Graphic Designer or Graphic Design Instructor or Multimedia Desi

AILEEN GAUMOND [email protected] GRAPHIC DESIGNER Print Media ~ Web Design ~ Brand Integrity ~ Visual Advertising Conceptual thinker and visually innovative professional delivering strong creati ve performance in graphic and visual design communication. Leverages talent in web design, business collat erals, and print media that strengthen business brand image and drive consistent growth. Strong knowled ge in digital photography and instruction of design software. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills. Advanced knowledge in Mac and PC platforms and repair. CORE PROFICIENCIES * * * * * * * * *

Business Collaterals Web Design Direct Mail / Print Media Design Software Instruction Graphic Illustrations Design Team Trainer Silkscreen /Pen/ Ink Mediums Special Effects Promotional Advertising

v Skilled in photographing, developing, enlarging, and producing special effects and enhancement techniques for 35mm and medium format black and white films including alternati ve processes with film and contact printing. v Adept in producing digital photography for graphic design projects. v Utilizes silkscreen, pencil, pen, ink and other mediums to enhance graphic des ign elements. Multi-Platform Program Proficiencies QuarkXPress 7, Adobe Desktop Publishing: Photoshop CS5, Illustrator CS5, InDesig n CS5, Dreamweaver, Flash CS5, Final Cut, Soundbooth, and 3D Animation. Microsoft Office Suite. Mac and PC. CAREER HIGHLIGHTS FULL SERVICE GRAPHIC DESIGN COMPANY, Denver, Colorado 2005- Present Founder and design consultant providing full design services: business collatera ls, web design, special photography, and logos, and promotional items for local business clients and not -for-profit organizations. ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Littleton, Colorado

2003-Present

Instructor / Graphic Design Software (2009 to Present) Notable Achievements: Won "Best in Alternative Photography" Award in Art Show, 2009 Won "Best in Show" Award in Graphic Design Exhibition, 2005 Highlights:

* Expertly instruct Mac introductory classes utilizing Adobe Photoshop, Illustra tor, and InDesign. * Prepare lesson plans and provide tutoring sessions. * Encourage and guide students in creating and completing individual design assi gnments. Computer Lab Assistant / Graphic Design Department (2003 to Present) Highlights: * Teach newly hired computer lab assistants in the fundamental operations of the Graphic Design Department in keeping with department standards and to ensure a smooth workflow . * Diagnose and repair computer hardware including reinstallation of software in computer lab. * Occasionally stand-in for chairman of department in providing assistance to st udents and teachers and maintain department operations; introduce Graphic Design Department to potentia l students and provide information to proposed questions. * Tutor students in Adobe software when requested. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE Designed, built, and tested computers, including implementation of electrical in stallations for business, industry, and government facilities including NCAR and AT&T in the Denver area. EDUCATION /CERTIFICATIONS UNIVERSITY OF DENVER, Denver, Colorado Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) - Physical Education / Education ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Littleton, Colorado Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Multimedia, Graphic Design, and Illustratio n Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - Business Management State of Colorado Teaching Certificate, Type A State of Colorado Vocational Certification in Graphic Design State of Colorado Master's Electrical License

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