Graphic Design Intern Resume
Contact information
Hans G. Kurtz
12 Street
Boston
Massachusetts
Career objective
Looking for a challenging position of the Graphic Design Intern Resume the reputed University with a view to use my wide experience for the benefit of the organization.
Well qualified Graphic Designer, Illustrator and Artworker with 20 years commercial experience. Well versed in all aspects of design and illustration, from concept ideas to finished product. Work well under pressure, to deadlines on own initiative, paying particular attention to detail. I am both adaptive and organised in my approach to work and tenacious in my ability to get the job done, being able to balance accuracy with speed to achieve an optimum result. Team player, keen to find a challenging position within a progressive organisation that trains and encourages personal growth.
recent employment history and accomplishments...
Landmark Mayo Communications Ltd (Watlington)
Graphic Designer (July 1999 - February 2011)
experience
> Highly experienced using Apple and Pcs running multi-media, graphic and DTP software.
> Graphic design, illustration, web and multi-media design and origination. Flash and gif animation. Pdf origination. Creation of artwork to Pass4press specification for magazine and print production. Scanning, photo retouch, photo manipulation and origination.
> Experience of working with big brands in the Food and Pharmaceutical sectors including Zirtek Allergy Relief and Filippo Berio Olive Oil in areas involving advertising, packaging design, exhibition & point of sale material, sales & marketing material, direct marketing, PR and web design.
> Responsible for technical support and maintenance of the office network including maintaining internal and client resources.
> Experience with Adobe Creative Suite CS5 and earlier, Illustrator CS5, Photoshop CS5, In-Design CS5, Acrobat professional 9, Dreamweaver CS5, Adobe Flash CS3, QuarkXpress 6.5, Office Word, Powerpoint, Quicktime, NeoOffice, Graphic Converter and Toast.
communication
> Sound communicator both orally and in writing, the ability to issue clear and concise instructions to team members.
> Dealing and advising customers and colleagues tactfully and diplomatically.
> Dealing with magazines, printers, photographers and production departments.
team work
> Working within a team-based culture involving planning, organisation, coordination and dedicated commitment to tasks undertaken and implementation in an effective manner.
> The ability to take ownership of a problem and make a commitment to resolve it.
self-management
> Ability to meet deadlines under pressure and on own initiative.
> Ability to prioritise workload in an achievable and organised manner.
> Problem solver, multi-skilled, adaptive, resourceful, independent and resilient.
personal details...
Date of Birth: 19th May 1966
Status: British / single
Full clean UK driving licence
Car owner
House owner
Full reference for recent employment history available on request.
employment history...
Graphic Designer
Landmark Mayo Communications Ltd
July 1999 - February 2011, Watlington, United Kingdom
Full service advertising and design agency.
Graphic Designer
GM Design
May 1998 - July 1999 , Thame, United Kingdom
Design, Print, Catalogues
Illustrator
BPC Information Limited
May 1996 - December 1997 , Abingdon, United Kingdom
Design and illustration for books and journals.
Illustrator
Elsevier Science Limited
October 1994 - May 1996 , Kidlington, United Kingdom
Design and illustration for books and journals
Designer / layout artist
West Somerset Free Press Ltd
June 1990 ? November 1993 , Williton, United Kingdom
Design for general print, layout of newspaper pages, preparation of negatives ready for print.
Student designer / assistant
UK Atomic Energy Authority
May 1987 - October 1987 , Harwell, United Kingdom
General design and illustration. Student placement.
qualifications & training...
Pg Diploma Information & Graphic Design
Leicester Polytechnic
1988-1990
BA (Hons) Scientific & Technical Graphics
Falmouth School of Art & Design
1984-1988
BTEC OND General Art & Design
Somerset College of Arts & Technology
1982-1984
8 x GCE/CSE
The West Somerset Community School
1979-1982
interests...
> I enjoy photography as a hobby often combined with my other interests including camping, bird watching and real ale.
> Got the DIY bug after buying a house 10 years ago and have been busy ever since.
> I have an avid interest in film and media, including cinema, television, DVD & Blu
> I have a strong interest in science fiction and fantasy straying into films, videos, books and music.
> I cycle as both a recreational activity and as exercise.
References
Hans G. Kurtz
Manager
Wap Company.
Hans_Kurtz@gmail.com
