1. December 1, 2013
Graphic Designer / Infographiste Position
Dear Human Resources,
I would respectfully like to submit my resume for the position of Graphic Designer.
My extensive experience as a Graphic Designer / Infographiste with The Montreal
Gazette along with my freelancing background and the ability to work on concurrent
design projects under strict deadlines makes me the ideal candidate for this incredible
job opportunity.
My specialties include creative design, branding, ad creation, layout and design
( including work on magazines Chic, Urban Expressions and newspaper ads )
photography and photo manipulation, POP material, brochures, signage, package
design, as well as experience designing for digital environments (web, social media)
and creating visuals which best illustrate the message to be communicated for both
digital and print.
Strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills. Energetic, confident, and
personable. A team player with a solid attention to detail. Strong problem solving skills,
ability to perform under pressure and demonstrated leadership skills.
I also volunteer my services as a Creative Designer to
The Missing Children's Network, Dans La Rue and The MUC Police.
I can be reached anytime at 514-659-7810 or at home at 514-505-0954. You can also
view my Linkedin account for recommendations and referrals along with my digital
portfolio at www.costahovris.com.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you about
possible recruitment with your organization.
Sincerely,
Costa Hovris

2. Costa Hovris
198 Braebrook, Pointe Claire, Québec H9R 1V5
514.659.7810 • costahovris@yahoo.ca
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Creative and bilingual Graphic Designer with years of experience at The Montreal
Gazette in advertising design, corporate branding, layout, typography and cross-platform
marketing in both print and digital media. Also maintained a freelance business specializing
in promotional and corporate branding for digital and print environments. Dynamic
team player with well-developed written and verbal communication abilities. Extremely
passionate and inventive creator of innovative branding strategies. Accustomed to
performing in deadline-driven environments to assure a high standard of excellence.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The Montreal Gazette, Montreal, Québec, 1989-2013
Position: Creative Designer - Advertising Department ( 1989-2011 )
• Conceptualizing advertising and marketing ideas and campaigns and
following them through to final product.
• Keeping up to date with latest forms of digital advertising through the use
of social media.
• Responsible for initiating, creating and designing Flash interactive ads.
• Responsible for the accuracy and quality of work produced by creative team.
• Meet with clients and sales consultants to discuss graphic needs.
• Conducted course training sessions for all designers in Creative and Editorial
departments.
Position: Digital Designer - Digital Products Department ( 2011-2013 )
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Successfully designed new Hockey Inside/Out application.
Update Urban Expressions site page(s) and modifications.
Created hand-sketched mock ups from concept through to completion.
Worked closely with web developers, Marketing and Digital Director to conceive and
create vision while meeting deadlines and requirements.
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3. Costa Hovris
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Cumberland Drugs, Montreal, Québec, 1985-1989
Layout Artist - Advertising - Package Design
Conceptualization and designing of advertisements, circulars, posters, flyers
and television / radio commercials. Design packaging for in-house brand items.
In absence of Art Director, was put in control of departments overall daily activities.
Key Achievements:
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Named Volunteer of the Year as Graphic Designer
for The Missing Children’s Network Canada - Reseau Enfants
NACOM First Place for Best Black and White advertisement
Awarded “Honorary MUC Member” by the MUC Police Community
for “Youth Info-Crime” advertising campaign.
NACOM First Place for Best Color advertisement
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
Concordia University,
Adult Education, Certificate in Advertising & Design, Montréal, Québec 1989
Dawson College,
Montréal, Québec, Commercial Arts Program 1983
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY & CREATIVE EXPERIENCE
Platforms:
Mac OS X
Applications:
Mac Software
Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Adobe InDesign,
Dreamweaver, QuarkXPress, MicroOffice
Flash Professional
PRINT
WEB & MULTIMEDIA
• Advertising Design
• Branding & POP
• Brochures & Posters
• Signage & Packaging
• Digital Ad Creation
• Web Design - Flash / HTML5
• Mobile Site Design
• Web Graphics - Layout
Creative: