Sara Sagola-Bennett
Decatur, IL (E) ssb@sbprints.com

SUMMARY

·     Experienced with graphic design and layout concepts for publications on Macintosh & PC Platforms.

·     Knowledgeable with print preparation and production as well as evaluating prints for reproduction.

·     Experienced with web site design, layout and implementation.

·     Skilled in composition, manipulation and restoration of photographs.

·     Work with clients collaboratively to realize their goals.

SKILLS

·     Desktop Publishing-QuarkXPress and Adobe InDesign

·     Graphic/Web Design Software-Photoshop, Illustrator, ImageReady, Dreamweaver, FrontPage

·     Photography- Digital Image alterations & restoration, B&W developing, macro photography

·     Video Editing-Nero 7 Ultra

·     Computer Support & Repair- Great problem solving skills Win OS, printers, software & peripherals

·     Figuring out how to use new software, hardware, Cell phones, PDA, IPODS etcetera

SELECTED WORK EXPERIENCE

Herald & Review-Paginator/Artist

09/05 – 10/06

·     Pagination of classified sections of the papers

·     Created advertisements for the paper and magazines

·     Worked with QuarkXpress, Adobe Photoshop, Advision/Alps

United Country Real Estate-Graphic Artist

06/99 – 09/05

·     Scanned and fixed photos of properties

·     Created layout for full color and B&W magazines/catalogs

·     Designed websites for realtors and specific properties

·     Worked with Adobe Photoshop, QuarkXpress, and FrontPage Editor

Sagola-Bennett Prints-Web Designer/Graphic Artist

01/00 - Present

·     Design websites and layout for clients (non-profit & commercial)

·     Create logos, business cards, flyers, brochures, posters, newsletters and photo restoration

·     DVD video and sound editing and compilation

·     Use Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, Frontpage Editor, Dreamweaver, and Nero

Prairie Star Promotions-Freelance Artist

08/99 – 12/99

·     Designed Logos for Fraternities and Sororities

·     Created artwork for silk screens, hats & T-shirts

·     Worked with Adobe Streamline, Illustrator, and Photoshop

Sinco Ad-Craft Maximum Promotions-Production Assistant

04/95 – 11/95

·     Assisted on installs of Vinyl Signs of various sizes and shapes

·     Created and cleaned up artwork for signs

EDUCATION                                                                                                                             

·    Associates Degree in Applied Science, Graphic Design, Penn Community College, 1994.

·   Associates Degree in Art, Longview Community College, 1995.

·   Certificate, Art, Graphic Illustrator Specialist, United States Army School, 1986.

Portfolio                                                                                                                              

·   To view my portfolio of work please visit my website at www.sbprints.com