Dakota Daniels
Dayton,TN
Summary
Highly-motivated designer with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
Chattanooga State
Chattanooga, TN
08.2023 - Current
- Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
- Created print materials, such as brochures, flyers, and business cards, from concept to completion.
- Coordinated with external vendors to ensure quality production of design materials.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to create visually appealing designs.
- Executed photo editing and manipulation tasks to enhance visual content.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
- Produced projects for advertising and informational purposes.
Mechanic
Self-employeed
Chattanooga, TN
01.2015 - Current
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Improved function of engines by replacing spark plugs, fuel filters and defective sensors.
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
East Hamilton Middle High School
Ooltewah, TN
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported classroom teacher in managing a diverse classroom of students.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Prepared lesson materials and visual aids to reinforce lesson concepts.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to both students and teachers.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
- Contributed to positive, educational setting by delivering gentle discipline and promoting student success.
- Distributed and collected tests and homework to prepare for grading by head teacher.
- Prepared and set up equipment and materials for laboratory sessions.
Club President
East Hamilton Middle High School
Ooltewah, TN
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted outreach activities to raise awareness of the club's mission.
- Actively sought out opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Organized monthly meetings, assigned agenda topics, and led discussions.
- Established a clear set of rules and guidelines for the club operations.
- Facilitated communication between members through emails, newsletters.
Painter
East Hamilton Middle High School
Ooltewah, TN
08.2016 - 03.2020
- Mixed paints to desired color and texture.
- Consulted with clients regarding colors and finishes.
- Removed old wall coverings before applying new ones.
- Performed minor repairs, such as caulking windowsills, before painting them.
- Protected furniture from dust generated during the preparation of walls.
- Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Selected appropriate paint colors based on customer preferences.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Inspected work sites to measure dimensions, lay out work, and estimate materials for each job.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
- Removed pictures, door knobs or electric switch covers prior to painting.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Digital Media Design & Production
Chattanooga State
Chattanooga, TN01-2025
High School Diploma -
East Hamilton Middle High School
Ooltewah, TN06-2020
Skills
- Hand and power tools
- Auto and engine repair
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Basic carpentry
- Self-directed and motivated
- Classroom preparation and maintenance
- Experience in adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
Affiliations
- Reading
- Art
- Music
- Photography
Languages
German
Limited
Maori
Limited
Timeline
Graphic Designer
Chattanooga State
08.2023 - Current
Teacher's Aide Volunteer
East Hamilton Middle High School
08.2019 - 03.2020
Club President
East Hamilton Middle High School
08.2018 - 03.2020
Painter
East Hamilton Middle High School
08.2016 - 03.2020
Mechanic
Self-employeed
01.2015 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Digital Media Design & Production
Chattanooga State
High School Diploma -
East Hamilton Middle High School
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