Designing IA for AI - Information Architecture Conference 2024
Expert Graphic Designer and IT Professional resume
1. Jason Davenport
jasonldavenport@gmail.com
2830 Kennedy Drive Home: (530) 671-4780
Yuba City, CA 95993 Cell: (530) 713-3781
Career Profile
An organized and customer oriented Graphic Designer and Sign Making professional with extensive
knowledge of Windows and Apple operating systems, and many programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe
Photoshop. In-depth knowledge of photography. Experience handling tight deadlines and solving complex
technical problems quickly. Years of knowledge in up-keeping computers, servers and website maintenance.
Possesses excellent leadership and communication skills with both customers and colleagues. Extremely quick to
learn anything I haven’t been exposed to.
Technical Knowledge
• Expertise in graphic and web programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver and FlexiSign.
• Preparing files for print, including large format.
• Expertise in office software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• In-depth knowledge of Windows and Apple operating systems.
• Designing and maintaining websites.
• Expertise in Apple software such as the iWork and iLife suites as well Aperture, experience in Final Cut
• Knowledge finding, diagnosing and correcting problems in both Microsoft and Apple operating systems.
• Experience in installation and maintenance network printers and other peripherals.
• Software installation, configuration, repair and troubleshooting
• Hardware installation, testing, cleaning, troubleshooting, repair and maintenance
• Email set up and Data Back-up Transfer
Professional Experience
Richard Evers and Son Signs 1993-Current
Sign maker / Graphic Designer - 18 years working in computer graphics with business signs.
• Worked with customers on design of their signs, logos, brochures, and business cards.
• Constructed signs.
• Designed signs and logos using Adobe Photoshop and FlexiSign and prepared files for print.
• Installed computers, programs and peripherals and kept them maintained.
Riverfront Kawasaki Suzuki 2000-2009
Sales Manager / Computer Technician / Website Manager - 6 years working with and fixing a server, computers and
peripherals.
• Designed and maintained the company website.
• Handled all aspects of advertising, including design.
• Ordered and maintained inventory in both vehicles and parts.
• Worked with customers at the retail level daily.
• Successfully maintained customer contacts.
• Installed computers, software and peripherals.
• Maintained the server, network connection and diagnosed and fixed issues.
• Designed and maintained the company website.
• Charged with opening and closing the business.
Education and Certifications
• 1 year of classes in Adobe Photoshop with subsequent 5 years daily use.
• 1.5 years of college classes in photography.
• CompTia A+ certified.