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Steelcase

January 2012 - Present

Channel Development

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Steelcase

May 2011 - January 2012

Multimedia Services

A project management position requiring the planning, design and installation of technology throughout spaces within Steelcase Global Headquarters. I worked with internal customers to not only provide hardware and software solutions, but helped them interpret general ideas into something functional.

Byron Center Public Schools

May 2010 - May 2011

Technical Assistant

An IT position that required imaging, reparing, and purchasing of computers and computer components as well as other general technology items. I often worked with teacher and administrators to deploy new technology as well as maintain current technology.

Freelance Graphic Designer

April 2008 - May 2011

Channel Development

I worked directly with clients to create a fully customized websites and logos for small businesses. I learned to utilize various essential skills, including communicating with clients, marketing myself, meeting deadlines, and delivering a complete and final product. I developed personal skills ranging from planning, communication, and project documentation.

Graphic Designer

January 2008 - June 2008

Innovative Communications, Inc.

I acquired this position as a part of a school program that allowed students to work during school hours in order to acquire skills necessary in the workforce. In this position I helped design logos and websites as well as using Photoshop to edit images for use within the business. This was the beginning of my working life, and it was an experience that helped me initiate my growth as a professional.

My love of learning has lead me to acquire skills with a wide range of computer programs. I have great confidence in my ability to pick up things quickly, and I'm not afraid of having to learn new things. Below are programs that I feel very comfortable with.

Software

Photoshop Word Abelton Live 8
Illustrator Visio Sound Booth
Dreamweaver PowerPoint Garage Band
Premiere Pro Excel

Grand Valley State University

Spring 2011 - Present

General Business Major - GPA 3.6

I'm currently a junior at GVSU seeking a bachelor's degree in General Business.

Grand Rapids CC

2009 - 2011

GPA 3.79

In order to reduce the cost of going to a four year university, I attended GRCC for two years and acquired over 60 college credits.

Byron Center High School

2004 - 2008

Summa cum laude graduate - GPA 3.75

I attended four years of high school at BCHS, a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. I played on the soccer team every year, making Varsity my sophmore year. In my senior year, I made Academic All-Conference.