensive Player• NEAC All-Conference Outfielder• Cardinal Classic Tournament MVP• Work Study[technical skills]• MAC & PC Platform• Adobe InDesign• Adobe Illustrator• Adobe Photoshop• QuarkXpress• Macromedia Dreamweaver• Microsoft Word• Microsoft Excel• Microsoft Powerpoint[community service]• Stride for a Cure• Served Lunch at a Senior Center• Collected Cell Phones for Victims of Domestic Violence
[objective]
To obtain a position as graphic designer at a goal-oriented company that will allow me to utilize my passion for design, and continue to build a solid foundation for the future.
[general qualifications]
Proficient with software programs. A hard-working, highly-motivated and resourceful individual. An innovative, energetic designer that exhibits creativity and maintains professionalism. Embodies strong communication and organization skills. Possess the ability to multi-task in deadline-oriented scenarios, while maintaining flexibility and attention to detail.
[experience]
United Group of Companies / Troy, New York / Aug 2007 - Present
Graphic Designer
• Managed entire design processes associated with multiple sites and worked directly with clients to plan, analyze, and create visual solutions using of a variety mediums. Used color, typography, illustration, photography, and various print and layout techniques to appeal to targeted demographics.
• Created concepts, and practical layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts. Negotiated pricing contracts to stay within a predetermined budget and then determined the size, style and arrangement of illustrative material, while adhering to strict deadlines.
• Developed full collateral packages from conceptualization through final production, as well as other collateral including: postcards, magazines, e-mail blasts, tri- folds, billboards, tradeshow displays etc.
• Researched and developed content and material for various web sites. Optimized images and worked with third party vendor to create, and continually maintain all project web sites.
• Honors: Promoted from junior to mid-level designer within 8 months of employment
Nominated for UGOC Presidential Award with less than one year of service
Nominated for NAHB Best Brochure & Best Advertisement
Marketing Department Representative
National Mature Media Merit Award - Colonial Square Full Collateral Package
Walt Disney World - Destination Sales / Celebration, Florida / Jan 2007 - Jun 2007
Creative Assistant
• Handled various graphic design and desktop publishing projects, supported many internal departments.
• Participated in training programs, brainstorming sessions and provided support to the events team.
• Developed and designed marketing collateral to maximize ticket sales in central Florida at vectors such as AAA, Disney Stores and Disney Planning Center locations inside local hotels.
• Managed print process of jobs.
• Attended Brand, Creative Couch and Creative Project Review Meetings.
• Acted as a liaison between all departments to ensure communication throughout the company campaigns and celebrations.
• Collaborated with creative team to guarantee design quality and brand integrity.
Amsterdam Printing & Litho Co. / Amsterdam, New York / Jun 2002 - Aug 2006
Graphic Design Intern
• Arranged layouts of various material for targeted catalogs, circulars, and other miscellaneous direct mail pieces.
• Proofed and edited catalogs, manipulated images, imprinted images and created logos.
• Optimized all web images.
[education]
Cazenovia College, Cazenovia, New York
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Visual Communications, GPA 3.6
[honors & activities]
• Deans List
• Cum Laude
• Alpha Chi Honor Society
• NFCA All-American Scholar-Athlete
• Student Athlete Leadership Team
• Yearbook Cover Design Winner
• Basketball, Volleyball, Softball
• Female Athlete of the Year
• NEAC Scholar Athlete
• Marriot Student Athlete of the Week
• Basketball Tournament MVP
• Empire State Softball Team
• Best Defensive Player
• NEAC All-Conference Outfielder
• Cardinal Classic Tournament MVP
• Work Study
[technical skills]
• MAC & PC Platform
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• QuarkXpress
• Macromedia Dreamweaver
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Powerpoint
[community service]
• Stride for a Cure
• Served Lunch at a Senior Center
• Collected Cell Phones for Victims of Domestic Violence
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