1. JORDAN KEMBLE
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
jordankemble.format.com | 860.424.7221 | jordankemble43@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Highly self motivated professional seeking a company valuing efficiency, longevity, and progress.
Determined to utilize my business and design skills to contribute effectively in a strong team environment.
EDUCATION
Eastern Connecticut State University
Graduated May 2013, Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts, Graphic Design 3.8 GPA
QUALIFICATIONS
Computer Skills
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Adobe Creative Suite CC: InDesign, Photoshop,
Illustrator, Dreamweaver, and Acrobat
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Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint,
Publisher, Excel, and Outlook
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Video Editing: Final Cut Pro, iMovie
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Web: Basic HTML, websites & Wordpress
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Mac & Windows operating systems
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Excellent file organization
Design Skills
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Color theory and typography
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Knowledge of all file formats for web and print
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Print production expertise including Pantones
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Precise eye for detail and content accuracy
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Upholding brand standards
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Clean, modern design
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Interactive PDFs
Strengths
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Strategic multi-tasking, self-reliant
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Team player and independent thinker
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Professional written and verbal communication
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Unique ability to always find a solution
Accomplishments
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Promoted twice within three years at Staples
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Designed Expand International’s entire tradeshow booth for Exhibitor 2014 in Las Vegas
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Designed Hot Leathers’ entire 2015 Wholesale CatalogRELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Good Sports - Hot Leathers Brand, Manchester, CT
Graphic Designer & Photographer, 2014 – Present
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Design web mailers, website banners, animated GIFs, large posters, flyers, postcards, and other marketing material
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Photograph products using professional photo equipment and process images for both web and print usability
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Work with Web Master to integrate print and web content daily
Expand International, Stratford, CT
Pre-press/Preflight Technician & Graphic Designer, 2013 – 2014
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Deliver desired, quality results in a design through maintaining good communication on projects, always asking
questions for clarification when needed
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Scrutinize every file prior to printing in order to uncover potential quality issues proactively. This includes checking Pantone colors, correct font selection, gradient banding, image pixelation, and missing links.
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Design interactive PDF forms for internal company use
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Work with CEO and Vice President of Sales to spearhead the production of the first company iPad application made using InDesign’s Folio Builder
Staples Copy Center, Vernon, CT
Team Supervisor, 2006 – 2014 | Prior Positions Held: Sales Associate 2006, Copy Center Lead 2008
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Consult with customers on graphic design needs to suit their business, create fresh ideas and bring them to life
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Desktop Publishing: creating various business collateral, as well as resumes, invoices, and forms basing work on customer input while applying typography and layout knowledge to arrange content
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Supervise 15 associates and run the Copy Center, including all printing and finishing equipment
References available upon request.