Filly Studios Resume

Equine Delight

Horses are my other passion. I have ridden and owned them since I was a child. They offer not only inspiration, but a source of relaxation and release. Their beauty and grace is intoxicating.

Resume

Kelsie Hanson	Tucson AZ 520-241-6115 mustangfilly [at] gmail [dot] com

Objective
	A career in an engaging, fast-paced environment with a company that I can move in a positive direction with. As a graphic designer, I want to inspire while continuously learning and working with integrity.
Education
	Associates of Applied Science, Graphic Technologies Clover Park Technical College, Lakewood WA, 2008 Hands on training in Graphic Design techniques, industry specific computer programs and Prepress Operations Bachelor of Arts, Business Management with a concentration in Marketing Western Washington University, Bellingham WA, 2005 Marketing education, as well as training in Accounting, Finance, Operations Management, and Organizational Behavior
Skills
	Technical InDesign: page layout, design principles, typography, packaging Photoshop: raster images, retouching, repair, lighting, resolution Illustrator: vector images, logos, scaling, drawing QuarkXPress: page layout, frames, output Acrobat: produce PDF files, Preflight Operating Systems: familiar with both Apple (Mac) and PC (Windows) Windows Programs: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Outlook Dreamweaver: web site creation, HTML, CSS Flash: animation, illustration Personal Attention to detail Punctual Deadline driven Master communicator Dependable Proactive problem solver Organized Positive attitude Personal and corporate integrity Able to act independently
Experience
	Communications Specialist Town of Oro Valley, Oro Valley AZ, Sep 2009 - Present Graphic design, writing and layout for the Town's monthly publication, the Oro Valley Vista, that was mailed to all Oro Valley residents and is now a online publication. Graphics design, writing and layout for the montly e-publication for Town employees. Design support for all departments to create brochures, posters, etc. Write news releases as needed. Maintain and update certain sections of the Town's website. Graphic Design Intern Tacoma Goodwill Industries, Tacoma WA, Apr 2008 - Jun 2008 Work on company collateral such as: invitations, programs, report covers, flyers and signage; maintain consistent branding, develop relationship with the printer, image manipulation Group Sales Coordinator Emerald Downs, Auburn WA, Dec 2006 - Jun 2008 Meet and greet clients, resolve event conflicts, balance payments Customer Service Representative Emerald Downs, Auburn WA, Apr 2006 - Dec 2006 Customer service, verbal and written communication management
Awards
	PRimus Award of Excellence The Oro Valley Vista won a PRimus Award of Excellence from the Public Relations Society of America. This award is given to public relation professionals who excel in their field. Mary Davis, Communications Administrator for the Town of Oro Valley, accepted the award. Winning Logo Excellence in Multi-Media Awards, 2008 Tech Competition Logo used on t-shirts, advertising and other collateral for awards banquet