Resumé
ANNETTE DWYER
Telephone: (206) 938-5719
E-mail: katzdwyer@gmail.com
www.katzdwyer.net
I’ve worked with Annette Dwyer for a few years at the Banana Pages in West Seattle. I sure appreciated her work ethic and knowledge of teamwork. When Annette was given a challenge, she could accomplish the task that was expected of her. Annette always had a great attitude and accepted and finished tasks asked of her.
I think Annette would be a good asset to any company. She also has a great and positive attitude when working with others.
Annette would be a great person to add to any company. I would consider her again if the option were available.
Sincerely,
Christine Costan
Art Director, The Banana Pages
• Experience in artistic, customer-oriented, production-centered field, with a strong background in computerized graphic design, specialized printed materials and environments requiring excellent interpersonal skills and task accomplishment.
• Broad experience in providing disciplined artistic skills and attention to detail, fulfilling needs and requirements, striving toward high quality within budget and job limitations.
• High-level command of PC and Macintosh computer systems and graphic software, focusing on organization and prioritization, an ethical and work-oriented approach, and achieving customer satisfaction within company requirements.
AREAS OF EXPERIENCE
| Desktop Publishing | Computer (PC & Macintosh) | PHP/MySql | ||||||
| Graphic Design | PageMaker 6.5 | ASP.Net | ||||||
| Print Design | Adobe Creative Suite 3 Design Premium | Customer Relations/Satisfaction | ||||||
| Web Design | MS Word | Editing/Proofing | ||||||
| Typography | Power Point | Problem Solving | ||||||
| Layout | XHTML/HTML | Job Organization | ||||||
| Film Preparation (computer) | CSS |
EXPERIENCE
Customer Service Representative (CSR), Corona Decor Company, Seattle, Washington
• Prepared customer orders for shipping
• Packaged and ship orders by UPS, Fed Ex, or private shipping companies
• Prepared daily invoicing, mailing and filing
• Sales representative, Seattle Gift Shows and showroom sales representative
• Made wall plaques, tassels and covered buttons
Customer Service Representative (CSR), Adams News, Seattle, Washington
• Merchandised magazines and books for outlets of major retailers, including Sea-Tac International Airport
• Keeping inventory and ordering magazines and books as needed
• Setting up window and table displays as necessary merchandising
• Communicating with store managers, receiving clerks and sales personnel regarding merchandise placement and return policies
• Had full responsibilities for displays containing from 300 to 3,000 periodical and paperback titles
Assistant Art Director, The Banana Pages, Seattle, Washington
• Serving in support role at two state producer of neighborhood telephone directories
• Duties including designing and photographing advertisements
• Writing/designing page fillers
• Daily paste-up of 100+ pages
• Color separations
• Blue-line proofing and approval
• Verifying directory entries
• Interfacing with company sales people on customer requirements and outside printing personnel on production problems
• Handling art director duties in director’s absence
Graphic Artist, American Speedy Printing, Renton, Washington
• Production artist for small printing job shop
• Specializing in flyers, brochures, business cards and similar printed materials for businesses and individuals
• Produced camera-ready artwork
• Communicating with customers on needs
Production Assistant, Data Type and Graphics, Seattle, Washington
• Contract - Freelance - Temp
• Assisted new owner in various tasks associated with company move
• Project involved computer graphic design, desktop publishing, and prepress operations
• Downloaded customer databases
Production Assistant, Marine Digest, Seattle, Washington
• Provided paste-up, typesetting and camera skills for leading weekly Pacific Coast maritime shipping publication
• Trained production new hires
• Carried out various office duties
NON-PROFIT VOLUNTEER
• Seattle Genealogical Society, Seattle, Washington
• Positions Held: President, Director of Publications and Editor
• Board Member for 1900-member family-history organization
• Provided varied volunteer duties and filing leading administrative positions
PORTFOLIO - WEBSITE
http://www.katzdwyer.net
EDUCATION
Seattle Central Community College - IT/Web Design (Deans List)
South Seattle Community College - IT/Web Design (Deans List)
Burnley School of Professional Art - Professional Diploma
HONORS AND AWARDS
Phi Theta Kappa, International Honor Society of the Two Year College (Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter)
Honorary Life Member Seattle Genealogical Society