Graphic Design Skills
Skills I have applied in my 4 years of working design experience:
- managed multiple projects concurrently from inception through to implementation including creative design
- liaised with clients, printers and contractors including conducting meetings and presentations
- completed all aspects of project management (i.e. estimates, contracts, invoices, timeline and budgets)
- completed a variety of client projects including corporate identity packages, websites, packaging, publication layout, multi-page documents, promotional materials, and sponsorship & advertising packages
- created print collateral such as event programs, invitations, signage, posters, postcards, annual reports, rack cards, logos, business cards, flyers, DVD cover, and print advertisements
- worked direct with clients to create and/or edit print ready ads for various publications
- designed, executed and promoted an e-mail campaign
- ability to idea generate/brainstorm and concept
- great understanding and experience in maintaining branding
- experience in pre-flighting and print production
- knowledge of photography and experience in image editing
- design knowledge of HTML, CSS and Dreamweaver
Along with my design skills you will find I am detail oriented and a strong communicator at every level. I am proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, MAC OS and MS Office. I have a desire to expand my design skills by collaborating with other marketing and creative professionals.
I completed my Graphic Design Diploma through an accredited program offered at Pacific Design Academy in Victoria, BC. Areas of study included:
- History of Art
- Design Fundamentals
- Drawing and Illustration
- Typography
- Storyboarding
- Computer Graphics
- Copywriting
- Conceptual Thinking
- Web Programming Fundamentals
- Illustrator
- Interactive Media Design
- User Interface Design
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Photography