Rachel Shaver

Chicago, IL, USA
I'm a designer looking for a junior level position where I can contribute, collaborate, and learn.

Work Experience

Cushman & Wakefield

Marketing Coordinator

Designed marketing materials for the Chicago branch of a global commercial real estate firm. Created printed and digital materials including brochures, folders, trade show graphics, Powerpoint and iPad presentations, and e-marketing campaigns. Helped manage projects and ensure consistency across brand touchpoints.
September 2012 - Present Chicago, Illinois, United States

Simplicated Studio

Freelance Designer

Assisted with all aspects of the design process for a small studio: from audience research, information architecture, and site map construction to concepting, design, and production on a variety of web and print projects for clients in a range of industries from plastics to publishing.
October 2011 - Elgin, Illinois, United States

Creative Circle

Freelance Designer

Provided production design for communications firms on an as-needed basis. Revised book and brochure designs for education and hospitality clients as directed by account managers.
June 2012 - September 2012 Chicago, Illinois, United States

Numéro Publishing

Graphic Design Intern

Researched and launched project management, direct mail, and filesharing solutions, contributed to ideation of monthly themed magazine content, ideated and designed concepts for local restaurant and hotel communications, and assisted with general office work.
May 2010 - August 2010 Peoria, Illinois, United States

Rainbow Resources

Writer, Assistant

Wrote product descriptions for educational materials catalog, updated and organized spreadsheets, assisted with site search optimization, and performed general office work.
May 2010 - August 2010 Toulon, Illinois, United States

Exposure | Photostyle

Backup photographer, Assistant

Shot backup portrait photography on location and in studio; color corrected, processed and organized images; held sales meetings; processed and delivered orders; handled occasional customer service issues, and performed general administrative assistance.
June 2007 - May 2008 Peoria, Illinois, United States

AIGA Chicago

Member, Mentorship program participant, Volunteer

September 2010 - Chicago, Illinois, United States

AIGA Judson University Student Chapter

President

Helped establish the first active AIGA student chapter at Judson; planned events to increase professional knowledge and foster community among design students including critique nights, studio tours, and social events.
October 2011 - April 2012 Elgin, Illinois, United States

International Justice Mission Judson University Campus Chapter

President

Led meetings and planned events to raise awareness and funds to fight human trafficking and violent oppression. Helped raise over $3,000 through "No-Slave November," an annual campaign of my creation.
August 2009 - April 2011 Elgin, Illinois, United States

Education

Judson University

Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communications

August 2008 - April 2012 Elgin, Illinois, United States

Languages

French (Beginner),

Awards

Judson University School Of Art, Design, And Architecture

Dean's Leadership Award

2012

Judson University Department Of Art And Design

Leadership Award

2012

Lincoln Academy Of Illinois

Student Laureate

2011

Dunlap High School

Nicest Girl

2008

Skills

Basecamp, Page Layout, Adobe Creative Cloud, Branding, Customer Service, Digital Photography, Google Docs, People Skills, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Typography,

Additional Information

I'm a lover of books, music, weekends away, and baked goods. I've traveled extensively, which has shaped my view of the world and my place in it. I'm accepting, helpful, and always eager to learn and experience new things.