Shawn Trent

Technology, Higher Education — Technical; Graphic Design

February 2013 to Present

Education Support Professional — Technology, Education Assistant

June 2011 to September 2011

Education — Technology, Wireless and Web Applications, Visual in Teaching and Learning
Advanced technical knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft and web programs and applications.
• Provide service in wireless technology computer fundamentals, software and web applications, and social networking in Higher Education
• Responsible for maintaining networking connections in wireless and browser configuration settings
• Professional Development in Teaching: Art for Children, Children’s Literature, Teaching Foundations, Teaching Technology, Tutoring, e-Learning devices and interactive academic activity, e-Learning applications, digital design learning modules and presentations
- Applying technology and the web for effective instruction, promoting alternative learning, individualized instruction and independent learning, integrating academic databases and publications
- Ability in ouput and emerging devices, traditional and digital audio visuals in teaching and learning, training and presentations
- Extends efficiency of task completion through additional research and analytical skills, preparation using Audio Visual technology, broadcasts and software or web applications
- Volunteer in visual arts, programs of exploration in art, reading, nature, and integrated web activities
- Library volunteer in computer lab, book preparation, shelving, and children’s story arts programs
- Teaching experience and Education Support Professional in Grades K-1st, Middle (7th), High School substitute teacher, Swim lesson instructor, volunteer and child care of preschool age children
- Responsible Education Assistant, Teacher K-12 and Higher Education educator certifications

Information Technology and Services — Application Software, Web Technology

Advanced technical knowledge of Adobe and Microsoft software and web programs and applications:
• Adobe Design Creative Suites, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Acrobat, Captivate
• Microsoft Office, Microsoft for Educators, Power Point, Excel, Outlook
• HTML, CSS (Wordpress, Google, learning module software)
- Responsible to troubleshoot and resolve hardware and/or software problems
- Demonstrates excellent project management and organizational skills to meet objectives
- Supports the departments priorities and goals through efficient job management
- Demonstrates considerable skill in exercising communication, leadership and initiative
- Provides quality customer service with a positive helpful attitude and cooperative teamwork
- Extends efficiency of task completion through additional research and analytical skills

Professional Experience:
• St. Louis Community College, Networking Telecommunication/Technology Education Support Service Departments. Technology, Education Assistant, 2011
• Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Educator Certificates, 2002-2004, 2011-2013; UMSL Beginning Teacher's Assistance, 2012
• Community Volunteer: Bonne Terre Library, 2003-2004; Children’s Visual Arts, 2012

Web and Graphic Design — Digital and Visual Communication Design and Marketing

Information Technology and Services — Application Software, Web Technology

A thorough working knowledge of the creative processes of Digital Design, Marketing and Promotions:
• Digital Media Communication: Multimedia Interactive Web Design and Development, Graphic Design
• Social Media Design: e-Commerce Marketing, Social Media Marketing
• Visual and Cause Marketing: Promotional, motivational, informational marketing and presentations

Advanced technical knowledge of Adobe, Microsoft software and web programs and applications:
• Adobe Creative Suites, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, InDesign, Flash, Acrobat, Captivate
• QuarkXpress, Microsoft Office, Microsoft for Educators, Power Point, Excel, Outlook, Publisher
• HTML, CSS and Javascript, coding languages, XML, SQL, JQuery, VBasic, database knowledge

Professional experience in conceptualizing using technology, software and fine art techniques:
- Team development of creative communication materials within defined budgets and schedule
- Developed and maintained websites and a social media presence by web and software applications
- Assisted in design and content of materials, in a unified image of the organizations identity
- Responsible for electronic files in design layout, image, illustration, typography in marketing solutions
- Ability to edit video, photo and image optimization for the web in the most efficient use of bandwidth
- Maintains the relationship between web and print materials in e-marketing programs
- Consistent marketing merchandising in timed events, planning, brand position and target audience
- Demonstrated knowledge of office machines, word processing to prepare reports, correspondence, data and queries

Professional Experience:
• K1 Creative, Computer Village, Wright Group, AccuColor, Leinicke Design, 1999-2006
• Voss Promotions, Color Associates, Maritz, J.P. Communications, Townsend Communications, Missouri Color, KCS, Anzographics, Kane Graphical
• JCPenney Co., St. Louis, Marketing and Merchandising, 2006-2011

Professional Artist — Fine Art

- Accomplished in Fine Arts and Design, Visual Art and Communication.
- Studio Art Exhibits, Awards and sales in photography, print making, illustration and design.
- Created promotional marketing and presentation materials employed with creative services agencies, in education and have promoted art conferences and exhibits, and music venues
- Volunteer in chidren's programs of art education, visual arts, extended learning online activites

• Design/Composition I-V, Illustration/Drawing I-VI, Lithography, Serigraphy
• Fine Arts: Design, Printmaking, Painting, Spatial Design, Ceramics, Sculpture, Photography
• Computer: Interactive Webpage Design and Development, Image Optimization; Promotions integrated with social design and networking
• Art History: Western Art, American Folklife, Italian Renaissance, 20th Century European & American (Art History and Archeology minor)
• Art for Children, Teaching Technology, Children’s Literature, e-Learning

Exhibits and Awards:
• CAM City Wide-Open Studios, Sculpture Group Exhibit; Java Journal, Photography, 2011
Promotions:
• St. Louis Community College, WirelessTechnology; Rustbelt to Artist Belt: At the Crossroads, 2012

Customer Service — Education, Digital Design

Accurate information provided to customers and clients.
- Friendly and attentive customer service and knowledgeable of service/product.
- Accurate point of sale system transactions and cash handling.
- Server, Banquet and Catering Server, Hostess, responsible Team Leadership and Training.

Professional Experience:
• St. Louis Community College, 2011 (Library Volunteer and Digital Design Creative Services)
• JCPenney Co. Marketing Merchandising Associate, Sales Support, 2006-2011
• Giancarlo's, Guido's Tapas, Gourmet FoodWorks, Bess Family Restaurant, 2003-2005