Adobe Illustrator
Severen Smith
Freelance Graphic Designer
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee seeking a Graphic Design position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tackle Twill and Heat Seal Department/Analytics
ProKnitwear
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
- Improved department operations by capturing numerous opportunities to streamline processes and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with department personnel to coordinate multifaceted solutions to emerging problems.
- Managed efficient workflows by creating effective schedules and delegating work based on personnel strengths and knowledge.
- Implemented project management techniques to overcome obstacles and increase team productivity.
- Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
Fashion Designer
Benjamin Riley Clothing
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2017 - Current
- Worked with technical design and product management to provide accurate and complete design packages.
- Worked with photographers and stylists to showcase products for optimal visibility.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Supervised design staff through product creation and release.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Followed market trends and research to establish innovative product offerings for consumers.
Freelance Graphic Designer
N/A
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2005 - Current
- Completed in-depth product design tests using updated software tools.
- Designed templates and unique branded looks.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and manage project milestones.
- Used Adobe Illustrator to create images and layouts.
- Created designs for graphics and writing content layout look books.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Developed print materials such as brochures, banners and signs.
- Contributed design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.1999 - 06.2002
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
07.2003 - 07.2005
Skills
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Multitasking Abilities
Organization and Time Management
Presentation design
Strategic planning
Software
Photoshop
Microsoft Office
Interests
Movies
Traveling
Video Games
Home Decor
Fashion Design
Music
Timeline
Tackle Twill and Heat Seal Department/Analytics - ProKnitwear
05.2022 - Current
Fashion Designer - Benjamin Riley Clothing
01.2017 - Current
Freelance Graphic Designer - N/A
07.2005 - Current
Pittsburgh Technical College - Associate of Arts, Graphic Design
07.2003 - 07.2005
Fort Cherry High School - High School Diploma,
06.1999 - 06.2002