Last Login: 24 Apr 2012
About
Hello, and thank you for your interest in my work! I am currently doing design work, as needed, for Urban GIS, a technology company in Chicago. I previously worked as a graphic designer for the University of Illinois at Chicago, where I also earned my second BFA degree. UIC's design curriculum gave me an in-depth understanding of typography, grids, and composition. Before returning to college, I spent several years doing print production work, which helped me develop strong computer skills.
Resume
EDUCATION
B.F.A., Graphic Design, 2008
University of Illinois at Chicago
B.F.A., Illustration, 1998
American Academy of Art, Chicago, IL
SKILLS
In-depth understanding of typography and grid systems
Computer skills in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Flash, MS Office, Acrobat, After Effects, HTML5
Research, writing, and proofreading skills
Traditional art skills such as painting, drawing, and clay modeling
EMPLOYMENT
January 2009–present
Graphic Designer, Urban GIS. Chicago, IL
Designed logo, brochure, business cards, and other promotional materials. Created software reference guides for clients.
June–September 2011
Freelance Presentation Designer, Designkitchen. Chicago, IL
Created presentations and line art and did photo research.
2007–2008
Graphic Designer, UIC Campus Housing. Chicago, IL
Designed posters, brochures, and other promotional materials.
February–August 2007
Producer, Legacy.com. Evanston, IL
Screened entries in an online condolences guestbook for inappropriate content.
July–September 2006 (freelance)
Production Artist/Graphic Designer, Art Dose. Chicago, IL
Created and installed signage and produced print materials.
2005–2006 (temporary assignments)
Proofreader, Creative Talent Source. Chicago, IL
Proofread and copyedited catalog pages.
2001–2004
Production Artist, Proof Positive/Farrowlyne Associates. Evanston, IL
Did page production, digital art creation, and some design work for textbooks and other educational materials. Also involved in project management.
1999–2000
Graphic Artist, The Beverly Review. Chicago, IL
Created ad layouts for a weekly newspaper.
1998–1999
Graphic Artist, Tec-Doc Inc. Hickory Hills, IL
Did page production and technical illustration for instruction manuals, catalogs, and packaging. Also responsible for proofreading, copywriting, and copyediting.
VOLUNTEER WORK
2009–present
Volunteered with Open Books, a Chicago literacy organization. Created illustrations for a collection of short stories, worked with elementary school students on reading skills, and assisted with various events.
Status
Interested in Fulltime Employment and Freelance ProjectsLocation
Chicago, IL
Specialties
- Illustration
Education
Affiliations
AIGA
