Matthew J. Menke
805 Lisa Dr. Waterloo, IA 50701
319-239-7175 (mobile)
mmenke_art@yahoo.com
Objective
Seeking entry level position in the field of illustration and design
Creatively Speaking
- Strong design sense reinforced with foundational fine art and digital media skills.
- Open-minded and inspired by new ideas, progressive
- Experience in small business setting, working independently and with upper-management to procure solutions
Technically Speaking
Adobe Creative Suite 3 Design Premium
- Proficient in Suite programs. Worked with Photoshop since 7.0
QuarkXPress 6
Corel Painter X
Work Experience
2008 – Present: Columbus High School, Waterloo, IA
Freelance Illustrator
- Designed poster for high school play, “Little Red Riding Hood and the Power Mutants. Worked from thumbnail stage to Illustrator, Indesign
- Created invoice for client. Professionally printed at community college
2007 – Present: OMJC Signal, Waterloo, IA
Graphic Designer
- Introduced new theme and designed full color, graphical product sheets for new manufacturing solutions
- Launched re-designed corporate website in 2008 (www.omjcsignal.com)
- Traveled on business to trade show (ICUEE 2007)
2004 – Present: Hy-Vee, Waterloo, IA
Gas Station Attendant
- Monitored 12 pumps while providing quality customer service
- Diverse duties including cash handling, cleaning, and inventor
Education
2008: Hawkeye Community College, Waterloo, IA
- Second year Graphic Communications student
2005: Diploma, West High School, Waterloo, IA
- Related courses: Web Design, Multimedia
Awards and Publications
Liberal & Industrial Arts Award, Hawkeye Art Show, mixed media painting – 2008
ETC Art & Literary Magazine, Designed 60 pg. school art annual – 2006 |
