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Donald Brown

Donald Brown

Philadelphia, PA, US

 

About 

With a degree in the graphic design communication, Donald Brown has over a year of experience as a design intern and freelance graphic designer for print and web. He interned at Resources for Human Development in 2011, taking a leading role in the design of the organization's marketing collateral and graphic needs. Donald spearheaded the design of program logos, newspaper advertisements, in-house and commercial marketing material, and website graphics. He also was trusted with pre-press responsibilities and large scale print jobs which was a testament to his reputation of reliability earned during his tenure. His jovial personality helped form lasting relationships within the organization, and will help fuel positive vibes within the work environment. Donald started working as a freelance designer for Your A.O.K. and RCPAC, two upstarting non profits, in 2012. He uses his skill and creativity to brand and market each program and bring their ideas from pencil to pixel to print form. Donald is highly knowledgeable in Adobe Creative Suite, but also brings a unique skill as a seasoned illustrator. Additional skills in typography, environmental design, photography and photo manipulation makes Donald a valuable addition to any creative department.


 

Employment 

Don Brown Design (Self-Employed), Philadelphia, PA, US, Freelance Graphic Designer

Started own graphic design business providing design services to a wide variety of clients. Services include branding, corporate identity, print design, package design, photography, web design and illustration. Previous work include corporate identity designs for small businesses, photographing events, and illustrations for a local band’s website.

Jun 2011 - current
 

RHD (Resources for Human Development), Philadelphia, PA, US, Graphic Design Intern

Hired as a summer intern to work within the marketing department developing logos, publications,
advertisements and other marketing collateral. Executed and presented design decisions daily to the
Director of Marketing. Examples include branding for a drug & alcohol rehabilitation center called the
Morris House, an icon system for office building utilities, and advertisements that appeared in the local newspaper One Step Away. Earned a second internship for the fall based on performance.

Jun 2011 - Jan 2012
 

Education 

Philadelphia University, Philadelphia, PA, US, Bachelors, Graphic Design Communication

Studied graphic design communication coupled with photography, package design, exhibit design, illustration and web design electives.

Aug 2007 - May 2012
 

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