Amanda Applegate's Journey

My portfolio

                           Position Objective:          Utilize my graphic imaging skills to the maximum potential, 
                                                                  specifically in the layout and design of a magazine. 

                           Experience:                     World travel 
                                                                  6 continents, 2005 to present 
                                                                  • Learn, appreciate and respect cultures abroad 

                                                                  Pioneer Press, Hollinger International, Graphic Imaging 
                                                                  Glenview, IL, 2003 to 2005 
                                                                   • 52 weekly newspapers, size based on ad space 
                                                                   • Strategically laid out ad and editorial space 
                                                                   • Met daily deadlines for sending papers to press 
                                                                   • Finalized ads and exported them into PDF format 
                                                                   • Produced a detailed manual for training purposes 

                                                                  Ann Taylor Loft, Assistant Manager 
                                                                  Lombard, IL, 2002 to 2003 
                                                                  • Created an inner office newsletter template 
                                                                  • Visual design and store set up 
                                                                  • Generated daily sales reports 
                                                                  • Delegated work while multi-tasking 
                                                                  • Followed instructions along with problem solving 
                                                                  • Delighted the client, teamwork, and motivated 

                                                                  Sara Wear Clothing, Catalog designer 
                                                                  Jackson Hole, WY, 2003 
                                                                  • Created an eye catching, one-off design style guide 

                                                                  Fairchild Publications, Women’s Wear Daily and 
                                                                  Home Furnishing News, Internship 
                                                                  New York, NY, 2001 to 2002 
                                                                  • Assisted with page design 
                                                                  • Photo shoots: prepared, worked on and wrapped up 
                                                                  • Scouted out locations for photo shoots 

                            Education:                      Colorado State University 
                                                                  Bachelor of Science Degree, 2002 
                                                                  • Major: Apparel and Merchandising 

                           Skills and Interest:            Computer skills 
                                                                  • QUARK Xpress, Layout 8000, Newsedit Pro 
                                                                  • Multi-ad, Pitstop 
                                                                  • Adobe Photo Shop, Illustrator, Paint Shop Pro 

                                                                  Interests 
                                                                  • Photography, creative design, travel and art

                           References:                     Available upon request

Contact me via email
amandamoney@yahoo.com