CV
July 7, 2009
As a professional designer, I seek to:
• Create well designed, functional, and desirable designs that satisfy the
goals of the client.
• Work with a collaborative and dedicated design team.
2004, Flash MX, 8 week course, Conestoga College, Kitchener, Ontario
2002, 3 year Graphic Design Diploma, Conestoga College, Kitchener, ON
1999, Diploma with 5 OAC credits, F.E. Madill S.S., Wingham, ON
March 09 – Present
Owner and Lead Designer – Inspireling Studios, Waterloo, Ontario
• Providing graphic design services for print and web.
May 05 – Present
Freelance Designer – Hitlogic, Pickering, Ontario
• Collaborate with design broker to provide graphic services. Developed personal time management skills, and invoicing system.
October 07 – September 08
Production Designer of “Nipe Jibu” – Pamoja Productions, Arusha, Tanzania, East Africa
• designed and oversaw construction/creation of sets, props and costumes
• managed set dressing, costumes, makeup and continuity during the shooting schedule
• created branding and packaging for “Nipe Jibu”
April 07 – October 07
Manager – Russell House Classic Apparel, Port Stanley, Ontario
• developed opening/closing, payroll, accounting and merchandising procedures for this new start up.
April 05 – April 07
Administration Manager – The Embassy and Elevation, Waterloo, Ontario
• Established administration systems for managing information flow, holiday schedules, payroll, accounts payable, member management, and IT Support.
• increased community donations by $2,000 per semester by developing and managing a semesterly newsletter.
August 02 – April 05
Graphic Designer & Administrative Assistant – WATMEC, Waterloo, Ontario
• Developed multi-tasking skills by managing multiple print, design and data projects.
Applications: Illustrator, Indesign, Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver, Office Suite
Life: problem solving, communicating, listening
I believe in recycling, public transportation, the power of chocolate, brushing at least twice a day, shoe therapy, always doing my best, and, if my life allowed it, traveling at every possible opportunity.
I can’t get enough of good coffee, LOST, my new slippers, biting into a juicy steak, trying out new recipes, Ace of Cakes, kite flying, wearing any hue of blue, and the smell of clean laundry.
I’m constantly working on a design project or two, wondering why I watch TMZ, developing my graphic design skills, discovering inspiring design, doing dishes, enhancing my personal space, and keeping in touch with family and friends.
I am a junior designer available for contract | freelance. If you have any questions, comments or interest please feel free to contact me.
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