STATEMENT

AS A GRAPHIC ARTIST

I am a highly motivated self starter that strives for both excellence and competency in all endeavors. I possess a broad capacity for learning and am great at multitasking. I also have the ability to handle fast-paced, multi-faceted

environments. Over time I have become known for creativity and design skill.

RESUME’

Intern, Multiple Departments: Ongoing, summers 2007-present Vulcan Materials Company, Birmingham, AL• GraphicDesignIntern: Employed artistic sensibility to create visual concepts for company advertisements and informational print materials. Assisted graphic specialists in producing

logos, banners, coil bound books and business cards. Utilized Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator.• InformationServicesIntern: Worked on several telecommunications projects, including audits of both land-based and cellular communications systems, to centralize management

of both systems, reduce company expenditures and streamline account payment system. Worked with end-users to provide support for a variety of technology, including hardware, software, and peripherals.

Marketing and Public Relations Associate: August 2011-May 2012 Berea College Black Student Union, Berea, KY• Worked with the PR group to plan and execute marketing strategies for BSU events.• Implemented a campaign to make the organization recognizable on campus by producing a new logo, t-shirt design and interactive e-mail newsletters.• Used graphic design skills to produce promotional print and electronic materials for club activities.

Resident Advisor, Hall Monitor: August 2011-present Berea College, Berea, KY• Served as a student advisor to 80 residents by enforcing college regulations and building community amongst residents.• Promoted from resident advisor to hall monitor.• Supervised a staff of student workers in dorm maintenance functions.

Weaving Apprentice: August 2009- May 2010 Berea College, Berea, KY• Produced high-quality, hand woven products using large floor looms.• Assisted in design process including, fabric and color selection.

EducationBachelors of Science, Technology & Industrial Arts: Management & Graphic Communications expected May 2013, Berea College, Berea, KY• GPA 3.1, Dean’s List four semesters, Fleur de Lis Honor Society, Mortar Board Honor Society, Epsilon Pi Tau Honor Society• Executive Council Member, Black Student Union• Vice-President, Choir 2011-12

Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School, Advance Academic Diploma 2009• GPA 4.1, Valedictorian, National Honor Society, Class President

CertificationsNetwork+ Certification, Comptia• Competent in network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security.

Skills• Proficient in graphic design using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign• Digital Media experience (photo/video editing)• CAD/Auto CAD experience• Proficient in social media• Fabric Weaving & Surface Design

Experience

DESIGN WITH CHARACTER

“Simplicity is the ultimate form of sophistication.” -Leonardo da Vinci

PORTFOLIO

ADVERTISING&MARKETING

Full Color Print & E-Mail Advertisement8.5” x 9.5”ADVERTISING&MARKETING

Berea College: Black Student Union

Berea College: Black Student Union

Full Color Print & E-Mail Advertisement8.5” x 11.00”ADVERTISING&MARKETING

Berea College: Black Student Union

Full Color Print & E-Mail Advertisement8.5” x 11.00”ADVERTISING&MARKETING

The Art and Craft of the Mountain Dulcimer

Guest Curated by Dr. Alan Mills, Professor of Technology and Applied Design

September 16 - November 4, 2012Upper Traylor Gallery

Gallery Talk by Dr. Alan Mills2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Reception, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pmOctober 21, 2012

Doris Ulmann Galleris Hours:Mon., Wed., & Fri. 8 am - 5 pm, Tue. & Thurs. 8 am - 8 pmSat. & Sun. 1 pm - 5 pm, Closed October 8 -9 and 17859-985-3530 or 859-985-3083

Kentucky Made

Berea College: TAD Department

Full Color PosterAdvertisement13.00” x 19.00”ADVERTISING&MARKETING

D e s i g n e r C a l l

Fashion4ACause

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Interested in designing a fashion collection?

Attend the BSU/ASA Designer Call

Calling AllDesignersAfrican Student AssociationThe Black Student Union &

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For more information contactDerek Matthews or Marienette Ngamboumatthewsd@berea.edu ngamboum@berea.edu

Berea College: Black Student Union

Full Color Print & E-mailAdvertisement11.00” x 8.5”ADVERTISING&MARKETING

It’s A ShowerCome Help Us Welcome

Baby Caleb Xavier Williams!

138 Hampton Lake Drive Pelham, AL 35124August 25, 2012

2:00 p.m.RSVP with Marilyn Williams @ 205-663-6449

by August 18, 2012

With aPamper, baby Wipes, & Draft Detergent

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Check out his registry atBabies R Us & Walmarts

Marilyn Williams Full Color Print Baby Shower Invitation7.00” x 5.00”ADVERTISING&MARKETING

L E T ’ S R O L L

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C O M E S K A T E T H E D A Y A W A YA N D H E L P U S C E L B R A T E B E C A U S E

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BRANDING & IDENTITY

The Vulcan Women’s

N e t w o r kStaying Connected

Vulcan Materials Company Logo design for a committee within the company. Features a custom designed graphic that plays off the slogain “staying connected” by use of interconnected circles.

BRANDING & IDENTITY

PEPPro�it Enhancement Plan

Vulcan Materials Company Logo design for a committee within the company. BRANDING & IDENTITY

Vulcan Materials Company 2011 Annual Report. Laminated front and back cover. Coil-Bound 6-Bank tab 8.5” x 11.00”

BRANDING & IDENTITY

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Personal Branding Two Color Portrait Business CardTwo-Sided Custom DesignBRANDING & IDENTITY

Berea College:Black Student Union

Custom Designed Logo for the organization and its t-shirt.BRANDING & IDENTITY

THOMPSON INTERMEDIATE

Thompson Intermediate School

Custom Design for the school system’s t-shirt.BRANDING & IDENTITY

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

Intern Day ChallengeConnecting the Dots

McCook Conference RoomJuly 27, 2012

Challenge: The interns were given the task of using a range of resources that they compiled on their annual Intern Day to find out as much about Vulcan Materials Company as possible. With the information that they found, they were to build a presentation that demonstrated their understanding of the

company and how their role as an intern plays into it.

9:00 am Welcome Corporate Human Resources

9:05 am Introduction Joshua Holmes

9:10 am Presentations Interns

10:15 am Closing Remarks/Questions Eboni Toney

Jamie KnightPhileah McDaniel

Tyler MackeyEboni ToneyBrian Smart

Keaira TurnerKatie Boyd

Joshua HolmesDerek MatthewsPhillip Godfrey

Thank You for your attendance!

Vulcan Materials Company Agenda Design for the Intern Day Challenge event at Vulcan Materials CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

Yolanda Sullivan Director, Corporate Human Resources

Dan SansoneEVP and CFO

Welcome & Vulcan UA Alumni

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Lisa McKinney Faculty, UA School of Accountancy

The Capstone Business Leadership Academy

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Jimmy BaldwinCentral Region General Support

What Weighs More: A Ton of Rocks or A Ton of Feathers

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E n e r g y M a n a g e m e n t B u s i n e s s S e g m e n tM c C o o k C o n f e r e n c e R o o m

J o e l H u g u l e yT r a v i s L o n g

A c c o u n t i n g / F i n a n c e B u s i n e s s S e g m e n tM a n a s s a s C o n f e r e n c e R o o m

B r e n t W o o d a l lC o u r t n e y T h o m a s

M a r k e t i n g B u s i n e s s S e g m e n tS h a r e d C o m m o n A r e a O u t s i d e K e n n e s a w C o n f e r e n c e R o o m

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F r a n E m e r s o nA l e x J o h n s o n

2012 Capstone Business Leadership Academy:

July

Culverhouse College of Commerce2012 Capstone Business Leadership Academy

Monday, July 16, 2012 McCook Conference Room 9:30 am - 1:00pm

Kristi Armstrong Prattville ALDaniel Ashford Madison MSAndy Axelrod Atlanta GAZoë Bakker Tuscaloosa ALBroughton Barry Atlanta GAMorgan Calhoun Rogersville ALTrey Chaffin III Hoover ALRodrigo Cohen Waxhaw NCCole Corder Huntsville ALSpencer Davis Dripping Springs TXHannah Diamant Madison ALRachel Dodson Birmingham ALCarrie Eaton Rockwille MDChris Eumont Sugar Land TXKathleen Harrigan Scituate MAHaley Holder Falls Church VAStephen Huntley Niceville FLMichelle Jones Murfreesboro TNNick Kauzlarich Bloomington ILHayeon Kim Oakland NJChris Kuuskvere Charlotte NCJessica Landzberg Montvale NJNatasha Levitin Emerson NJCarolyn McCalley Mountain Brook ALAlayna McCormack Vienna VAJ.B. McCracken Baton Rouge LAMelissa McLarty Dunwoody GAMeaghan Morgan Vienna VAMcKenna Mulhern Phoenix AZNicholas Nicholson Cottondale ALKathleen Oliver Tallulah LAJoseph Olmstead Gulf Shores ALZoe Ottaviani Silver Spring MDLucia Pasara Birmingham ALJohn Perrett Franklin TNAbigail Ray Huntsville ALHelen Rieger The Woodlands TXMiles Royer McMurray PACC Salzman Centerville OHMeaghan Shimota Waxhaw NCGreg Stringfellow Southlake TXKendall Thomason Chapel Hill NCOlivia Warner Pound Ridge NYAshleigh Whitson Memphis TNLunch

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AGENDA

Vulcan Materials Company Agenda Design for The Univeristy of Alabama Business Leadership Academy, hosted by Vulcan Materials Co.

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

Energy Management Business SegmentMcCook Conference Room

Facilitators

Joel HuguleyTravis Long

Culverhouse College of Commerce2012 Capstone Business Leadership Academy

WELCOMEMonday, July 16, 2012

McCook Conference Room 9:30 am - 1:00 pm

Culverhouse College of Commerce2012 Capstone Business Leadership Academy

Vulcan Materials Company Custom designed posters for The Univeristy of Alabama Business Leadership Academy, hosted by Vulcan Materials Co.

CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS

VISUAL COMMUNICATION

Graphic design to me is about more than just a technical skill set; rather a culmination of various forms of visual communcation. It is the combination of the artist and the thinker. In this industry, the left and right sides of the brain truly mesh.

PHOTOGRAPHY

SURFACE DESIGN

Fibers I Hand Dyed SilkArashi Board ClampingSURFACE DESIGN

Fibers I Hand Dyed/Painted BroadclothTape ResistSURFACE DESIGN

Fibers I Hand Dyed/Painted Broadcloth

SURFACE DESIGN

Fibers I Hand Dyed/Painted BroadclothTape ResistArashia TechniqueSURFACE DESIGN

Fibers I Hand Dyed/Painted BroadclothTape resistSURFACE DESIGN

Fibers I Hand Dyed BroadclothTape ResistDrip Painting TechniqueSURFACE DESIGN