Graphic Designer, Journalist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Updated Official Resume: https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/e9cbf3_2031183fed3846889fac6ed517db6f8b.pdf
Profile
I am an experienced graphic designer and writer seeking a full-time position in the field of journalism and design, where I can apply my knowledge and skill for continuous improvement.
DESIGN EDITOR
June 2018 - August 2018
THE CHAUTAUQUAN DAILY
CHAUTAUQUA, NY
• design a 12- to 28-page broadsheet newspaper six days per week for nine weeks, including all front pages and section fronts.
• working within InDesign and place ads and create well-designed pages from content generated by the Daily's reporting and photography staff.
OWNER
November 2017 - Present
EGO CLOTHING & APPAREL
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
• design and create apparel
• post updates and promotional graphics for website and social media
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
September 2017 - Present
BALL BEARINGS MAGAZINE
MUNCIE, IN
• create graphics/illustrations for column, feature and news articles for both online and print.
• collaborate with reporters and designers to create layout for one-page or two-page spread
SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR
September 2017 - May 2018
LIVE IN COLOR RADIO
MUNCIE, IN
• record audio and video for on-air promotion
• post updates and promotional ads for on-air dates on social media platforms
INTERN
May 2015 - June 2015
INDY STAR NEWSPAPER
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
• accompanied different reporters and writers
• assisted in gathering information for print stories
STAFF WRITER
August 2012 - May 2015
THE OWL NEWSPAPER
INDIANAPOLIS, IN
• conducted interviews
• in-depth reporting/storytelling
• layout and design
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
- Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
- Experience using Microsoft Word, 3Ds Max Animation software, AutoCAD and HTML/CSS website coding
- Experience with Screen, Offset, Digital, Gravure and Flexographic Printing
- Experience with Adverstising, Logo and Layout Design
- Copywriting/Editing/Reporting