Resume of Aubrey Miller
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Self-motivated creative with a diverse background and broad education. A seasoned presenter who is detail-oriented and has strong technical and organizational skills. Driven to seek out challenges in order to continue professional growth.
Currently seeking a full-time graphic design position or freelance work.
PERSONAL DATA & CONTACT
Name: Aubrey Miller-Schmidt
Location: Renton, Washington (near Seattle)
Email: aubrey [at] aubreymiller.net
Voice: 208.559.1637
SOFTWARE EXPERTISE
Design related:
- Adobe Photoshop; 10 years experience
- Adobe InDesign; 3 years experience
- Adobe Illustrator; 3 years experience
- Adobe Dreamweaver; 3 years experience
- Adobe Acrobat; 3 years experience
- Adobe Flash; 2 years experience
General office:
- Microsoft Word 2007/XP
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Publisher
- Microsoft Outlook
- Keynote
SKILLS
- Experienced in pre-press, press checks and proofing
- Proficient with both PC and Mac platforms
- Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Javascript
- Experienced organizing and giving presentations
- Photography, retouching and photo manipulation
- Tech-savvy; quick learner of software and technology
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented and organized
- Typing speed 80 WPM
WORK HISTORY
Digital Photo Retoucher (seasonal position)
Pacific Color, Inc.
Seattle, WA; September 2009-January 2010
- Retouching techniques included correction of skin flaws, light leaks, hot spots, head swaps, etc.
- Created artwork such as adjusting hemlines and hairlines and reconstructing missing photo data
- Designed flyers and other typographic material
- Assisted with answering a multi-line telephone system
Floral Designer
Michael's Arts and Crafts
Moscow, ID; January-August 2009
- Designed custom floral arrangements for store clients
- Provided customer service and aided in product selection
Art Director/Designer
Blot student magazine
Moscow, ID; August-December 2008
- Art directed and designed two 24-page issues cover-to-cover
- Redesigned style and structure of magazine including logo
- Prepared files for press, conducted press checks and proofed copy
- Improved consistency by creating a design template and section illustrations
- Implemented design meetings to improve collaboration
- Worked closely with photographers to improve quality
- Contributed photography to the magazine’s print gallery
Buyer's Assistant
Tri-State Distributors, Inc.
Moscow, ID; September 2006-May 2007
- Improved accuracy of data within the inventory system
- Efficiently and speedily updated inventory and created purchase orders
- Provided customer service in clothing department
Teacher
Cedar Creek Middle School
Bastrop, TX; August 2003-December 2005
- Taught Digital Graphics, Web Design, Computer Literacy and U.S. History
- Designed and maintained a new campus website
- Served as department leader 2004–5 school year
- Developed a new campus behavior system as part of a faculty team
- Established frequent contact with parents, students, and administrators
- Presented curriculum at the Texas Computer Teacher Association conference
EDUCATION
BA Art; Graphic design emphasis; May 2009
University Of Idaho;
Moscow, ID
Summa Cum Laude, GPA 3.95
BA History; Geography minor; May 2002
Teacher Certification; Social Studies grades 6-12; May 2003
University of Texas, Austin, TX
HONORS & ACHIEVEMENTS
- Coordinated field trips, meetings, and communication as Secretary of American Institute of Graphic Artists (AIGA) University of Idaho student chapter
August 2008–May 09 - Submitted a proposal to Aspen Design Challenge as part of a multi-disciplinary team
December 2008 - Awarded the Marie Haasch Whitesel Scholarship for demonstrated talent in art
Fall 2008–Spring 09 - Member of Golden Key International Honor Society
2002–Present - Member of American Institute of Graphic Artists (AIGA)
2008–Present