Education

Colorado State University, 2000-2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts Concentration Graphic Design
Graduated with distinction, designation of "Cum Laude"

Professional Skills

Proficient in design programs Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, and Quark Xpress. Skilled in Microsoft Office, including design in PowerPoint and Word. Experience in Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Freehand. Comfortable on both Mac and pc.

Design Experience

Graphic Designer and Producer
Wirestone LLC, Fort Collins, CO
January 2004-present
Work within the Creative Services department, largely on HP collateral. Primary challenge is to satisfy clients with graphically pleasing brochures, presentations, and illustrations while following HP design standards. Also take position of Producer to manage other designers, writers, and developers.
Other projects include a series of PowerPoint presentations for Motorola to feature new phones; brochures for Sun Storage Systems; presentations for Shell Oil to communicate their commitment to the environment; internal Wirestone work to secure new clients.

Intern
Publications and Printing, Colorado State University
September 2002-June 2004
Responsibilities included analyzing design assignments, then creating a proof under the supervision of art director. Competed successfully with other interns for opportunity to have designs chosen for print.