Sophie Hume
MI
Summary
I am currently a Freelance Graphic Designer looking to advance my knowledge of design and advertisement within a communicative setting. At The Oakland Post, I engaged audiences through graphic and photo content. I am proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and adept in time management, demonstrating adaptability and creative thinking.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self Employed
09.2023 - Current
- Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, social media and branding.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining communication and deadlines.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
Photo Editor
The Oakland Post
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Used Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom to crop, invert and control light and color properties of photos.
- Procured rights for images by contacting image owners to obtain documentation rights and copyright permissions.
- Negotiated with reporters and led a team of photographers for high-quality image acquisitions and events.
- Chose images to publish that best suited audience preferences and media attraction.
Photographer
The Oakland Post
01.2019 - 11.2022
- Took photos for various campus events, news stories and sports games.
- Captured images using creative compositions that could be used in a variety of designs and spreads.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance and designed cover layouts and page spreads.
- Photographed high-quality images for news print, social media and web.
Creative Media Educator
Camp North Star
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans for beginner to intermediate photography, video editing and illustration students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies for diverse learners, ensuring individualized attention and success.
- Chose materials and developed lesson plans with costaff to enhance skills for individual students.
- Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for students ranging from 7-16 years of age.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design Minor in Advertisement
Oakland University
Rochester, MI04.2024
Skills
- Graphic Design
- Image Editing
- Branding and Identity
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Illustration
- Advertising understanding
- Deadline Adherence
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
References
MEAGHAN BARRY
Thesis Professor
+1 (987) 257-4450
mcbarry@oakland.edu
LAUREN REID
Content Editor: Oakland Post
+1 (734) 780-4564
reid@airfoilgroup.com
COURTNEY JENTZEN
Illustration Professor
jentzen@oakland.edu
Timeline
Freelance Graphic Designer
Self Employed
09.2023 - Current
Creative Media Educator
Camp North Star
06.2022 - 08.2022
Photo Editor
The Oakland Post
09.2020 - 11.2022
Photographer
The Oakland Post
01.2019 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design Minor in Advertisement
Oakland University
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