Devon Hosford
Motion Graphics Designer
Atlanta, GA, USADevon Hosford is an ambitious Motion Graphics Designer currently based in Atlanta, GA. Devon graduated in June 2014 from the Savannah College of Art & Design with a Bachelor's of Fine Arts Degree in Motion Media Design.
Before college, Devon was fortunate enough to have attended a high school that was a part of the National Academy Foundation, where she received the first 4 of her 6 years in Graphic and Web Design in the Academy of Information Technology. Devon went on to become a 3-time State Championship Winner for Web Design, and went on to compete on the national level earning her rank as one of the Top 15 Web Designers in the country.
Over the years Devon was a creative leader in many programs and organizations holding positions such as President, Editor in Chief, and Secretary. Devon was also asked to be a keynote speaker at the NAF 2010 Leadership Conference, speaking to an audience of over 2,500 guests about her experiences and successes in her studies.
Since then, Devon has designed and animated for companies and brands such as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Nick@Nite, Adult Swim, McDonald's, Georgia Pacific, Adobe Systems Inc. and the Walt Disney Company.
It is with these life lessons and experiences that Devon embraces the challenging and ever present world of Motion Graphics.
Before college, Devon was fortunate enough to have attended a high school that was a part of the National Academy Foundation, where she received the first 4 of her 6 years in Graphic and Web Design in the Academy of Information Technology. Devon went on to become a 3-time State Championship Winner for Web Design, and went on to compete on the national level earning her rank as one of the Top 15 Web Designers in the country.
Over the years Devon was a creative leader in many programs and organizations holding positions such as President, Editor in Chief, and Secretary. Devon was also asked to be a keynote speaker at the NAF 2010 Leadership Conference, speaking to an audience of over 2,500 guests about her experiences and successes in her studies.
Since then, Devon has designed and animated for companies and brands such as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., Nick@Nite, Adult Swim, McDonald's, Georgia Pacific, Adobe Systems Inc. and the Walt Disney Company.
It is with these life lessons and experiences that Devon embraces the challenging and ever present world of Motion Graphics.
Work Experience
Awesome Incorporated
Production & Design Assistant
As a Production & Design Assistant at Awesome Incorporated, I designed and animated commercials for broadcast networks such as Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon and Adult Swim
In addition to design and animation, I assist with production tasks on 3 television series for Adult Swim.
I also assist with day-to-day office operations for Awesome Incorporated and it's sister company: Bluetube Productions.
In addition to design and animation, I assist with production tasks on 3 television series for Adult Swim.
I also assist with day-to-day office operations for Awesome Incorporated and it's sister company: Bluetube Productions.
June 2014
- October 2015
Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Adobe
Film maker / Motion Graphics Intern
As a Film maker / Motion Graphics Intern for Adobe Systems Inc, I worked within the Imagination Lab to help develop rapid prototyping solutions for their conceptual research projects. Some of my tasks included working on large scale projects that included producing, directing, and filming short films, as well as post-production work including compositing and animating prototype software.
June 2013
- June 2014
San Jose, California, United States
The Walt Disney Company
Creative Services Multimedia Design Professional Intern
As a Creative Services Professional Intern for the Walt Disney Company, I have contributed to the Creative Services Team my skills in both Web Design / Development, as well as Motion Graphics. Assisting in both corporate and guest-facing design challenges, I create web interfaces for corporate needs as well as create motion graphics animations for digital signs used throughout the Walt Disney World Resort area, communicating daily to thousands of guests.
January 2013
- June 2013
Orlando, Florida, United States
Adobe
Digital Media / Creative Intern
As a Digital Media / Community Help & Learning Intern with Adobe Systems Inc., I exercised my key expertise with Adobe programs including Adobe Dreamweaver, Adobe Edge, Adobe Flash, as well as the Creative Cloud while answering questions and providing learning content to Adobe Customers within Adobe's Community Help, which is an integrated online environment for instruction, inspiration, and support.
I also assisted in creating video tutorials, artwork, animations, and design samples. In addition to these roles, I exercised other key roles in social media, blogging, and forums, as well as writing and communication skills. Additionally, I worked with other interns as a social chair helping to organize and lead social / networking events and opportunities.
At the end of the internship, I was asked to continue my work as a part-time designer for Adobe Systems Inc.
I also assisted in creating video tutorials, artwork, animations, and design samples. In addition to these roles, I exercised other key roles in social media, blogging, and forums, as well as writing and communication skills. Additionally, I worked with other interns as a social chair helping to organize and lead social / networking events and opportunities.
At the end of the internship, I was asked to continue my work as a part-time designer for Adobe Systems Inc.
June 2012
- May 2013
San Jose, California, United States
Codegrail LLC
Creative Web/Graphic/Motion Design Intern
As a designer for Codegrail LLC, I assisted in interface design, branding, product consulting, and end-user analysis. I created web design templates and graphical logos/icons for the company's use throughout their product development stage.
June 2011
- August 2011
Savannah, Georgia, United States
Federal Aviation Administration
Information Technology Intern
As an Office Clerk at the William J. Hughes Federal Aviation Administration Technical Center, I carried out many tasks mostly pertaining to Information Technology, such as Technical Support throughout the Office, Archiving and Database Management, as well as assisting on large, company-wide projects.
June 2009
- August 2009
Pomona, New Jersey, United States
Freelance
Freelance Digital Designer for Web, Graphic, and Motion Design
I am available for freelancing opportunities and am constantly eager to find a new challenge/learning opportunity. Please visit my portfolio website to see that my design aesthetic and talents can turn your artistic vision into a reality!
March 2009
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Mays Landing, New Jersey, United States
Education
The Atlantic County Institute Of Technology
High School Diploma, Academy of Information Technology
Grade: 3.4/4.0
Asked to represent school and region through the National Academy Foundation at the Waldorf Astoria Benefit Concert (2010)
Keynote Speaker for the National Academy Leadership Conference in Philadelphia (2010)
AOIT Web Design Award
Service to the School Community Service Award
ACIT Scholarship Recipient
Activities and Societies: Skills USA, Student Council, Ski and Snowboard Club, Yearbook Club, Technology Student Association, FAA Intern, NJIT Competitor
Asked to represent school and region through the National Academy Foundation at the Waldorf Astoria Benefit Concert (2010)
Keynote Speaker for the National Academy Leadership Conference in Philadelphia (2010)
AOIT Web Design Award
Service to the School Community Service Award
ACIT Scholarship Recipient
Activities and Societies: Skills USA, Student Council, Ski and Snowboard Club, Yearbook Club, Technology Student Association, FAA Intern, NJIT Competitor
September 2006
- June 2010
Mays Landing, New Jersey, United States
Savannah College Of Art And Design (SCAD)
BFA, Motion Media Design
Academic Scholarship Recipient
Artistic Scholarship Recipient
Jayne Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Treasurer of MOME Love Club 2012 - Present
Activities and Societies: MOME Love Club
Queers & Allies Association
Artistic Scholarship Recipient
Jayne Memorial Scholarship Recipient
Treasurer of MOME Love Club 2012 - Present
Activities and Societies: MOME Love Club
Queers & Allies Association
September 2010
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Savannah, Georgia, United States
Languages
English (Native),
Awards
Skills
Adobe After Effects,
Adobe Dreamweaver,
Adobe Edge,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe Photoshop,
Apple IWork,
CSS,
HTML,
HTML5,
JavaScript,
JavaScript (jQuery),
Microsoft Office Suite,
PHP,
XHTML,
Certifications and Memberships
Memberships:
National Technical Honor Society - Member
NJ Clean Communities - Volunteer/Honoree/Member
Certifications:
IC3 Certified 2007
NOCTI Certified 2010
Panasonic HPX Certification Workshop 2012
National Technical Honor Society - Member
NJ Clean Communities - Volunteer/Honoree/Member
Certifications:
IC3 Certified 2007
NOCTI Certified 2010
Panasonic HPX Certification Workshop 2012