TODD POUSLEY
15 University Drive
Dunmore, PA 18512
(267) 614-2162
toddpousley@yahoo.com

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a position as a graphic designer that allows me to utilize my creativity in innovative ways while working in a collaborative environment that promotes high-quality, concept-driven design.

EDUCATION

B.F.A. in Graphic Design, Minor in Advertising, May 2007
Marywood University, Scranton, PA
- Recipient of full-tuition Presidential Scholarship, based on
- academic performance, leadership, and service.
- Recipient of St. Catherine Medal for extraordinary leadership
- and service.
- Recipient of Kelley Medal for Outstanding Service.
- Member of Delta Epsilon Sigma, national undergraduate
- scholastic honor society.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Graphic Designer, Sept. 2008 - present
Ideaworks Marketing and Design, Plymouth, PA
- Work independently on a variety of print-based projects under
- the direction of an Art Director and CCO.
- Produce professional-quality printed pieces under very tight
- deadlines and according to established graphic standards.
- Typical projects include logos, posters, magazines, and books.
- Supervise in-house digital printing and prepare files for
- outsourced print jobs.

Part-time Faculty , Aug. 2007 - present
Marywood University, Scranton, PA
- Instructor of introductory computer graphics course.
- Teach students the fundamentals of computer-aided visual
- design and basic operations in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop,
- InDesign, Flash and Dreamweaver.

Intern, May 2006 - March 2007
Eleven Moons, Scranton, PA
- Developed self-directed print projects from concept to finished
- product with minimal supervision.
- Led conceptual development of web sites, taking into account
- issues of usability.

Pro-Bono Designer, March 2006 - Dec. 2006
United Way of Lackawanna County, Scranton, PA
- Produced cost-effective brochure, calendar, and pamphlet.

Layout Editor, Spring 2005 - Spring 2007
The Wood Word, Marywood University’s student newspaper
- Oversaw layout of 20-page newspaper, released monthly, in
- addition to design of 2-3 advertisements per issue based on
- client specifications.
- Initiated and spearheaded complete layout redesign.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Completed courses in computer graphics, typography,
- packaging design, photography, and advertising.
- Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXPress, and
- Acrobat.
- Knowledgeable in Flash and Dreamweaver, as well as
- Microsoft Office.
- Basic understanding of the digital printing process.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

- NEPA AdClub, Member, Oct. 2006 – present
- AIGA New York, Member, Nov. 2005 – present

AWARDS AND EXHIBITIONS

- Edward Gayeski Medal for Excellence in Design, May 2007
- Senior exhibition, Mahady Gallery, Marywood University,
- Scranton, PA, March 31 - April 22, 2007
- Student exhibition, Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport,
- Dec. - May 2006
- One Judges’ Choice, three Gold, and three Silver ADDYs from
- the NEPA AdClub, Feb. 2005 - Feb. 2007

ACTIVITIES

- Habitat for Humanity of Lackawanna County, President,
- Jan. 2007 - present, Board Member, Sept. 2005 - Jan. 2007,

REFERENCES

Available upon request.