OBJECTIVE
To obtain an design position in an innovative, forward-thinking environment where I can contribute my thoughtful perspective, and compelling, conceptual solutions, while continuing to gain insight and knowledge.

INSTRUCTION
• Academy of Art University: Instructor of the Summer Art Experience class in the Graphic Design Department. Beginning June 2007.

EDUCATION
• San Francisco Center for the Book: San Francisco, California.
Letterpress Certification. Various other printing and book making classes.
• Academy of Art University, 2000-2004 San Francisco, California.
BFA Graphic Design
• College of Alameda, 2006 Alameda, California. Studies in merchandising and fashion.
• Cabrillo Junior College, 1999-2000 Aptos, California.
Studies in photography and fine art.
• Liceo Classico, 1998-1999 Rieti, Italy.
Studies in Italian language, Italian literature, Latin, Greek, & History.

AWARDS
• Academy of Art University, 12.2004 Academy of Art
Featured Alumni for achievements attained after completion of BFA Graphic Design Program.
• Chronicle Books, 12.2004 Chronicle Books
Awarded the Spring 2005 Fellowship

TECHNICAL SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite through CS2, FontLab 5, Fontographer 4, Mac OS through 10.4, Macromedia Studio through version 8, Extensis Suitcase 11, Extensis Portfolio 7, Filemaker Pro 7, Microsoft Office 2004

DIRECTION SKILLS SKILLS
Expereince in direction of photographers, models, production artists, digital artists, and graphic designers, and communication with publications and vendors.

PRODUCTION SKILLS
Press checks, preflight of files, creation of mechanicals, extensive comping skills, book arts and binding, model making, publishing skills.

EXPERIENCE
• Sarit Simayof & Simayof Jewelers, 2005.09-Current
Creative Director for the in-house design and marketing teams. Responsible for all branding, marketing, printed, and web materials. Responsible for re-branding of the company, creating and maintaining all brand standards, conceptual development of all design materials. Serve as the director of production manager, project manager, art director of photography and digital artists, and senior designer.

• Terrapass , 2007.03-On Going
Freelance Senior Designer, working on a multitude of projects including web and print materials.

• Body Wisdom , 2007.01–On Going
Web site and advertising development for group of certified healing massage artists.

• Five Angle , 2006-On Going
Identity exploration and development for an existing web hosting and speciality technology solutions company. Development of printed materials and marketing items.

• Orchidea Press, 2005-On Going
Development of my own letterpress company, specializing in invitation, announcement and special event design.

• Sports Car Club of America, 2000-On Going
San Francisco Region: Brand revitalization for a conservative volunteer organization of over 6,000 members. Developed print advertising for use in national media, and promotional materials.

• The Wheel, 2007.01–2007.05
Redesign of The Wheel publication, the only official publication of the San Francisco Region of the SCCA, a publication with nation distribution of approximately 5,000 club members and auto-sports enthusiasts.

• Cody Rasmussen, 2006.11–2006.12
Identity development for a wedding, and portrait photographer.

• Chronicle Books, 2005.09–2006.01
Freelance Designer. Completed the Legacy of the Puppy Deluxe Notecard Set.

• Tessera , 2005.08–2005.10
Freelance Designer.

• Cornyn + Partners, 2005.07–2005.09
Freelance Designer.

• Affiche Design , 2005.06–2005.09
Freelance Junior Designer.

• Chronicle Books, 2005.01–2005.06
Awarded the Spring 2005 Fellowship in the Gift Division. Completed projects for Pixar and The MET, as well as numerous other published works.

• Apple, Inc., 2003.12–2005.01
Mac specialist and Pro Print and Design Specialist at the Apple Store Baystreet, in Emeryville, CA.

• Provista , 2003
Branding development for an innovative, high-end landscaping company in Saratoga.

• Kids'n Cars , 2001
Corporate Identity and design development for a non-profit organization specializing in awareness and information design.