DONNA SLIWA
senior graphic designer
RESUME
Donna Sliwa (Kowalyshen)
Personal Summary
Ever since I could hold a pencil, I have been drawing, painting, assembling books, writing, coloring, and experimenting in all things creative. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree concentrating in Graphic Design, I have worked as a Graphic Designer for three years at Fanatics, Inc., a leading online retailer. I aspire to expand my design knowledge and offer my creative expertise further.
My ability to think creatively, work effectively under tight deadlines, and express my ideas visually, make me a gratifying colleague. My positive outlook shines through my work, and my core ambition is to continue to be immersed in graphic design throughout my life.
Employment
Senior Designer
May 2016 – Present
Fanatics, Inc. in Deerfield, IL
Lead designer for NHLShop.com, for the US and Canadian sites. Design web, e-mail, mobile, and print graphics for NHL's e-commerce sites. Worked with a team to create engaging campaigns for major sporting events, flash sales, new product launches, hot markets, and holidays.
Graphic Designer
November 2014 – April 2016
Think Mint Chip LLC in Skokie, IL
Designed websites from concept to completion. Designed web graphics & print collateral for various clientele. Responsive web design.
Graphic Designer
August 2011 – June 2014
Fanatics, Inc./Dreams Retail in Northbrook, IL
Designed web, e-mail, mobile, and print graphics for professional, collegiate, and syndicate sports e-commerce sites. Worked with a team to create engaging campaigns for major sporting events, flash sales, new product launches, hot markets, and holidays.
Lead designer for FansEdge
Awarded Employee of the Quarter in 2012
Member of the Events Planning Committee
Graphic Design Intern
January 2011 – May 2011
Illinois State University’s Student Counseling Services in Normal, IL
Designed promotional posters, logos, websites, tags, bulletin boards, and flyers for the Student Counseling Service awareness events.
Graphic Design Intern
August 2010 – December 2010
Design Streak Graphic Design Internship in Normal, IL
Designed promotional posters and logos for select companies in Normal. First-hand experience on how a design firm is run.
Education
Bachelor of Science with a Concentration in Graphic Design
Illinois State University in Normal, IL
Attended from 2007 – 2011
Completed and excelled in Graphic Design coursework:
Typography, Imagemaking, Identity Design, Website Design, Information Design, Advertising, Product Design, History of Graphic Design, & Publications.
Completed and excelled in Fine Art coursework:
2-D Fundamentals, 3-D Fundamentals, Drawing Fundamentals, Survey of Art courses: Prehistoric to Present, Photography, and History of Greek Art.
Creative Experience
Years of goal-setting teamwork experience
Eye for fine details
Proficient with Mac and PC
Competent in Adobe Creative Suite 5
Very organized
Fast learner in new computer programs
Excellent vector and hand drawn illustration skills
Photography postproduction
Image manipulation
Impeccable craftsmanship
Excellent writer
Proficient in data entry, scanning, and typing
Creative Experience
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Dreamweaver
Adobe Bridge
HTML and CSS
Preview and Adobe Acrobat
Microsoft Office
iMovie
Adobe Premiere
Resume PDF
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