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Graphic Designer at The Institute of Classical Archaeology at The University of Texas
Karl Strasen
Austin, TX
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About
I'm a graphic designer specializing in publications and other print-related needs. Most of my experience has been in the academic sphere, but I have straddled the fence of university marketing collateral as well as purely academic research books. I love working in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop, and I hope to continue forging a career as an expert in these programs.
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Education
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Bachelor of Arts ArtValparaiso University2008 - 2011Cumulative G.P.A. - 3.65/4.0 Pursued liberal arts curriculum and was president of the Beta Tau Chapter of Sigma Pi Fraternity International from 11/2008-11/2009, implementing fraternity ideals through community service, leadership, and teamwork.
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Experience
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Graphic DesignerThe Institute of Classical Archaeology at The University of TexasOct 2011 - Present (14 years 8 months)Provide illustrative work for archaeology research books, including vector files of pottery, excavation cross-sections, and site plans. Also play an integral role in layout, edits, and donor correspondence (i.e. holiday cards).
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Sales AssociateBest BuyAug 2012 - Mar 2013 (7 months)Contributed to business growth through customer support, selling skills, and teamwork. Thrived in a hectic environment and interacted with a diverse customer base. Was able to exceed customer and employer expectations on a daily basis.
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Student DesignerValparaiso UniversityAug 2009 - Aug 2011 (2 years)Designed print media for Valparaiso University. Applied comprehensive new branding on university materials such as mailers, posters, and program schedules. Developed digital library of logos for use on department-specific materials in a variety of colors.
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Program CoordinatorValparaiso University Department of MusicJan 2011 - May 2011 (4 months)Designed music program materials for events at Valparaiso University. Completed quality, brand-appropriate documents once every week.
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Graphic DesignerThe LighterAug 2010 - Apr 2011 (8 months)The Lighter is Valparaiso University’s biannual, celebratory publication of poetry, prose, and visual art. Was awarded creative oversight of the publication, created materials while adhering to specific print-ready time constraints, and designed flyers advertising events supervised by The Lighter staff.
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Awards
Graduated Magna Cum Laude.
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@kstrasen, member since 2011
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