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OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a career in the visual media field where I can effectively utilize my knowledge of graphic design, photography, and typography. Ideal positions will focus on retouching and restoration based projects and be set in a team driven environment.
EDUCATION:
Rochester Institute of Technology: Rochester, NY
School of Photographic Arts and Sciences
Major: Visual Media; Focus: Graphic Design
Minor: Business Management
Concentration in Music
BFA Received: May 2009
GPA: 3.728
HONORS/AWARDS:
Dean’s List: All semesters 2005-2009
RIT Presidential Scholarship
RIT Computing Medal Scholarship
RELEVANT SKILLS:
Very experienced with Adobe CS3 (Photoshop, Bridge, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Acrobat)
Very skilled in Nikon View and Nikon Capture
Advanced scanning techniques using a variety of scanners
Excellent understanding of typography, calligraphy and imagery in design
Knowledgeable with both PC and Mac based platforms
Good understanding of digital printing techniques
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
Some experience with set building
Experience with 35 mm, 120, 220, and 4x5 film, as well as digital capture
Familiar with 35 mm and medium format cameras, as well as digital cameras and view cameras
Black and white dark room skills, both processing and printing
Studio lighting experience, as well as on location photography
EMPLOYMENT:
The Standard Image, Gilsum, NH (Aug 2005 – Present)
Photographer’s Assistant: Acted as the official website photographer for USA at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Edited digital photographs for sale using programs such as Nikon Capture, Nikon View, and Adobe Photoshop CS2. Also performed digital compositing and retouching, as well assisted in shipping and book keeping procedures.
AC Moore, Rochester, NY (Nov 2008-Feb 2009)
Associate: Effectively handled a wide variety of tasks related to the retail field, such as stocking, cashiering, organizing, and set up sale signs and displays. Also provided excellent customer assistance and answered phones.
Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY (Sep 2006 – Feb 2008)
Teaching Assistant: Assisted students during class and lab hours by teaching basic black & white and color photography techniques and processes. Acted as a catalyst at times and aided by leading student critiques.
TRiO Tutoring Services (Rochester Institute of Technology), Rochester, NY (Sep 2007 – May 2008)
Tutor: Successfully provided a resource to students by assisting them with important concepts relating to Materials and Processes of Photography.
Hannaford Supermarkets, Keene, NH (Aug 2004 – Aug 2006) Cashier: Efficiently and effectively handled customer purchases, while modeling company policies and procedures.