Adobe Illustrator
Trumaine Armstrong
Graphic Designer, Educator, Video Editor
Celina,TX
Summary
- Skilled Graphic Artist specializing in social media and advertising. Highly artistic, always on-task and fluent in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Canva. Consistently creates skilled, creative and brand-specific designs.
- Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
- Adaptable Video Editor offering seven years of video editing success. Talent in assembling raw footage, reordering sequences and adjusting content to align with artistic vision. Aiming to leverage strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro to add value to projects.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Graphic Designer
Starpoynts
06.2017 - Current
- Conceptualized unique logo designs for startups, establishing strong visual identities that resonated with target markets.
- Created engaging social media graphics that drove user engagement and increased online visibility.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, meeting strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality results.
- Utilized Adobe Premiere Pro to manipulate, splice, and sync video footage.
- Edited feature-length films and television shows to meet desired quality and style.
- Delivered edits with multiple camera angle choices, titles, graphics, audio, and special effects.
Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2021 - Current
- Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Supported extracurricular activities such as tutoring sessions or after-school clubs by providing supervision or leading specific programs related to subject expertise.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
Freelance Sports Reporter
C&S Media
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Adapted writing style to cater to various platforms such as print, digital, radio broadcast scripts for diverse audiences.
- Managed multiple deadlines simultaneously without sacrificing quality or accuracy in reporting efforts.
- Conducted thorough research on sports topics to ensure accurate and comprehensive reporting in every piece produced.
- Provided live coverage of sporting events through live-tweets, blogs, and real-time updates, keeping audiences informed.
Audio/Video Technician
Encore
10.2018 - 1 2020
- Supported event planners in conceptualizing creative audio-visual elements for memorable experiences.
- Enhanced audience engagement with expertly designed visual presentations and sound quality.
- Received Level 3 Technical Certification.
- Provided troubleshooting techniques in integrating professional audio/video systems.
- Ensured seamless event production by efficiently setting up, operating, and tearing down audio-video systems.
- Collaborated with clients to determine audio-visual requirements for events, ensuring their satisfaction and successful execution.
Sports Editor
Richland Student Media
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Developed relationships with sources to break exclusive stories that elevated the publication's reputation.
- Conducted interviews with athletes, coaches, and other key figures in the sports industry for in-depth articles.
- Developed expertise in covering various beats, demonstrating versatility and adaptability as a reporter.
- Updated music playlists frequently based on industry trends and audience preferences, ensuring a dynamic listening experience for all user groups.
- Reviewed scripts for accuracy, clarity, and conciseness before going on-air to ensure the highest quality of content delivery.
- Conducted thorough research and fact-checking for accuracy in reporting, ensuring credibility and trustworthiness.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Applied Arts And Sciences
University of North Texas
Denton, TX 08.2018 - 08.2020
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
Dallas College-Richland Campus
Dallas, TX 08.2016 - 05.2018
Skills
Behavior Modeling
Records Management
Activity Planning
Lesson Planning
2D and 3D modeling
Illustration
Logo design
Web Design
Sound Editing
Premier Pro
Copywriting and editing
Associated Press Style
Software
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe Audition
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Dreamweaver
Wordpress
Canva
Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
Texas Intercollegiate Press Association
2017 - Best sports column
2018 - Best sports television host
2019 - Best sports column
Timeline
Freelance Sports Reporter
C&S Media
02.2022 - 03.2024
Substitute Teacher
ESS
09.2021 - Current
Audio/Video Technician
Encore
10.2018 - 1 2020
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Applied Arts And Sciences
University of North Texas
08.2018 - 08.2020
Freelance Graphic Designer
Starpoynts
06.2017 - Current
Sports Editor
Richland Student Media
08.2016 - 05.2018
Associate of Arts - Mass Communications
Dallas College-Richland Campus
08.2016 - 05.2018