DerRick Turner
Innovative Graphic Designer — Columbus, OH
About
Innovative Designer with a BA in Graphic Design but currently working on my MFA in Design/Business. Experience with a variety of clients has provided the opportunity to hone my skills & become well rounded in many design areas as you will notice in my portfolio.
Currently, I do some freelance work(Print, Identity, Apparel). Minimal Industry experience but looking forward to the opportunity to showcase my talent & design knowledge while contributing to a forward-thinking organization.
- Experience:
- 2 years
- Education:
- College for Creative Studies Detroit
Central State University - Awards:
- Activities/Awards/Honors:
>(2004 - 2007) Vice President/Head of Design in Central St. Univ. Visual Arts Club in the Department of Fine Arts
>(2004 - 2007) University Dean's List from College of Arts & Sciences
>(2004 - 2007) (Portfolio Based) Central St. Univ. Fine Arts Department Scholarship
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Resumé
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Objective:
To obtain a design opportunity that will enable me to create innovative design while showcasing my skillset and contributing at the professional level.
Education:
CURRENT STUDENT
MFA Interdisciplinary Design
College for Creative Studies - Detroit, MI
Expected Graduation Date: May 2011
BFA in Graphic Design/Advertising
Central State University - Wilberforce, OH
College of Arts & Sciences
Skills & Qualifications:
> Creative Problem Solver, Fresh Thinker
> Accuracy and Detail Oriented
> Talented in Development of Visual Concepts & Ideas
> Strong Traditional Art and Compositional Skills
> Highly Organized and Methodical
> Resourceful, Great Independent and Team Player.
> Knowledge in Art History & Current Design Trends, Styles, Popular Imagery, Pop Culture, and Sports
> Great Oral, Written and Interpersonal Skills
> Capable of Multi-Tasking effectively under pressure while meeting deadlines with consistency.
> Extremely Self-Motivated
> Foundation Business Knowledge helping in implementing design concepts, managing, & making strategic decisions
Areas of Proficiency:
Print Media
Advertisement/Promotional Design
Fashion & Apparel
Product Graphics & Packaging
Branding & Corporate Identity
Graphic Manipulation
Design Research
Product Design
Software:
> Mastery in Adobe CS3 & CS4
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign
Acrobat Pro
Corel Sketch
> Skillful on both PC and Macintosh OS/Leopard Systems as well as Office Programs: Word, Powerpoint, Excel & Keynote
Experience:
Freelance Graphic Design
Spring 2007 - Present
• Design, Illustration, and Art Direction on a myriad of projects including logos, print advertisements and other promotional materials, including clothing, posters, and invitations, etc.Worked closely with clients and vendors creating and maintaining successful and professional identity & relationships.
Clients:
Angelique Salon & Day Spa www.angeliquedayspa.com
Stones Throw Records www.stonesthrow.com
Sole Classics Boutique www.soleclassics.com
Barnett Recreation Center www.parks.columbus.gov
H-Town Sneaker Summit www.htownsneakersummit.com
J.WORK Ltd. Clothing; www.jworklimited.com
Phenology Clothing www.phnlgy.com
A-Front Boutique & SkateShop www.afront-tx.com
HoopMixtape.com www.hoopmixtape.com
Sucka 4 Love Clothing Co. www.sucka4love.bigcartel.com
TrueHead Clothing www.truehead.net
Fly Fortune Entertainment www.flyfortune.net
Activities/Awards/Honors:
> (2004 - 2007) Vice President/Head of Design in Central St. Univ. Visual Arts Club in the Department of Fine & Performing Arts
> (2004 - 2007) University Dean's List from College of Arts & Sciences
> (2004 - 2008) (Portfolio Based) Central St. Univ. Fine Arts Department Scholarship
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Digital Portfolio: www.behance.net/dturner
