Scott Bennett
39 Oak Road,
MATCHAM NSW, 2250
Mobile Number: 0422 932 852
Home Number: (02) 4365 4801
scottieb_ @ hotmail.com

Tuesday, 6th December 2011

Job Identification: Graphic Designer
Fern Publishing Pty Ltd

Dear Employer,


I am writing to apply for your recently advertised position for a Graphic Designer.


Enclosed is my resume to provide you with an overview of my experience and training. I have experience and a solid commitment to this important customer service and design field.

My most recent position has provided me with experience and training.

I very much wish to build on my achievements and take on a position in the area of Graphic Design.

To assist me in this goal, I have recently completed a four-year course in Customer Service in the Graphic Design field.


As a result, I can offer you a combination of practical experience and up to date theoretical knowledge. Recently I was able to apply the knowledge from my college studies in a work situation.

I was responsible for layout, pre-press and the preparation of print files working closely with the senior editor, production staff and printers.


Past peers have recommended me for my high level of competency, attention to detail and commitment to excellence in the performance of my duties.

I am more than keen to train and increase my skills base and would be excited by an opportunity to do so.


As a potential member of your team you will find me to be;

Tertiary Qualifications in graphic Design

Creative and Imaginative

Understanding of Colour and form

Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Good Communication skills

Updating existing artwork to ensure it adheres to new brand guidelines

Creation of flyers, posters, brochures and any online and print graphics

Image retouching, conversion and deep etching of images

Pre-press and imposition of final artwork
Artwork for newsletters, vouchers, posted materials, labels etc.

Intermediate to advance in In Design, Illustrator, Photo shop

Experience in photo editing and retouching Knowledge of flyers, brochures, print & online advertisements and posters design

Team oriented

Flexible and approachable

Print knowledge


I would be very pleased to discuss my application further with you at your convenience.

Please contact me at the above address so that I can provide you with any additional information you may require.

Yours sincerely,

Scott Bennett.




Scott Bennett
39 Oak Road Matcham NSW 2250
Home 4365 4801 Mob 0422 932 852
Scottieb_ @ hotmail.com
Class C Licence and own vehicle

Graphic Design Portfolio including PDF files available at interview

Education

2005 – 2006 Diploma of Graphic Design
Hornsby TAFE

2004 Certificate IV In Graphic Foundation
Hunter Institute of Technology Hamilton

2003 Certificate III in Graphic Design
Hornsby TAFE

 Employment History

2011 - current Labourer Casual
Hutchings Building Co
Duties: General labouring duties

2010 Graphic Designer Casual
Bigcolour Artarmon
Duties: Working on PDF files
Creating art works
Problem solving
Working on machinery - pre press, icut, guillotine
General office duties
 
2008 – 2009 Labourer
Bennett’s Carpentry
Duties: Experience with a wide variety of power tools
Scheduled time with minimum wastage
Ensure all raw materials are carried out with Safety Control Checks
  
2009 Production Assistant and Finisher
On Demand Printing Solution Pty Ltd Chatswood
Duties: Setting up of PDF Files to produce orders
Printing and Laminating
Finishing and packaging of products
Checking order Numbers
Wrap, label and store excess stock
Production design including: - Layouts and concept designs
Experience with the Following equipment: - Guillotine, Pre-Press
I-cut, folding Machine and Binding equipment
 
2008 – 2009 Production Assistant and Finisher
Kwik Kopy Gosford
Duties: Customers service
Problem Solving / solution for Customers
Finishing and packaging of products for Clients or Customers
Checking order Numbers
Wrap, label and store excess stock
Production design including: - Layouts and concept designs
Experience with the Following equipment: - Guillotine, Pre-Press
I-cut, folding Machine and Binding equipment


2008 Digital Designer
Digital DM Milson Point
Duties: Scheduled time frames and with minimum wastage
Liaise with Owner/Production Manager and prioritise jobs for the day
Ensure raw materials, work in progress and finished products are traceable to work order numbers at all times
Carry out finishing control checks

Voluntary / Community Involvement
  
2007 Event Assistant / Coordinator and Junior Graphic Designer
Community Coast Chest Gosford
Duties:  Project by Project basis
Responsible for each charity
Overseeing Events 

Computer Skills /Skill Summary
 

Graphic Software Programs
Photoshop CS-CS5             
In-Design C2-CS5
Illustrator C2-C25
Font Book


General Software Programs
Microsoft Word  
Excel
Power Point
Publisher
DivX

Animation Software Programs

Adobe After-Effects           
Cinema 4D

Customer Services

Problem Solving / solution for customers
Clients / customers needs
Finishing and packaging of products for clients Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Good communication skills
Good marketing skills
Creative and imaginative assistance
 
Referees


Greg Seeto
Bigcolour
Artarmon
9966 9744

Chris Pliz
On Demand Printing Solutions Pty Ltd
Business Number: 1300 454 500
E-Mail: chrisp @ ondemandprintsolution.com.au

Andrew
Bennett’s Carpentry
Mobile Number: 04 23 63 48 24
E-Mail: bennettscarpentry @ hotmail.com

Annette and Mary
Central Coast Community Chest
Mobile Number: 0404 500 756
E-Mail: chrisp @ ondemandprintsolution.com.au