Thomas Hollingsworth
Graphic Designer
Brandon,MS
Summary
Highly-motivated student-athlete with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
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Overview
1
1
Year of professional experience
Work History
Social Media Manager
Belhaven University
Jackson, MS
11.2023 - Current
- Created engaging content for multiple social media platforms, such as Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure brand consistency across all channels.
- Provided training and guidance to team members on best practices for utilizing social media tools.
- Designed promotional materials using graphic design software applications.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with other professionals to generate innovative ideas.
- Crafted visual designs and brand messaging elements for consistency across digital advertising and marketing platforms.
- Developed and maintained company corporate image and identity using logos and signage.
Graphic Designer
Freelance
Jackson, MS
01.2019 - Current
- Developed graphics, logos and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
- Created visual concepts using computer software to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate consumers.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
- Collaborated with clients and stakeholders to ensure satisfaction of design deliverables.
- Edited photographs for use in digital media platforms including web banners and social media posts.
- Generated website designs that are visually appealing yet user-friendly across multiple browsers and devices.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends in graphic design technologies.
- Researched competitive products and services to identify opportunities to improve customer experience through design changes.
- Reviewed feedback from clients or other stakeholders on existing designs before making necessary modifications.
- Leveraged proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator to design email blasts, catalogs, posters and other promotional materials.
- Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
- Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
Deck Hand
Main Harbor Store
Ridgeland, MS
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Performed safety checks on all equipment and gear prior to use.
- Maintained a clean deck area through daily sweeping and scrubbing of surfaces.
- Organized tools and supplies needed for onboard repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict guidelines related to hazardous materials handling aboard ship.
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
- Performed minor cleaning to maintain deck, safety equipment and machinery.
- Read and interpreted gauges and fluid levels, reporting problems to captain.
- Greeted guests boarding and departing vessels to drive safe transition.
- Maintained professionalism and efficiency in emergency situations.
- Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
- Loaded or unloaded materials, vehicles or passengers from vessels.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Engaged in safety drills by leading others in tasks.
- Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
Education
Associate of Arts - Graphic Design
05-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design
Skills
- Promotional Campaigns
- Effective Organization
- Audience Analysis
- Media Kit Creation
- Photo and Video Editing
- Social Media
- Social Media Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Twitter, Tiktok, Pinterest, Clubhouse
- Positive Attitude
- Visual design
- Attention to Detail
- Trend Monitoring
- Brand Awareness
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Progress Tracking
- Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Excellent Multitasking
Affiliations
- Playing baseball for the Belhaven Blazers. My position on the field is catcher
- Helping with Visual Designs and social media managment for Belhaven Baseball. @BelhavenBaseball on Instagram and Twitter
- Created banners, bag tags, name plates, etc.. for the Belhaven Blazers
Accomplishments
- Hunter Hawkins Award (Germantown High School) - Determined by teammates and given to the best teammate.
- 3.0 GPA
Timeline
Social Media Manager - Belhaven University
11.2023 - Current
Deck Hand - Main Harbor Store
02.2021 - 08.2021
Graphic Designer - Freelance
01.2019 - Current
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College - Associate of Arts, Graphic Design
Belhaven University - Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design
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