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Work History
Education
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Confidential and secret government clearance
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Chris Core

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, CA

Koine Greek

Cal Baptist University
Riverside, CA

Theology

Calvary Chapel Bible College
Twin Peaks, CA
03.1993

Advertising/illustration

Pasadena Art Center College of Design
Pasadena, CA
09.1981

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
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