Graphic Designer Lauren Miller, Design, Media & Architecture

LinkedIn.com/in/laurenmiller09 https://www.lmillerdesigns.com EDUCATION Quinnipiac University – School of Communications – Hamden, CT degree expected: May 2020 BA Graphic and Interactive Design, Marketing minor cumulative GPA: 3.86 Dean’s List Fall 2016 – Spring 2020 EXPERIENCE Designer – The Agency Spring ‘20 Quinnipiac School of Communications Student Run Interdisciplinary Creative Firm Hamden, CT • Produced professional work in multiple disciplined teams under the supervision of faculty • Worked with PAI Pharma on competitive research analysis and brand strategy • Worked with QU Podcast Studio on brand guidelines and social media content • Worked with QU SOC 20th Anniversary on website content and design Graphic Design Intern – Project Purple Summer ’19 – Fall ‘19 Seymour, CT • Designed and created social media posts, posters, lawn signs, flyers, handouts, brochures, apparel, backdrops, and starter kits for events and organization members • Designed the logo for a partnering organization, Precede Consortium • Helped with event preparation/clean up tasks and worked several events Waitress – PJ Whelihan’s Winter ’17 – Winter ‘18 Blue Bell, PA • Communicated with customers and coworkers to provide quality customer service/experience • Memorized details of menu, monthly specialty menu, and daily specials • Demonstrated skills of teamwork, multitasking, and time management Hostess – PJ Whelihan’s Summer ’17 Blue Bell, PA • Greeted and escorted guests to one of the five seating areas in the restaurant/pub • Answered phone calls and took/prepared takeout orders while handling money at the register • Collaborated with waitresses, bartenders, and managers with planning parties and private events Lead Graphic Designer – Cobra Innovative Technologies Summer ’17 – Fall ’17 Hamden, CT • Redesigned company website to improve user experience in design and efficiency • Mentored a graphic design intern by guiding her through her work assignments and teaching her new skills with design and Adobe software programs • Designed a website for a Turks and Caicos rental condo Graphic Design Intern – Cobra Innovative Technologies Spring ’17 – Summer ‘17 Hamden, CT • Exposed to a professional team and work environment • Created digital artwork for apps and social media accounts • Designed a new company logo ACTIVITIES NCAA Division I Volleyball Fall ’16 – Fall ‘19 Quinnipiac University’s Women’s Team • Position: Defensive Specialist/Libero/Outside Hitter • Balanced a demanding athletic schedule and a full course load • Learned useful skills such as time management, hard work, adaptability, discipline, and team work AWARDS MAAC All-Academic Team 2016 – 2020 GID Portfolio Award Spring 2020 SKILLS Proficient – Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Sublime Text, InVision Familiar with – Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition