SKILLS
TECHNOLOGY
Proficient skills in the Adobe Creative Suite on both PC and Macintosh system
Mastered skills in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Advanced skills in After Effects
Advanced skills in AutoCad and SketchUp Drafting Software
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office
Trained in Flexi Sign Pro, Versa Works, and am also trained in running large scale printers and vinyl cutters
MARKETING AND PROMOTIONS
Ran corporate social media accounts and gained several thousand followers
Worked as part of a team to organize, promote, and run corporate events
Designed trade show booths as well as marketing material for sales teams
Organized many concerts both all ages and 18+. Booked bands, guaranteed locations, ticket sales
Designing posters, promotions. All technical and social tasks at the actual show
On Hinton LGBTQ+ and Allies board, and organized the town's first Pride weekend
Campaigned to have Hinton Pride an official annual town event
FILM
Experience on set.
Have worked in an Art Department on a team
Assisted in set decorating, photography, and props
Completed Langara College's Production Design for Film and Television Program
CREATIVE
Commissioned for various professional and personal art work pieces with both traditional and technological mediums
Merchandising for musicians as well as album artwork
Experienced in vinyl prep and application on straight substrates, vehicles, etc.
Have worked with town councils and within bylaws to create projects and build them
Proficient at quoting and scouting materials and specialty products
PRESENTATION SKILLS
Delivered personally written speeches for city wide events
Hosted and handled MC tasks for various award ceremonies and events
EXPERIENCE
SEAWEST DESIGNS, 2009 - Present
Working first hand with clients providing every print-related design need. Have catered primarily to musicians doing merchandise, albums, DVDs, and tour advertising.
HBI CANADA - Vancouver, BC - 2018 - 2020 - Graphic Designer
Worked individually and as part of a team. Created and collaborated on company marketing and branding including promotional material, merchandise, packaging, emailers, catalog design, website maintenance, product photography, photoshoot direction, expo booths, and much more. Ran social media account and gained several thousand followers while doing so. Worked with influencers and helped organize events in conjunction with the social media and company brand.
CLUBCARD PRINTING - Vancouver, BC - 2017
Project Manager; assisting clients with orders. Consulting and initiating projects, mainly company branding. Gaining greater knowledge of paper printing and letterpress.
WHW PRODUCTIONS - Vancouver, BC - August 2017 - Art Department: Graphic Designer
Worked on a two person design team directly with the Production Designer and Art Director to create all graphics needed for the film. Props, set decorating, and background were covered. Worked on set with the Production Designer, as well as set dressing with the Set Decorator.
HELMIG SIGN SHOP - Hinton, AB - May 2014 - May 2016
Managed entire shop. Took care of customers, stock, and all functioning tasks in the business. Created the logo and the complete creative identity of the company. Designed billboards, vehicle wraps, logos, signs, and many other digital format artwork. Gained substantial skills and knowledge on design and signage needed in the oil field and practical uses.
RHYTHM GRAPHIX AND SIGNS - Hinton, AB - October 2011 - May 2012
Main graphic designer. Deal with clients, saw projects from initiation to completion. Designed as well as physically built products for clients. Was also in charge of the entire signage at the Hinton Mountain Bike Park.
SIGN DESIGN - Athabasca, AB - June 2011 - September 2011
Worked with Omega and Corel to design, print and build work for various clients including oil companies, local businesses, advertising etc. Gained experience with Edge and Summa printers and cutters. Created identities for various businesses.
CORPORATE CLIENTS
Canadian Natural Resources Ltd.
Shell Canada
Jasper National Park
Government of Alberta
Town of Hinton
EDUCATION
Production Design for Film and Television - Langara College, Vancouver, BC
Graphic Design - The Art Institute of Vancouver Vancouver, BC
General Studies in Fine Arts - Grant MacEwan College and University Edmonton, AB
General Studies in Liberal Arts - Keyano College FortMcMurray, AB
RECOGNITION
Rutherford Scholarship - Excellence in Academics
Keyano College Scholarship - Excellence in Fine Arts
Composite High Gold Key Award - Excellence in Academics
Tri-High Community Art Show - Best Overall Piece and Best Painting