Graphic Designer & Photographer
Greater Los Angeles Area
- Current
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- Production Artist at John Paul Mitchell Systems
- Designer at Evade Media Group (Sole Proprietorship)
- Past
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- Designer at Amp'd Mobile
- Shift-Supervisor at Starbucks Coffee Company
- Owner/Designer at Emblem Graphics (Self-employed)
- Education
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- The Master's College
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Shay Thomason’s Summary
As a freelance designer, in-house designer, and a photographer I have learned what it takes to be successful in the art industry. I work hard to maintain a professional attitude with while being able to share my passionate personality with those around me. My heart is to always work hard and be known as a man of integrity.
- In house designer. Worked with web and print team to provide support in creating brand specific designs while maintaining our brand standards. Focus was on brand channels on the company website.
- Freelance designer. Worked with personal clients to maintain web sites, create marketing mailers, and support other designers in larger projects. Major work includes print postcard mailers and business cards.
- Photographer. Photograph events such as weddings, baby showers, engagements, and birthdays.
Shay Thomason’s Specialties:
Photoshop CS2 & CS3, Illustrator CS2 & CS3, InDesign CS2 & CS3, screen print production, film ouput, branding
Shay Thomason’s Experience
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Production Artist
John Paul Mitchell Systems
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Cosmetics industry)
April 2007 — Present (2 years 8 months)
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Designer
Evade Media Group (Sole Proprietorship)
(Sole Proprietorship; Myself Only; Graphic Design industry)
November 2006 — Present (3 years 1 month)
Freelance design and edit of advertising and marketing materials for both consumer and commercial use. Major client work has been for Foster Farms including a lenticular flip postcard and various employee sales appreciation projects.
Built and maintain a personal website and blog with various concepts and design. Performed graphic and web design for several bands including Dizmas (Sparrow Records). Created t-shirts, logos, stickers, CD artwork, and band identity. -
Designer
Amp'd Mobile
(Privately Held; 51-200 employees; Wireless industry)
October 2006 — November 2006 (2 months)
Responsible for the design of web banners of varying sizes and subject matter, which were placed both on the front and inner pages. Apart of the in-house design team, which worked closely with the creative director and marketing department to effectively communicate the Amp'd brand and enhance the experience of ampd.com. Actively involved with concept, design, and launch of each project.
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Shift-Supervisor
Starbucks Coffee Company
(Public Company; 10,001 or more employees; SBUX; Retail industry)
June 2002 — June 2006 (4 years 1 month)
Led team of 24 workers with responsibility for overall store management; provided initial and routine training; issued daily work assignments; opened and closed business; trusted with keys and codes to store safe; made daily cash deposits.
Excellent Leader Award (2004) and numerous Mug Awards for superior performance. -
Owner/Designer
Emblem Graphics (Self-employed)
(Self-Employed; 1-10 employees; Graphic Design industry)
September 2004 — December 2005 (1 year 4 months)
Founded personal marketing, design and printing business; major clients included: Coffee Kiosk, Mimi’s Café, T.A.C. Construction. Designed logos, decals, shirts, banners, signs, business cards and unique greeting cards for customer celebrations.
Shay Thomason’s Education
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The Master's College
Education , Christian Education and Youth Ministry , 2002 — 2005
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Shay Thomason’s Interests:
photography, guitar, social media, soccer, writing
Shay Thomason’s Groups:
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The Master's College
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