Graphic Designer — Houston, TX
I work on print media and other visual communication expressions. Message me here or contact me at eric.machen@gmail.com and please feel free to leave a comment/critique about the work.
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EDUCATION
The Art Institute of Houston
Houston, Texas
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree with a Major in Graphic Design, 2009 Graduate
SKILLS
Proficient in:
Illustrator
Photoshop
InDesign
Microsoft Word
Familiar with:
Dreamweaver
Flash
HTML/CSS
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint
EXPERIENCE
•The Hucksters, Houston, Texas, Graphic Artist – Internship July 2009–December 2009
Redesign logos. Edit and touch up photographs. Proofread layouts. Brainstorm using creative
and original design concepts.
•Thermo Fisher Scientific, Sugar Land, Texas, Senior Assembler2005–Present
Perform function tests, calibration, assemble and rework on electronic sub-assemblies and final-assemblies. Set-up timed testing of various product families and evaluate test results. Additionally, install tested sub-assemblies into the appropriate product installation housing. Perform final inspection and complete check-lists.
•Eaton Corporation, Houston, Texas, Assembler 2003–2005
Performed testing and wiring of power distribution boxes ranging from 12-25vdc & 120-230vac. Include in the testing was structure integrity of the housing and point
to point test of the wiring installed.
•US Air Force, Great Falls, Montana, Team Chief 1996–2000 E-4 rank, Honorable Discharged
Effectively carried out installations and repair of the heating and cooling system for the missile launch and support facility. Perform power distribution checks, checking and repairing any leaks present in the cooling system, and removal and replacing any faulty equipment on
site. Assist new recruits in adjusting to military life. Supervised and trained team members to become effective team chiefs.