RESUME
WORK EXPERIENCE
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
2017 - present
ZIP SIGNS
Creates detailed conceptual drawings for client approval
Works as the main wayfinding signage designer (Go Transit, GTAA, etc.)
Works closely with the sales and production teams to make sure the sign is correct from start to finish
Strictly follows client branding guidelines and other material provided
Ensures the signage installation meets engineer and design constraints
Provides building specifications and mounting details based on city permits
Prepares the drawing for production using detailed diagrams and written stories
Create print ready files for the photo-polymer machine (Braille and Tactile Graphics)
GRAPHIC DESIGNER FOR SPECIALTY PRODUCT SERVICES
2016 - 2017
EDGE IMAGING
Yearbooks:
Was responsible for setting up the initial yearbook design for the client, while also working closely with them to create a custom cover and yearbook design that fit their desired preferences
Ensured the client was supported throughout the design process by hosting online training seminars (webinsars) and also providing reference "tools and tips" emails
Provided customer service support for the yearbook department
Answered a high volume of emails and calls on a daily basis in a timely manner
Traveled to schools to provide IT software support
Was responsible for training and supervising new employees
Worked predominately with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Lumapix and Pictavo
Marketing:
Worked closely with the Marketing Department on various design projects
Created logos for the new Edge Loyalty Program
Created various marketing materials for the Territory Managers
PHOTO RETOUCHER AND COLOUR CORRECTION SPECIALIST
2013 - 2016
EDGE IMAGING
Retouched, edited and colour corrected children’s school photographs and group images
Dealt with high volumes of work each day and tight deadlines
Worked predominately with Adobe Photoshop and Edge’s own editing software
Worked closely with schools to create graduation class composites
Filled orders and prepared them for shipping
Worked in the packaging warehouse during slow season
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
2014 - 2015
SIGNARAMA
Designed print media, booklets and business cards
Was responsible for setting up meetings and working closely with the clients to create their desired designs for various projects
Created print ready files
Worked with vinyl cutting and weeding
Created large outdoor signage
Designed site plans and lighting mock-ups for city approval
Worked with LEDs; applying to light boxes and channel letters
FREELANCE WORK
Life Marketing
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Assisted in the editing of images including retouching, image manipulation and background swaps
Birthday Invitations
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Worked closely with couples to create birthday invites and other signage for their children’s birthdays
Engagement & Wedding Invitations
Worked with various couples to create their desired look
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Pepsi Logo Contest
CONTESTANT
Assisted in the creation of a new logo for Pepsi Foods. Came in top three with honorable mentions.
Museums of Burlington
ASSISTANT EVENT PLANNER
Designed and created promotional event posters, brochures and postcards and was responsible for events staging.
EDUCATION
2017
FUNDAMENTALS OF WEB DESIGN
McMaster University, Hamilton ON
2017
INTRODUCTION TO HTML
Mohawk College, Hamilton ON
2011-2013
DIPLOMA IN GRAPHIC DESIGN
DIGITAL MEDIA
Mohawk College,Hamilton ON
Graduated with Honors
2009-2010
DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY
TOURISM & LEISURE
George Brown College, Toronto ON
DESIGN PROFICIENCY
Packaging Mock-ups
Logos and Branding (Business Cards)
Advertisements and Banners
Brochure and Newsletters
Posters and Post Cards
Large Scale Signage
Photo Retouching
Image Manipulation
Photo Restoration
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Platforms: MacOS/ Windows 10
Graphic Design Applications:
Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Illustrator CC, Adobe InDesign CC,
Adobe Flash CS6, Corel Draw 7, Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Experience with reading and writing HTML, XHTML and CSS.