Graphic Designer — Central, CT
In 2006, Dean enrolled in classes at Gibbs College to pursue a degree in graphic design. At Gibbs, Dean learned intensive drawing skills, color design theory, photo manipulation, computer illustration, typography, page layout and basic web development skills along with general academics and art history. After graduating with an A.A.S. in Visual Communication in June of 2009, Dean has been constantly networking with local designers and building his reputation and portfolio.
QUALIFICATIONS
Conscientious individual with an aptitude for visual art and design,
strong work ethic and team integration skills; with a working
knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, most desktop applications
and comfortable with operating both MAC and PC systems.
WORK HISTORY
BizWiz Print & Copy
Rocky Hill, CT- 2011
Production, Designer
MPression Graphics, LLC
Terryville, CT 2010 - Present
Freelance Designer
Gibbs College
Farmington, CT 2007 - 2009
Graphic Design Intern
Shish Kebab House
West Hartford, CT 2007 - Present
Print Ads
Verizon Wireless (Solectron Corporation)
Forest Hills, NY 2001 - 2005
Tech Support and Customer Service
Spits and Peck
Cederhurst, NY 2000 - 2001
Art Production
K.C. Artworks
Wantaugh, NY 1998 - 2000
Art Production
EDUCATION
Gibbs College
Farmington, CT
A.A.S. in Visual Communication, 2009
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY 2001
Web design certification