Analytical:
• Used creative problem solving in a fast-paced environment
• Utilization of typography for content editing on publications,
newsletters and collateral
• Implemented databases with formulas for production, distribution,
and other purposes
• Possess high level of organization, which retrieved files when
needed in many circumstances
• Ability to do effective market research, which contributed with
the expansion of a publication
• Competent controlling of weekly changes in projects, which maintained
information up to date
• Experienced with preparation of marketing materials for events,
such as art shows and conventions
• Brought new ideas to make changes and improvements on existing
documents
Leadership:
• Good interaction with printers and other vendors ensured quality
and prompt delivery of materials
• Able to do excellent multitask performance on different assignments
• Effective communication with superiors and peers contributed
to maintain good relationships
• Functioned as Supervisor on departmental transition, including
commanding a crew of 20 individuals
• Successfully coordinated the promotion of monthly events with
manager under deadlines
• Managed office equipment and supplies, initiated inventory and
controlled budgets
• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision and also
as part of a team
• Self-starter; able to manage projects from beginning to end
Professional Experience
Cornerstone Research, Menlo Park, CA 09/06
- Present
Graphics Specialist
- Develops presentations with the use of graphics and layout to use as a power tool for legal matters. Creates designs and graphics for internal events and other promotions. Works with Marketing, when needed, to develop publications and other marketing materials. Designs and edits company Newsletter and uses creativity to develop projects where expertise with Adobe Suite is required.
Robert Half International, Inc. , Menlo Park, CA 12/05
- 08/06
Production Assistant
- Among other accomplishments, kept track weekly of projects efficiently
to ensure information was current. Used effective research to update radio contacts and built databases to expedite production and distribution
of materials.
Classic Residence by Hyatt, Palo Alto, CA 08/05
- 12/05
Executive Assistant / Department Supervisor
- As assistant to the Department Director acted as a supervisor during
department transition, due to leadership and multitask skills exhibited
in a short period of time. Commanded crew effectively.
BrasilBest Magazine, San Francisco, CA
Production Designer (freelance) 03/04
- present
Production Services and Marketing 04/02
- 03/04
- Contributed with the magazine expansion due to efficient market research,
database management and the creation of two new sections. Did great
multitask performance on production, editing and design
San Francisco Art Galleries, San Francisco, CA 05/03
- 04/04
Graphic Designer/ Gallery Assistant
- Among other achievements, successfully performed digital color management
on scans to match original artwork for the creation of greeting cards
and prints with gallery artwork. Good Interaction with Printers and
other vendors ensured quality in production of marketing collateral.
Spartan Shops, San Jose, CA 10/00
- 05/01
Graphic Artist
- Increased exposure and number of readers with redesign of a newsletter.
Contributed with the success of several monthly events by creating and
designing attractive marketing collateral.
Independent Contractor - Graphic Designer / Web Designer Since
1998
Examples:
Pacific Film Archive, Berkeley, CA - marketing collateral package.
Woodside Nursery School, Woodside, CA - flyer/enrollment sheet
Mike Shire Photography, Santa Clara, CA - web design
Millennium Computers - web design
Education
San Jose State University, San Jose, CA
• BA in General Design Studies, Concentration in Graphic Design -
May 2001
• Coursework included Design disciplines, Photography and
Marketing.
Foothill College, Los Altos, CA
• Coursework included Graphic Arts, Production, Commercial Illustration
and Art
• Dean's List for two quarters
Canada College, Redwood City, CA
• AS in Computer Science - May 1994
• Dean's List for two consecutive semesters
Certifications
• Web Design: HTML and JavaScript - ROP, San Mateo
• Animation: Flash - Foothill College
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