:: EDUCATION ::
CAL POLY SAN LUIS OBISPO: 9/97 - 12/00
Bachelor of Science in Art and Design
HONORS: Cum Laude + Dean’s List
SADDLEBACK VALLEY JUNIOR COLLEGE: 8/95 - 5/97
Associate in Arts Degree: Graphic Design
HONORS: Cum Laude + Dean’s List
:: SKILLS ::
Graphic designer with experience in web design, photography, painting, and illustration.
COMPUTER: Macintosh, familiar with PC platform as well.
PROGRAMS:
Expert Knowledge: OS X, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, QuarkXpress
Working Knowledge: Dreamweaver, Flash, After Effects
:: WORK EXPERIENCE* ::
10/07 - present :: LUCKY STRIKE ENTERTAINMENT, INC.
Senior Graphic Designer
Art Direct and Design national branding for 20 upscale bowling alleys. Manage one graphic designer, along with vendor relations and print quotes while working with the Director of Marketing to stay within tight budgets. Other duties include indoor and outdoor signage design, curating the Lucky Strike electronic art gallery, handling fine art purchases and framing, and writing copy.
4/01 - 10/07 :: HOUSE OF BLUES CLUBS
Senior Graphic Designer
Art Direct and Design national branding for special events, Foundation Room, and general branded pieces for 11 venues. Manage vendor relations and get quotes for all incoming print projects. Track and organize projects to ensure timely delivery while staying within budget. Participate in weekly meetings with Brand Manager and designers to discuss brand direction, and act as lead in printing ventures to maximize efficiency and minimize cost.
6/00 - 9/00 :: GIANT SKATEBOARD DISTRIBUTION
Junior Designer
Production and Design for web and print as part of in-house design department for large skateboard company.
* References available upon request.
