Graphic Designer

Christine Podzikowski

Clarkston, MI

coroflot.com

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Experienced designer with a multi-faceted background ready for new challenges and growth opportunities.
Education
- Associates in Applied Science Visual Communications
  
  ITT Technical Institute
  
  2007 - 2010
  
  Associates Degree in Applied Science GPA 3.96 National Technical Honor Society Member Graphic Design Production Processes Visual Design for the Web Digital Prepress Rapid Visualization
- Associates Computer-Aided Design
  
  Oakland Community College
  
  1998 - 2003
  
  Experience with AutoCAD Experience with CATIA Experience with Unigraphics
Experience
- Graphic Designer
  
  Sign Emporium, Inc
  
  Warren, MI
  
  Aug 2010 - Present (12 years 6 months)
  
  Assist in managing operations of facility
  Design channel letters, channel boxes, neon, banners, vinyl signs, vinyl window graphics, vehicle graphics, logos, etc.
  Prepare sign drawings for fabrication
  Conduct site surveys
  Prepare permit applications per city specifications
  Review Zoning Ordinances and attend Zoning Board meetings
  Use of Corel Draw to create signs and logos
  Use of Adobe Photoshop to edit pictures
  Use of Adobe Illustrator to create and edit logos
  Prepare quotes and invoices using QuickBooks
  Converse with clients in person, through email, and phone
  Notarize documents when required
  Vinyl application, masking, and weeding
- Graphic Designer
  
  Freelance
  
  Clarkston, MI
  
  May 2008 - Sep 2013 (5 years 4 months)
  
  Use of Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Corel to design business cards, letterheads, brochures, postcards, menus, and invitations
  Magazine layout, cover design, and ads
  Photo editing and touch-ups
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High Honors

National Technical Honors Society
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