Resume

SHARIF HILL-DUNNING  

516-523-8895 | sharifhilldunning@gmail.com | sharifhill.myportfolio.com  | Freeport, NY

Education

Visual Communications: Art & Graphic Design
Farmingdale State College | Expected May 2025
GPA: 3.5 / 4.0
Dean's List Spring & Fall 2023 Dean's List Fall 2022
A.A.S. in Commercial Art
Nassau Community College | 09/2014 - 12/2019
GPA: 3.0 / 4.0

Work Experience

ExperienceFreelance Graphic Designer
Part-Time | Freeport, NY | 01/2018 - Current Create custom graphic designs for various clients, including logos, brochures, social media graphics, and websites.Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and deliver designs that meet their needs and expectations.Utilize Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) to develop and finalize design projects.Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to client specifications.Provide creative input and suggestions to enhance project outcomes.

Freelance Photographer
Part-Time | Freeport, NY | 01/2014 - Current Conduct street photography, model shoots, and event photography.Capture high-quality images that meet client requirements.Edit and retouch photos using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.Deliver final photos timely, ensuring client satisfaction.

Bindery Operator – Sir Speedy
Westbury, NY | 01/2021 - Current Operate and maintain bindery equipment (cutters, folders, binders) ensuring optimal performance.Execute precise cuts, folds, and collations to meet job specifications.Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.Collaborate with the printing team for seamless print and bindery coordination.Conduct quality checks to ensure defect-free finished products.Train new operators on equipment, job setup, and quality control.

Print and Marketing Associate – Staples
Freeport, NY | 05/2017 - 06/2021- Ensured quality control for all printed materials by reviewing designs and proofreading content.Prepared files for printing, including formatting documents and optimizing graphics.Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client needs and ensuring project specifications were met.Managed inventory of print supplies and equipment, maintaining proper stock levels.Troubleshot technical issues to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.

Club Member – Computer Graphics Club
Nassau Community College | 09/2014 - 12/2019 | Garden City, NY-
Participated in design critiques and art museum trips.Designed logos for various college clubs.

Achievements

Graphic Communications GCSF Scholarship Award 2023
Graphic Communications GCSF Scholarship Award 2024

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud
Adobe Lightroom
Content Creation
CSS3
Google Docs
Graphic Design
HTML
InDesign
Lightroom
Logo Design
Microsoft Office
Photoshop
Typography
Video Editing