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Zachary Nightingale

Santa Rosa,CA

Summary

Experienced and hard-working graphic designer motivated to explore visual communication through creative thinking. Proficient skills in the Adobe Creative Cloud. Committed to positive thinking and using design to improve the world.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Freelance Graphic Designer

Self Employed
02.2022 - Current
  • Developed eye-catching marketing materials for various clients, increasing brand recognition and sales.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality graphic design projects within tight deadlines.
  • Openly communicated with clients and maintained a friendly, positive relationship.

Barista

Avid Coffee
07.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
  • Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.

Cashier, Dairy Department, and General Merchandise

Raley's
10.2017 - 08.2021
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Stocked shelves neatly, arranged products in visually appealing ways, and kept backstock organized and easily accessible.
  • Ran the front of the store, receiving phone calls, giving breaks when necessary, and helping customers with all inquiries.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Visual Communication Design

San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA
05.2026

GED -

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Santa Rosa High School
Santa Rosa, CA
05.2020

Skills

  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Branding Strategies
  • Image Manipulation
  • Logo Design
  • Design Thinking
  • UI and UX Design

Affiliations

  • Managing my YouTube channel
  • Livestreaming on Twitch
  • Video editing
  • Creating music
  • Going on walks / Enjoying nature

Certification

Adobe Certification Training in Illustrator (Fall 2022 from the SRJC)

Timeline

Freelance Graphic Designer

Self Employed
02.2022 - Current

Barista

Avid Coffee
07.2021 - Current

Cashier, Dairy Department, and General Merchandise

Raley's
10.2017 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Science - Visual Communication Design

San Francisco State University

GED -

Santa Rosa Junior College

High School Diploma -

Santa Rosa High School
Zachary Nightingale