Chris Core
Advertising/illustrator
San Luis Obispo ,CA
Summary
Precise Photo Editor offering 11 year background reviewing, editing and manipulating photos to gain high quality images. Proficient in Software paired with strong understanding of photographic techniques and photo editing processes. Creative individual with excellent eye for detail and exceptional time management skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Photo Editor
Sun Newspaper
San Bernardino, CA
01.2000 - 01.2010
- Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to crop, invert and control light and color properties of photos.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments.
- Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
- Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches.
Advertising/graphic Designer/illustrator
Self Employed Artist
San Bernardino, CA
07.1994 - 01.2000
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Worked with Software and Type design systems to develop and present prototypes for focus group evaluation.
Graphic Designer/illustrator
Chaparral Cycle Supply
San Bernardino, CA
07.1993 - 07.1994
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
Digital Illustrator
Tech Aide
Redlands, CA
02.1993 - 07.1993
- Produced computer-generated artwork to add depth and cohesiveness to technical journal and publication articles.
- Created sequences under tight deadlines and seamlessly integrated with other components.
- Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
- Applied artistic and illustrative techniques to print, electronic and Type media.
Technical Illustrator
General Dynamics
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.1986 - 07.1991
- Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
- Produced computer-generated artwork to add depth and cohesiveness to technical journal and publication articles.
- Added illustrations to company marketing collateral and promotional materials that reflected unified company brand.
- Applied color theory and lighting techniques in drawings and illustrations to add excitement, focus and depth.
- Applied artistic and illustrative techniques to print, electronic and Type media.
- Delivered on multiple titles and platforms simultaneously.
- Learned new software packages in addition to traditional art methods.
Artist
Ceramic Corner
El Monte, CA
06.1985 - 06.1986
- Made use of materials, such as ink, watercolors, charcoal, oil, computer software, paints and pencils to complete unique piece for customers.
- Established and maintained productive, professional working relationships to promote beneficial project results.
- Managed technological considerations to meet defined goals.
- Cultivated relationships with other artists and internal partners to develop positive rapport for future opportunities.
- Gathered information from Type and Type content channels and used data to create graphics, cartoons and illustrations to support company goals and strategic initiatives.
Education
Philosophy
Valley College
San Bernardino, CAKoine Greek
Cal Baptist University
Riverside, CATheology
Calvary Chapel Bible College
Twin Peaks, CA03.1993
Advertising/illustration
Pasadena Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA09.1981
Skills
- Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Suite
- Image Editing
- Photo Imaging
- Color Correcting
- Critical Thinking
- Photo Shoots
- Professional Relationships
- Precise Measurements
- Constructive Feedback
- Project Requirements
- Social Perceptiveness
- User Experience
- Industry Trends
- Effective Communication
- Team Meetings
- Photo Processing
- Camera Setup
Accomplishments
- Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.
- Achieved Result through effectively helping with Task.
Confidential and secret government clearance
Obtained necessary clearance from the Secret Service to provide necessary service for the US Navy
Timeline
Photo Editor
Sun Newspaper
01.2000 - 01.2010
Advertising/graphic Designer/illustrator
Self Employed Artist
07.1994 - 01.2000
Graphic Designer/illustrator
Chaparral Cycle Supply
07.1993 - 07.1994
Digital Illustrator
Tech Aide
02.1993 - 07.1993
Technical Illustrator
General Dynamics
06.1986 - 07.1991
Artist
Ceramic Corner
06.1985 - 06.1986
Philosophy
Valley College
Koine Greek
Cal Baptist University
Theology
Calvary Chapel Bible College
Advertising/illustration
Pasadena Art Center College of Design