Augustana College
Rock Island, IL
Darren Oregon
Linkedin.com/in/darren-oregon
Summary
Aspiring graphic designer with a strong foundation in typography, digital design and screen printing. Eager to leverage creativity and attention to detail in design projects.
Education
Skills
Augustana College — Rock Island, IL
BA Graphic Design 2022–2026 GPA: 30
Accomplishments
College Second Team All-Conference Football (2023/2025)
Affiliations
Member, Augustana College Football Team (2022-2025)
Demonstrated discipline, teamwork, and leadership in a competitive environment
Balanced rigorous academic workload with athletic commitments
Built strong communication and collaboration skills
Demonstrated discipline, teamwork, and leadership in a competitive environment
Balanced rigorous academic workload with athletic commitments
Built strong communication and collaboration skills
Projects
Senior Inquiry in Design (GRD 425)
- Developed a comprehensive capstone design project from concept to final execution
- Conducted research to inform design decisions and target audience needs
- Created a cohesive visual solution using typography, color theory, and layout principles
- Produced multiple iterations through critique, refining work based on feedback
- Presented final project demonstrating creative problem-solving and professional design skills
Site-Specific Design Project (Art 377)
- Designed a series of visual pieces featuring motivational messages using Adobe Illustrator
- Created custom backgrounds and layouts to enhance readability and visual impact
- Considered environment and audience when placing designs across campus locations
- Explored how context and placement influence interpretation and engagement
- Demonstrated ability to apply design concepts in real-world, public-facing spaces
Screen Printing Project (Art 362)
- Created a screen-printed design by producing multiple prints of the same object using different color schemes
- Explored color theory by testing how color variations affect mood, contrast, and visual impact
- Gained hands-on experience with screen printing techniques, including layering and ink application
- Evaluated and refined prints to improve consistency, alignment, and overall composition
- Demonstrated ability to combine technical skill with creative experimentation
Intro To Graphic Design (GRD 225) Object Translation Project
- Translated a chosen object ( animal or everyday form) into a series of visual designs
- Explored abstraction by simplifying and reinterpreting form, shape, and structure
- Applied principles of composition, balance, and visual hierarchy
- Developed multiple iterations to refine clarity and visual impact
- Demonstrated ability to transform real-world inspiration into cohesive graphic outcomes
Timeline
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