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Ad series for Hilapop Soda. The ads emphasize the health benefits of the beverage while appealing to a younger crowd. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Ad series for Hilapop Soda. In addition to the design of the soda, copywriting and photography skills were also integrated in this piece. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Ad series for Hilapop Soda. These are designed as two page spreads, for placement in health and fitness magazines. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Letterhead and business cards utilizing the brand identity for Hilapop Soda. Illustrator, Photoshop
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6 page booklet for Mt. Hood Jazz Band’s annual CD. Out of many designs, this solution was chosen to be printed and distributed. illustrator, photoshop, indesign
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Inside view of the six page booklet. Working with the Jazz Band instructor, extensive revisions and preparation went into this piece before press time. Illustrator, Photoshop, indesign
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26 page book showcasing each letter of the alphabet in a different light. indesign, illustrator
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Inside view of the alphabet book. Illustrator, Photoshop
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A 32 page book showcasing the Phoenix Fund’s work in India and Nepal. Joni Kabana’s photography is the main focus of the book. indesign, Photoshop
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4 spreads from the book. MercyCorp’s identity guidelines were followed throughout, creating a professional style in line with other collateral from the organization. indesign, photoshop
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A small twelve month calendar, contrasting seasonal images against sketches from the animal world. Illustrator, Photoshop, indesign
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Words from a local poet were excerpted to create a sense of focus for each month of the calendar. Illustrator, Photoshop indesign
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Each month was printed on a 4.6 X 5.3 inch card, with the same color scheme used on the front and back. Illustrator, Photoshop, indesign
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“Drood” is a murder mystery set in the late 1800s. A dark, ominous feel is combined with the client’s request for stylistic elements of the time period. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Apparel design for Special Olympics Oregon’s annual torch run. The client requested the shirts portray the event in a professional and memorable way. Illustrator
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Two page spread for an upscale gardening magazine. Grid systems and elegant typography were used to create a calm look and feel. indesign
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Ad series for the Oregon Zoo. A logo was created that would be easily recognizable, colorful, and resizeable for flexible placement. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Ad series for the Oregon Zoo. Bright colors and intriguing photography were used to draw the attention of children and their parents. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Ad series for the Oregon Zoo. Copywriting plays off the photography in these ads to create a memorable promotion for the zoo. Illustrator, Photoshop
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Poster promoting the First Cut Digital Film Festival, and filmmaker workshop. Quirky illustration, textures and fonts were used to convey the spirit of independent filmmaking. Illustrator
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objective To combine my eye for detail, typography, and software experience into a successful career in publication design.
experience Self motivated to translate ideas into compelling visuals. Consistently works within an established budget and schedule. Quickly and accurately create press-ready files incorporating bleeds, color separations,vector and raster images. Researched market trends to design brand identity and print campaign for natural sodas. Designed and produced 24 page book using complex type and object style sheets. Designed TrueType font that works across multiple platforms. Scan, manipulate, and convert high resolution images. Produced interactive Acrobat presentation combining audio and visual components.
software Adobe Creative Suite 3: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaveer. Flash, Acrobat, TypeTool 2, iMovie, Microsoft Word Proficient in both Mac and PC platforms, with extensive experience preparing files for cross platform compatibility.
employment Manager Cold Stone Creamery Portland, Oregon Supervised and completed daily operations of store, including payroll, inventory, scheduling, and cash handling. Hired and trained new employees. Promoted four times because of responsibility, experience, and ability to communicate and work with a team. Graphic Designer CTUIR Pendleton, Oregon Designed full color, double sided brochure promoting client’s campaign for the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Board of Trustees. Created finished product within tight schedule and budget constraints.
education Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, Oregon AAS degree in Graphic Design, expected June 2008 Reynolds High School, Troutdale, Oregon Diploma with specialization in Graphic Arts.
skills
Illustration, typography, mixed media, publication design, copywriting, research.