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Detroit, Mi, Us

Troy, Michigan

Warren, Michigan

- Build and maintain CG data sets2014 Town and Country, 2014-2015 Durango, 2015 Chrysler 200, and 2016 Fiat 500X, as well as other various models.- Supported all CG data necessary for launch and marketing campaign of 2015 Chrysler 200 which was ultimately used to create over 150 images in addition to outdoor boards, colorizers, web spins, and mobile app.- Overcame obstacles necessary for assembling the 2016 Fiat 500X which is an Italian based vehicle, such as language barriers, navigating CODEP, and contacting engineers.- Create Long Specs and Paper Car documents to identify parts, part numbers and sales codes pertaining to specific vehicle trim lines.- Download and export CG data from Teamcenter and NX.- Convert CAD nurb data to various tessellation settings using Right Hemisphere and Blue Box.- Clean B surfaces from Maya geometry to lighten file sizes.- UV map geometry allowing artists to apply appropriate textures.- Analyze CG data to ensure parts are tessellated to an adequate quality level.- Contact Chrysler engineers regarding requests, questions, and discrepancies.- Convert CG data to IGES files to support toy licensing which generates Chrysler revenue.- Work in a team environment to establish more efficient methods to streamline the data prep process.

Sterling Heights, Michigan

- Determined training objectives through consultation with technical writers, field personnel and interpretation of Performance Work Statements (PWS).- Visited production sites to view and gain technical understanding of the systems or equipment that is being illustrated.- Efficiently used technology to provide more intuitive visual learning aids.- Interpreted Technical Schematics, Data and Drawings to create line art used to develop training and technical manuals.- Designed both graphics and animation used in SPS Inc. website.- Developed multimedia (Graphics and Slides) to complete military style Programs of Instruction (POI) on Tactical and Non-Tactical equipment for use with Iraq.- Oversaw all aspects of general office coordination.- Developed and instructed Microsoft Word and PowerPoint training program for SPS employees.- Created and revised documents such as invoices, reports, memos, letters and financial statements using word processing, spreadsheet, database and/or other presentation software such as Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign or other programs.- Created corporate Newsletter.

- Manage commercial department, inventory, business to business contact, billing and receiving and sales visits.- Expand automotive related knowledge to help increase sales and advise customers.- Create print ads highlighting sales specials.

- Collaborate with Chrysler Engineers to create automotive diagrams for functionality analysis.- Create weld graphics that are used by Engineers, manufacturing facilities, and Dealer Technical Operations for Chrysler.- Worked with select design team to develop an efficient way of retrieving specific weld data that is utilized by Chrysler manufacturing facilities to perform weld assembly audits.- Train employees to interpret weld reports and apply information to create weld graphics.

Designed logo and layouts for business cards, letterhead, and envelopes.Photographed, edited photos, and created promotional brochures featuring pottery, available classes, and events.

Warren, Mi

- Managed sales department, customer service and managed inventory.- Provided automotive parts knowledge to customers to increase sales quotas.- Installed and tested a variety of auto parts to increase customer satisfaction.

Bfa, Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Fine Arts

Painting, sculpting, life drawing, pottery, graphic art, still life, mixed media, and general studies