Summary
Highly motivated, creative designer with the ability to work well alone or in a group environment. Proven sales and communication skills. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft and Adobe design software, as well as Mac and PC platforms.
Education
Associate of Applied Science, Graphic Design, 2011
Web Design Technical Certificate, 2011
Harry V. Quadracci Printing and Graphics Center
Waukesha County Technical College, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts Journalism & Mass Communication–Print Emphasis, 2007
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Summa Cum Laude
Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer
QuadCreative (A subsidiary of Quad/Graphics), Sussex, Wisconsin
July 2011–Present
- Monitored and assured brand standards and consistency between corporate materials
- Designed corporate print and electronic invitations, logos, sell sheets, posters, brochures,
and flyers for both internal and external clients - Printed and prepared corporate trade show posters
- Designed corporate trade show booths
Graphic Designer & Marketing Assistant
Country Springs Hotel, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
June 2011–Present
- Designed various outdoor advertisements, promotional flyers, coupons, and posters
- Managed Kid's Club, Copper's Club and e-Club databases and created email blasts
- Designed "The Splash" monthly internal newsletter
Graphic Designer
YP Impact, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
August 2010–Present
- Created various promotional flyers and electronic marketing materials
- Member of Marketing Committee
- Participated in networking and philanthropic events that encourage communication
between local businesses, non-profit organizations, and the community
Sales Coordinator
GE Healthcare Institute–A Marriott Conference Center, Waukesha, Wisconsin
February 2008–March 2011
- Created various promotional flyers, brochures, ads and e-marketing materials
- Booked and managed 235,000 square feet of meeting/training space
- Helped exceed sales budget by 24% in 2010
- Booked catered functions and lodging
- Managed Field Engineer training rooms which accommodate over 100 students daily
- Selected to participate on the Marriott Safety Committee
Design Intern
Platypus Advertising + Design, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
June 2010–August 2010
- Designed client branding, brochures, sell sheets, and advertisements
- Archived client's completed work
- Assisted in TV and internet commercial production
Honors & Activities
Waukesha County Technical College, Dr. B. Prindiville IHO Johns Scholarship, Richard T. Anderson Scholarship, A.J. Natalizio Scholarship, InDesign Users Group, National Technical Honor Society, Phi Theta Kappa Collegiate
Honors Society
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, Phi Eta Sigma Collegiate Honors Society, Golden Key Collegiate Honors Society, Mortar Board Seniors Honors Society, National Resident Hall Honorary
GE Healthcare Institute, Associate of the Month, The Spirit to Serve Award, Marriott's "Spirit to Serve Our Community Service Day", Waukesha County Business Alliance Young Professionals Member
