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I’m Andi. I live and work in the Washington, DC area and design has always been my passion.

All aspects of design influence my work. My background as an interior designer has given me a strong attention to detail, which strengthens my work in graphic design. Clutter on the page is my mortal enemy, less is always more in my world.

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EDUCATION

Boston University
Center for Digital and Imaging Arts

Washington, DC

Certificate of Graphic and Web Design,
August 2010

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA

BFA Interior Design, May 2007

COMPUTER SKILLS

Adobe CS4 (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator); HTML; CSS; Vectorworks; ArchiCAD; 20/20; AutoCAD; Microsoft Office

EXPERIENCE

Self Employed Current

Produce various print materials for local clients, ranging from interior design showrooms to local advertising firms.

RTCRM Washington, DC 2010

Freelance Associate Art Director Gained experience through collaboration with senior level art directors and copy writers in the marketing field. Participated in campaigns throughout the concept, design and execution phases. Learned from the marketing intelligence department how relations marketing affects the consumer. Developed concepts and designs for interactive tools to be implemented on clients’ websites.

Reel Lives 2010

Lead Designer, CDIA Practicum Project Led the group project in creating the identity and website design of an upstart non-profit in New York City. Worked closely with the client and performed usability testing in order to determine what would best suit his needs to reach the public. Provided art direction for the photographer to ensure the images fit the emotionally evocative look to encourage maximum funding.

Boffi Studio DC Washington, DC 2009-2010

Design/Sales Designed custom high end Italian kitchens and baths, while establishing relationships with architects, designers and homeowners. Incorporated the contemporary Boffi line into structures ranging from 19th century row houses to new construction projects. Designed marketing materials including online and print advertising, and direct mail pieces.

Jesse McLean, VA 2008-09

Design/Sales Traveled to Italy to work alongside Italian designers on the design and styling of the furniture manufacturer’s flagship retail showroom. Worked directly with clients to assist in selection of products to fit their particular needs. Produced a wide range of print and web graphics for local marketing. Organized events for upwards of 300 people; including managing invite lists, working with caterers and styling the showroom for the particular theme.

Mid South Building Supply Company Springfield, VA 2007-08

Kitchen and Bath Designer Drafted kitchen layouts according to parameters given for specific projects. Compiled bid documents with drawings and pricing for local and national builders.

Blue Ridge Design Studio Harrisonburg, VA 2007

Intern Assisted in architectural, interior and landscape design while gaining advanced knowledge in computer modeling. Created graphics and hand drawings to supplement the architects’ presentations. Measured and documented site specifications for renovations of local churches, universities and private homes.

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