EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design with Honors (May 2008)
Minor: Architectural Studies. Cumulative GPA: 3.70
Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
College Prep Diploma with High Honors (June 2003)
National Honor Society member. GPA: 3.95
Mesa Grande Academy, Calimesa, CA
WORK EXPERIENCE
Curriculum Development and Programming Director (September 2010-February 2011)
Kinderest PreSchools, SDA Language Institute, Seoul, South Korea
- Assess current and on-going needs in the Kinderest PreSchool program.
- Create and develop materials and programming as needed.
- Work closely with the Administration of SDA Language Institute to better the Kinderest PreSchool program.
Kinderest PreSchool Teacher (August 2009-August 2010)
Seoul Main Kinderest PreSchool, SDA Language Institute, Seoul, South Korea
- Teach English to 4-6 year olds.
- Additionally teach PE, Math, Science, Art, Cooking, Language Arts, and Phonics.
Prepress Technician and Customer Service Assistant (May 2008-May 2009)
LithoTech, Berrien Springs, MI
- Set up print jobs for printers, print material.
- Manage/supervise work flow, job scheduling, etc.
- Some bindery work, as needed.
Cardinal Yearbook Editor (2007-2008)
Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
- Oversee creation and production of the Andrews University’s Cardinal yearbook, volume 82.
- Hire and oversee my staff.
- Work with numerous photographers, writers, etc. as well as a representative from Herff Jones.
CAST staff (2007-2008)
Andrews University’s student directory, Berrien Springs, MI
- Help take, crop, and organize photographs of entire faculty/staff/student body of Andrews University.
Bindery Worker (2006-2007)
Lithotech, Berrien Springs, MI
- Punching holes, binding, trimming, laminating, etc.
Arts and Crafts Instructor, Camp Graphic Designer (2005, 2006, 2007)
Pine Springs Ranch Summer Camp, Mountain Center, CA
- Teach Arts and Crafts.
- Design various graphic projects for the Camp.
Desk Receptionist (2004-2006)
Lamson Hall, Andrews University, Berrien Springs, MI
FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGN
Gems for Jesus Childcare (2010)
Designed logo
SDA Language Institute (2009-2011)
Seoul, South Korea
- Designed posters for weekly events.
- Designed various programs, booklets, and other graphics as needed.
Associates for Research on Private Education (2007)
Berrien Springs, MI
- Designed logo for company, as well as secondary logo for company's publication.
Adventist Southeast Asia Projects (2006-2007)
Berrien Springs, MI
- Designed “The Priceless Gift Catalog”, outdoor signage, various posters, cards, certificates, etc.
Alumni Association, Mesa Grande Academy (2003-present)
Calimesa, CA
- Edit and produce the yearly Alumni Newsletter.
- Design and produce Alumni class portraits for MGA Alumni wall and Alumni Weekend Collages. (2003-2007)
- Also helped to produce the several of the Academy yearbooks and graduation programs.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Assistant to Director of the Nursery Division Sabbath School (2006-2009)
Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs, MI
- Faithfully attend Sabbath School each week.
- Aid in programming, preparation, and childcare.
- Assist in leading out the Sabbath School program.
Adventurer Class Teacher (2008)
Pioneer Memorial Church, Berrien Springs, MI
- Teach a class of 9 year olds the Sign Language honor.
Pathfinder Member and Teen Leader (1995-2003)
Calimesa Pathfinders, Calimesa, CA
- Master Guide (May 2003)
- Junior Teen Leader (1999-2003)
- Various Community Services
Trash pickups, children's programs, Community Concert Series helper, fundraising.
INTERESTS
Print (Layout and Design), Picture Retouching and Manipulation ("Photoshopping"), Languages, Reading, Photography, Sewing
PERSONAL SKILLS / TALENTS
Organization, Photography, ASL
COMPUTER SKILLS
(Mac and Windows)
Adobe CS4: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, Dreamweaver.
Microsoft Office Suite, Open Office Suite.
Working knowledge of: HTML, CSS, some PHP and Javascript.
References available upon request.