Jawaune J.

Johnson
101 N. Elm Street
Hillside, Illinois 60162
(708) 341-0098
jjohnson18@carthage.edu

EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design and Studio Arts
Carthage College, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Expected graduation date: May 26, 2019

EXPERIENCE:
Graphic Design Intern Think Boxhead, Racine, WI February 2018 – Present
● Create and design websites, promotional materials including flyers, bookmarks, postcards, and banners
● Assisted with the 5th annual Racine Heritage Ball which recognizes individual and organizations who have made positive impacts
within the community

Graphic Design Intern Eisley Creative Company, Kenosha, WI September 2017 – December 2017
● Created and designed promotional materials including flyers, bookmarks, postcards, and banners
● Updated social media, Connect audiences with product and services via social media

Art Gallery Attendant Art Gallery, Carthage College, Kenosha, WI September 2017 – Present
● Manage the art gallery surrounded by exclusive artwork which amplifies my skills as an artist and graphic designer
● Open and close the gallery, greet guests, and answer questions about works
● Secure exhibits and inventory damaged or missing work

Graphic Design Intern Roxanne Simmons Design, Westchester, IL June 2017 - September 2017
● Worked closely with clients to manage and coordinate graphic design projects from concept through completion
● Created and designed promotional materials including flyers, bookmarks, postcards, banners, and logos
● Met deadlines and requirements utilizing visual and written language

Office Assistant Carthage College Executive Office, Kenosha, WI January 2017 – Present
● Personalize thank you cards to donors promptly within 48 hours of receiving a donation
● Utilize written communication skills to express gratitude in a special way
● Update donors regarding the fundraising campaign and future projects

Staff Reporter/Cartoonist The Current Newspaper, Carthage College, Kenosha, WI Feb. 2016 – Dec. 2016
● Brainstormed article ideas for the school newspaper
● Interviewed students and teachers, wrote and edited newspaper articles, drew cartoons or comic strips

LEADERSHIP:
Entrepreneur Amway Products October 2015 – December 2016
● Started Amway business, sold and used Amway products for nutrition, beauty, and home
● Recruited people to join my team, attended business and leadership conferences

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
● Featured artwork in Annual Juried Student Art Show Artist March 2018/2017
● Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK), National Leadership Honor Society Member December 2017
● Lambda Pi Eta (LPH), National Communication Honor Society Member November 2017
● American Institute Graphic Arts (AIGA) Conference October 2016
● American Institute Graphic Arts (AIGA) Member July 2016
● Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity Recruitment-Social Media Chair April 2016
● Won 2nd Place for photograph & 3 art pieces were recognized Centrique Magazine April 2016
● Black Student Union Volunteer/Member September 2015

SKILLS​:
● Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop, Manga Studio 5, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Self Taught Photographer and Aspiring Artis​t