jessica@jessicaellingson.com
Education:
Bachelor of Fine Arts: Graphic Design
University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menomonie WisconsinGraduation Date: May 2009
Graphic Design Experience:
Graphic Design Intern, TamTam Design Studio Chicago, Illinois: May 2011-Present
- Redesigned TamTam's current greeting cards for possible sale at Papyrus retail stores and online.
- Designed products such as note cards, stationery and gift bags to present to Papyrus for possible sale.
- Created a new logo for the TamTam wedding invitation line using similar branding to the original logo.
- Researched wedding trends and designed inspiration boards for the design of the customizable wedding invitation line.
Freelance Graphic Designer: August 2008-Present
- Designing logos, branding, business cards, website layouts and direct mail.
- Collaborating with programmers to design intuitive and efficient website layouts.
- Working with clients representing a range of categories, from a software development company to personal wedding invitations.
Proficient In:
- Adobe Illustrator CS4
- Adobe Photoshop CS4
- Adobe InDesign CS4
- Adobe Acrobat Pro
- Microsoft Office
- Macintosh Operating System
Additional Work Experience:
Deli Assistant, Menomonie Market Food Co-op, Menomonie, WI: May 2008- May 2010
- Devised and implemented new and more efficient processes to accomplish daily tasks.
- Resolved difficult and stressful situations.
- Followed detailed instructions.
- Worked with customers over the phone and in person to meet their needs.
- Managed and lead others.
- Trained new employees to be efficient with workplace tasks.