Resume

My Philosphy

Everything should tell a story, deliver a message, make an impact: if not, throw it out and get it right.

Education

The Academy of Art Institute Spring 2009 - current (Graduating Spring 2012)

3.914 GPA in my major, Web Design and New Media

Experience

Red River Vally Patriots
Design logos, banners, letterhead, flyers and website as well as maintaince thereof.
Arioso Music Academy
Design complete signature media and marketing package under an intense time frame, extremely limited budget and restrictive preferences. Photography, design logo and signage as well as build website.
Honeyford Elevators
Photography, design logo and letterhead, various special programs and marketing brochures.
Charity Work
EXTENSIVE Mission and Church related photography, brochure and informational packet design. Website maintenance.
Lake Effect Studios
Design for websites and print. Original photography and retouching.
Private School Art Teacher 1990-1996
Award winning students 4 consecutive years in the Minnesota NSP Calendar Poster contest. Two award winning students in the Minnesota State Aviation Poster contest and 2 award winning students in the Minnesota Savings Bonds Poster. One student finalist awarded the trip to Washington to compete in the Nationals, placing high.

Additional Skills

Adobe Photoshop CS5, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, InDesign and Flash, After Effects and more.

Personal Statement

I am a flexible artist proficient at modern design techniques and creative thinking. Perceptive photographer and highly skilled illustrator, with a strong focus on Photo Compositing and Magazine Layout. A consummate professional with an ability to evaluate all work with a client oriented editorial eye. I am a problem solver, focused and creative, able to organize work flow in order to meet restrictive deadlines. Practiced critical observation, polished communication abilities, and accomplished artistic skills: An overall well-rounded freelance artist.