Laura Kowalski

Past

• Illustrator at Professional Communication Services, Inc.
• Graphic Designer at Florida State University
• Peer Advisor and Tour Guide at Florida State University

• Cast Member at Walt Disney World
• Intern at IDEA, Inc.

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Education

• Florida State University

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Connections

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Industry

Graphic Design

Websites

• My Company
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Laura Kowalski’s Summary

An experienced graphic designer through my affiliation with the Oglesby Union Marketing Department at Florida State University with a degree in Studio Art and a Communications minor. My expertise lies in my ability to work well with clients and others, my knowledge in the required computer programs within the graphic design field, and developing creative strategies and insight to any objective.
Some key experiences that enhance my abilities include:
• Member of an award winning graphic design team at Oglesby Union, I successfully designed and co-designed multiple promotional items for Florida State University.
• Intern at IDEA, Inc. and was a part of the research and development of themed international resorts.
• Illustrator and cover designer for a book on Asperger Syndrome.

Laura Kowalski’s Specialties:

Proficient in Microsoft Word/ Excel/PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator/InDesign/Photoshop, and Final Cut Pro, very strong people skills, fast learner.

Laura Kowalski’s Experience

• Illustrator

  Professional Communication Services, Inc.

  (Higher Education industry)

  June 2009 — January 2010 (8 months)

  Designed and illustrated an upcoming national book on Asperger Syndrome.

• Graphic Designer

  Florida State University

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  August 2008 — December 2009 (1 year 5 months)

  Working as a team member for the Oglesby Union Marketing Department at FSU. We research, design, and create promotional items, campaigns, and various projects for the University.

• Peer Advisor and Tour Guide

  Florida State University

  (Educational Institution; Higher Education industry)

  February 2008 — May 2008 (4 months)

  Worked directly under the Art Advisor for FSU. Assisted with graduation checks for students as well as gave informational tours through the Art Department for incoming students and parents.

• Cast Member

  Walt Disney World

  (Public Company; DIS; Entertainment industry)

  June 2007 — May 2008 (1 year )

  Handled money transactions, stocked stores, and provided top notch customer service.

• Intern

  IDEA, Inc.

  (Design industry)

  May 2006 — August 2006 (4 months)

  Assisted Graphic Designers in project research and development for international themed resort concept designs.

Laura Kowalski’s Education

• Florida State University

  BS , Studio Art, Communications , 2005 — 2009

  Activities and Societies:

  Sigma Delta Tau, Sigma Delta Tau Art director 2006-2009, Phi Sigma Theta Honor Society, Sigma Alpha Lamba Honor Society, Art Students League

Additional Information

Laura Kowalski’s Websites:

• My Company
• My Company

Laura Kowalski’s Interests:

Painting, drawing, boating, traveling, meeting new people

Laura Kowalski’s Groups:

•    FSU Alumni and Students
•    Florida State University (FSU) Alumni
•    Sigma Delta Tau Sorority

Laura Kowalski’s Honors:

Deans List, Florida State University National Panhellenic Design Competition (1st place 2006, 1st place 2007, 3rd place 2008), chART magazine art piece applicant (1st place 2007), Outstanding Art Student Award 2005

Laura Kowalski’s Contact Settings

Interested In:

• career opportunities
• consulting offers
• new ventures
• job inquiries
• expertise requests
• business deals
• reference requests
• getting back in touch