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