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Resume

Steven J. Whyard
2500 Columbia
Berkley, MI 48072
248.259.5866
swhyard100@gmail.com



OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position in graphic design where I can use my knowledge and skills acquired through my education and employment experiences.

EDUCATION
College For Creative Studies, Detroit, MI | 2002-07
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design.

EMPLOYMENT
April 2010 - Current: GRAPHIC DESIGNER, MAPLEWOOD PROFESSIONAL
* Created stationery, brochure/rsvp card, envelope, and logos, from
concept to completion. Continue to receive freelance graphic
design work as needed.

May 2008 - Current: LOGO DESIGNER, 99DESIGNS.COM
* An on-line design marketplace where I compete and network amongst
hundreds of fellow designers from all over the world. Requires reading
the posted design brief, conceptualizing a logo design for client, and
finally submitting my entry.

July 2009 - August 2009: GRAPHIC DESIGNER, PROACTIVE NETWORK
* A security based company that installs servers for protection against
viruses. Created identity system that included logo, stationery set,
postcard, flyer, and tri-fold brochure.

Feb. 2007 - April 2008: GRAPHIC AND LAYOUT DESIGNER, FYI DUBAI
MAGAZINE, LLC
* A 200-page lifestyle guide for the Country of Dubai (U.A.E.) Applied
knowledge of computer software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator CS3)
and page layouts to satisfy client's demands. Gained experience
networking with a team, ad placement, and producing high quality print
ready PDF files.

SOFTWARE SKILLS
* Adobe Creative Suite CS3
Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, Acrobat, and Microsoft Word.

ORGANIZATIONS
* Behance Network- www.behance.net
* Deviant art- www.deviantart.com

AWARDS
* 99designs.com
Have acquired more than 30 logo design contest wins


REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST