Objective:
To use my training in Graphic Design and Advertising in a full-time paid summer position.

Profile:

• Creative visual thinker who can thoroughly conceptualize ideas.
• Flexible technology user who can adapt to varying programs or platforms.
• Responsible and dependable with both team and individual tasks.
• Well-developed problem solver with solid troubleshooting skills.

Education:
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
Bachelor of Art; Major: Graphic Design, 2nd Major: Advertising;
Expected Graduation: May 2005; Grade Point Average: 3.50

Relevant Courses:

• Art Fundamentals
• Symbology Design
• Typography Design
• Computer Graphics

• Photography
• Research Methods
• Media Planning
• Advertising Writing & Design

Employment:

School of Education Technology Lab; Eau Claire, WI.
Assistant Administrator (August 2002 - current)
Computer Lab Assistant (August 2001 - May 2002)

• Helped patrons with problems on both Macintosh and PC Platforms.
• Assisted administrators with equipment buying decisions.
• Promoted lab through posters, brochures, and signage.

Eagle Lake Camp; Colorado Springs, CO.
Resident Counselor/Videographer (May 2003 - August 2003)

• Responsible for a cabin of 8-16 year olds for 10 weeks.
• Took video footage of kids during free time and weekly activities.
• Edited footage and compiled it into a weekly video to be sold to parents.

Allegra Print and Imaging; Burnsville, MN.
Assistant Graphic Designer (June 2000 - January 2001)

• Helped full-time Graphic Designer with assorted projects.
• Printed, cut, and packaged final projects for customers.
• Worked with customers to get authorization on final designs.

Computer Skills:
I have an extensive knowledge of each of these programs/skills:

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Pagemaker
• Dreamweaver MX

• Final Cut Express
• QuarkXPress
• HTML Code
• FileMaker Pro
• MS Office Suite
• iMovie

Contact Information:

E-mail:

sutherlj@uwec.edu

 

* You can also download my resume here: JesseResume.pdf (179KB)