Tayler Cocuzza
Designer, Photographer
Knoxville, TN, USA
865-686-2000
be.net/cocuzza
Work Experience
Bailey's Sports Grill
Designer
I designed an ad for Bailey's Sports Grill's Halloween Bash which appeared in the local newspapers.
October 2012
- October 2012
Johnson City, Tennessee, United States
Modern Cine
Designer
I created designs for the prop department for this film studio. I was under the direction of the head of the prop department, Frank Gray III. I produced packaging and print materials that were used as props in the film. Deadlines and attention to detail were especially important for this project.
March 2012
- April 2012
Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Jay Eric
Designer
Jay Eric is a performer in Knoxville. He sings with several band and has a solo singing career. Mr. Eric hired me to design promotional posters for his shows and to photograph his events. I also designed his business cards and his branding identity.
April 2012
- May 2012
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
R.E. Smith Photpgraphy
Photographer
Ralph Smith of R.E. Smith Photography obtained me as a freelance photographer for the Knoxville Classic Bodybuilding Competition. For this job I took photos of the performers while on stage, after which I edited the images and delivered them by deadline. This event is annual and I shoot it every year with R.E. Photography.
August 2011
- August 2012
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Larry B. Newman Printing Company
Graphic Designer
Here I designed custom projects for clients adhering to their vision. Clients and I were in constant communication to make sure their vision was realized and done within their time frame. I was given and obtained full responsibility of their projects. I was also given the opportunity of producing my designs.
June 2011
- October 2011
Tennessee, United States
All Green Landscaping
Graphic Designer
All Green Landscaping Inc. enlisted me for their web based materials. These included their website banners and ads, as well as, their newsletter and email layouts. I also had to make sure the materials organized and setup for use on the website they had built.
February 2010
- March 2010
North Carolina, United States
Marc Taylor Creative
Graphic Designer (Internship)
Marc Taylor Creative is a local design company. My responsibilities included working under the instruction of Mr. Taylor developing my skill set and abilities while gaining industry knowledge. Actualizing solutions with aesthetic appeal, and presenting them for Mr. Taylor for approval by the deadline.
January 2011
- February 2011
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Twisted Hillbilly Magazine
Photographer
Twisted Hillbilly Magazine is a online magazine that covers the performances in large venues which include the Valarium and Civic Coliseum. I created extra-ordinary images that personify the performances that we capture. After which I edited the images, which have to be web friendly and delivered them to the editor by the deadline.
March 2010
- December 2010
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Mercury Engraving
Designer, Engraving
I was hired for seasonal help during the holidays and other times of year when their workflow becomes heavy
October 2015
- December 2015
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Education
Pellissippi State
A.A.S.
I have a A.A.S. with concentrations in Graphic Design and Photography.
August 2007
- May 2011
Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
Languages
English (Native),
Spanish (Beginner),
Skills
Adobe Dreamweaver CS5,
Adobe Illustrator,
Adobe InDesign CS5,
Adobe Photoshop,
Adobe Fireworks CS5,