SUMMARY

I maintain extensive knowledge of both PC and Macintosh computer systems. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (CS4) PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Flash, and Acrobat, Adobe GoLive, Quark XPress, Microsoft Office 2007: Word, Power Point, Excel and Quick Books programs. My work experience includes data entry, website development and maintenance, HTML coding, search engine optimization (SEO), 4-color design, layout, pre-press production and self-promotional practices. I also have experience working with computer hardware assembly, computer repair, component setup (printer, scanner, fax, etc.), software installation, security setup and network support.

WORK HISTORY
6/02-Present | Graphic Designer (Freelance Contractor) – South Lake Tahoe, California
Typesetting and graphic design of postcards, brochures, business cards, flyers, outdoor signage, vehicle wraps, website creation and management and search engine optimization (SEO). Maintain client orders and invoices, create price quotes and business contracts. Past Clients include: Hard Rock Café – Lake Tahoe, Sierra at Tahoe Ski Resort – Lake Tahoe, Angie’s Signs – South Lake Tahoe, Aaron Hagar www.aaronhagar.com , Rain, Tahoe’s Exclusive www.tahoesexclusive.com, and Our Movie Box – Sparks, NV.

11/01-5/02 | Customer Service/Receptionist (Temporary), Integrity Staffing – Reno, Nevada
Operating high-volume, multi-line phone systems, typing, filing, data entry, document faxing and other reception and customer service related duties.

2/01-6/02 | Graphic’s Manager (Staff Position), Leopard Print & Mail - Reno, Nevada
Typesetting and graphic design of postcards, brochures, business cards, forms and other print projects. Duties also included database management, bulk and direct mail marketing and meeting with clients.

8/00-11/00 | Graphic Designer (Salary Position), Reno Hilton - Reno, Nevada
Typesetting and graphic design of magazine advertisements, brochures, rack cards, fliers and other casino promotions. Duties also included design and management of outdoor electric marquee.

4/00-7/00 | Graphic Designer (Staff Position), Willey Printing Co.- Modesto, California
Typesetting and graphic design of wine and beer labels, magazine advertisements, brochures, business cards, forms and other pre-press projects. Duties also included preparation of designs to film and press.

7/97-10/98 | Sketch Artist (Staff Position), Donrey Outdoor Advertising - Reno, Nevada
Layout and design of commercial billboard advertising, self-promotion billboard advertising, promotional mailers and in-house fliers.