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                                                CHRISTOPHER DOUGHERTY
                                 58 Mountain Avenue North Plainfield, New Jersey 07060
                                             908-334-0801. antihero40@aol.com
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   OBJECTIVE
        To obtain challenging position with growth potential utilizing
        academic preparation and developing experience in graphic
        design, motion graphic design, and special effects.

   SKILLS
        -Creative with strong communications, client relations,
         organizational, and problem solving skills.
        -Capable of handling multiple assignments, working well in
        demanding environments, and meeting deadlines.
        -Computer proficiency skills: Windows 98, XP, Mac OS9, Adobe
        Photoshop CS, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe After Effects 6.0,
        Final Cut Pro, Adobe Image Ready 7.0, Adobe Illustrator,
        Painter 9, Maya 5.0, Microsoft FrontPage, currently learning Flash.

   EDUCATION
     William Paterson University, Wayne, NJ
        Bachelor of Arts Degree in Graphic Design (May 2004)
        Honors: Phillips Van Heusen Scholarship
        Employed while attending school to pay for educational expenses.

     Related Courses:
        Motion Graphics                    Animation
        Video Production                  Computer Art
        3D Modeling                         Drawing/Painting

     Raritan Valley Community College, North Branch, NJ
        Associate's Degree in Commercial Arts (December 2001)
        Related Courses: Art and Graphic Design
   RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
     Wine Country , North Plainfield Website (06/05-current)
         -Researched and organized images for products on the website.
         -Prepared images using Adobe Photoshop CS and Image Ready CS.
         -Uploaded prepared images and text onto website.

     Everly Originals (06/05-current)
        -Organized multiple images into a final composition, correcting color
        and layer adjustments, using Photoshop CS.

     Peter Karp, The Total Picture Company (05/04-11/04)
        -Direct project experience in editing, motion graphics design,
        special effects, and text placement for short documentary film
        on animal abuse.

   OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
     Wine Country Liquor City, North Plainfield and Clifton, NJ
        (11/01-current) Night Manager
        -Oversaw all store operations, customer service, sales, and
         staffing activities.
        -Handled cash and credit, stocked shelves, maintained inventory,
        and set up merchandising displays.
        -Opened and closed store and maintained store standards.
        -Trained, supervised, evaluated, and scheduled employees.

                                                References Available Upon Request

 

 

Dear Sir or Madam,

 I am very interested in a position with your organization.  Enclosed please find my resume for your review.

 I have earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design from William Paterson University.  My coursework included Graphic Design, Video Production, Motion Graphics, 3D Modeling, Animation, Computer Art, Drawing, and Painting.  In addition, I have worked on several projects that involved filming, editing, producing text graphics, and special effects.

 While attending school, I was also employed in responsible retail management and hospitality positions to pay for my educational expenses.  But, I am now eager to utilize my training, skills, and experience in a challenging, career related position.

 I am confident my technical and people skills will allow me make a contribution to your department and I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my qualifications in detail.  Please contact me at the address or numbers listed above.

 Thank you for your time and consideration.  I look forward to hearing from you.

 Sincerely,

 

Christopher Dougherty

 Enc.
 

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