1. Photography &
Graphic Design
Paul Rose
graphics@paulcrose.com
www.paulcrose.com
719.238.9227
SUMMARY
Talented graphic designer and photographer with experience in commercial print design, website graphics
and professional photography. Expertise in all phases of publishing including editorial, design, photography,
advertising and production. Effective copy writing and editing skills honed by teaching journalism and
composition. Skilled in photography of people, events and products. Excellent customer service skills used
to guide clients in the creative process. Able to deliver top quality results in fast paced, deadline driven
environments.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE SOFTWARE TOOLS:
Skills:
Magazine design InDesign
Advertising design Illustrator
Direct Mail design Photoshop
Portrait, special event, sports and product photography Acrobat
Effective copy writing and editing Dreamweaver
Customer service Microsoft Office
Proficient on Windows and Macintosh OS Wordpress
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Freelance Graphic Designer/Photographer
Colorado Springs 1999 – present
Worked with clients ranging from individuals to large corporations to design effective direct mail pieces
promoting their products and services.
Assisted in starting direct mail businesses and several automotive magazines. Published designs, speculative
ads and personal service have helped secure sales with national franchises and several other clients in
various industries.
Developed advertising campaigns by researching and writing original copy, finding stock art, creating
original logos and artwork. These elements are then blended into creative designs.
Provided photography services for events, on-location projects, product photography, portraits and
automotive photography.
Coordinated advertising and maintained positive working relationships with local weekly publications and
printers.
Eastborough Nazarene Church, 4123 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs
Church Facilities Manager 2014 – present
Provide janitorial and maintenance services to the main church building and four associated buildings
Organize and supervise the job responsibilities of an assistant
Coordinate with the pastoral staff and volunteers to provide for the facility resources necessary for large and
small meetings and events
Provide technical support and operate audio, video and computer systems

2. iCarWeekly, Colorado Springs, CO
Production Director 2012 – 2013
Managed production for two print magazines and one digital magazine
Created internet-based digital magazines using the Z-Mags platform, a digital publishing solution used by
top brands around the world. See zmags.com
Updated email templates with new art and wrote copy promoting each edition of the digital magazines
Integrated print design concepts with video and links to online resources
Responsible for all content selection and editorial production
Created original content through research, interviews, writing, photography and original art
Created logos and other branding material for various business ventures
Produced other graphic design projects as needed
Red Noland Auto Group, 990 Motor City Drive, Colorado Springs, CO
Photographer & Graphic Designer 2008 – 2012
Photographed vehicles and special events for dealer’s web site.
Produced advertising material in compliance with demanding manufacturer coop standards for newspaper,
direct mail and internet. Brands included Cadillac, Infiniti, Jaguar and Land Rover.
Wheel Deals, 1218 N. Academy Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO
Graphic Designer 2007 – 2008
Worked under high pressure with short deadlines to create effective advertising for local automotive
dealerships in a weekly auto shopper magazine
Supervised the production process
Interviewed and recommended hiring new graphic designers
The Gazette, 30 S. Prospect Street, Colorado Springs, CO
Senior Graphic Designer 1994 – 2007
Produced advertising, artwork, magazine covers, special sections, promotional material and mailings.
Worked with advertisers, sales representatives, and other departments to produce quality work on strict
deadlines.
Repaired or recreated electronic files from national clients and prepared them for printing.
Oversaw high-maintenance accounts by providing creative solutions and excellent customer service.
Won 16 design awards through The Gazette’s internal incentive contests.
Topeka Public Schools, USD 501, 624 SW 24th, Topeka, KS
Language Arts Teacher 1981 – 1994
Taught composition, literature, journalism, photography, yearbook, newspaper and other language arts
courses.
Supervised award-winning student publication staffs.
Mentored journalism and photography students to award-winning performances in region and state contests.
Worked with pregnant, parenting and at-risk students, enabling them to complete their high school education
through an alternative high school program.
EDUCATION
University of Kansas, Bachelor of Science in Education, 1980
Emphasis in Secondary Education, English, Journalism and Photojournalism