Adobe After Effects
Nicole Michelle Knops
K-3 Tech. Instructor / Graphic Designer
Sugar Grove,Illinois
Summary
Enthusiastic, highly creative individual with experience in branding, logo design, print media, audio/video editing, image editing, and typography. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges with a positive attitude. Organized, dependable, and an exceptionally talented thinker who collaborates well with others and has a remarkable eye for detail.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
10
10
Languages
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Rasmussen University
School Of Design 10.2018 - 02.2022
Master of Arts - Sociology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL 08.2005 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL 08.2001 - 05.2005
Work History
K-3 Technology Instructor
Holy Cross
Batavia , IL
08.2023 - Current
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
- Created clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' confidence in Google Classroom.
- Developed engaging curriculum content, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of technology concepts.
- Enhanced students' technology skills by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world applications into lessons.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Created lesson plans and instructional materials in accordance with school district guidelines.
- Planned and implemented curriculum to teach up-to-date technology to K-3 Technology students.
- Maintained orderly classroom stocked with appropriate supplies.
- Managed and maintained computer systems, equipment and mobile devices by troubleshooting hardware and software issues, cleaning out keyboards and wiping down computer surfaces.
- Used lectures, demonstrations and discussions to instruct students individually and in small groups.
- Trained and developed students' skills in word-processing, spreadsheet and database programs.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of emerging technologies, ensuring relevant and up-to-date instruction for students.
Graphic Designer
Nicole Michelle Designs
Sugar Grove, IL
10.2018 - Current
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with clients to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- GlobalTech Logistics - optimized client's logo to be used for print media.
- The Syers Wedding - created invitation, place card, and menu designs.
- The Mitchell Family - designed invitation and thank you cards.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Buck Services Incorporated
West Chicago, Illinois
10.2018 - Current
- Created tri-fold brochure for client to distribute at job fairs.
- Designed ad for client to use in The Daily Herald Business Ledger.
- Redesigned client's logo.
- Photographed client's training events.
- Created professional headshots for website.
- Optimized graphics for client's new website.
- Conducted user experience analysis of client's new website.
Design Consultant
Rasmussen College
Oak Brook, Illinois
03.2017 - 03.2018
- Identified flash media pieces within client's Learning Management System (LMS); over 1100 courses.
- Documented and classified various types of media in client's LMS.
- Evaluated multimedia content (video, animation, learning objects) and assigned user time estimates.
Survey Specialist/Research Analyst III
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
Research Triangle, North Carolina
12.2011 - 12.2016
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Analyzed statistical data using both modern and traditional methods.
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection.
Survey Specialist/Research Analyst II
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
Research Triangle, North Carolina
10.2009 - 12.2011
- Assisted with questionnaire design and development; analysis and reporting of data.
- Collaborated with recruiting agency to recruit and hire new field interviewers.
- Trained both new and veteran field interviewers.
- Edited field manuals.
- Conducted field interviewer field observations; responded to public inquiries; and assisted with project deliverables, including monthly progress reports.
Survey Specialist/Research Analyst I
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
Research Triangle, North Carolina
10.2007 - 10.2009
- Organized and held biweekly teleconferences and monthly teleconferences.
- Kept collaborative on schedule for various deliverables.
- Facilitated consensus building among seven states; and provided collaborative and states with direction, as needed.
- Authored a chapter of the Action and Implementation Manual on work produced by the collaborative.
Skills
Digital Imagery
Software
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe XD
Cinema 4d Lite
Google Workspace
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Word
Timeline
K-3 Technology Instructor
Holy Cross
08.2023 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Graphic Design
Rasmussen University
10.2018 - 02.2022
Graphic Designer
Nicole Michelle Designs
10.2018 - Current
Freelance Graphic Designer
Buck Services Incorporated
10.2018 - Current
Design Consultant
Rasmussen College
03.2017 - 03.2018
Survey Specialist/Research Analyst III
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
12.2011 - 12.2016
Survey Specialist/Research Analyst II
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
10.2009 - 12.2011
Survey Specialist/Research Analyst I
Research Triangle Institute, RTI International
10.2007 - 10.2009
Master of Arts - Sociology
Western Illinois University
08.2005 - 05.2007
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Western Illinois University
08.2001 - 05.2005
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