About Nick Finger Designer/Artist
I always thought I might be an artist or graphic designer. When I was young my father who is a professional photographer would take me on photo trips. I always liked to draw and paint. It's in my soul and in my heart.
This website and the resume below is all about me, my work, my goals and the tools I use along my journey.
518.859.2522 Nick Finger nckf55@yahoo.com
Education
SUNY Canton, Canton NY
Bachelor of Technology, Graphic Design and Multimedia Program - May 2011
· Major academic course highlights: Formal training in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Final Cut, Premiere, and Bridge with additional training in Logic Pro 9.
· Additional coursework in Computer Technology and Programming, Video Games, Communication, Journalism and New Media, with a focus on adaptation to future technologies.
Hudson Valley Community College, Troy NY
Associate in Science- May 2008
· Related academic course highlights: Digital Photography, Television Studio Production, Film.
Work Experience
Internship, St. Lawrence County Arts Council (January 2011 - May 2011)
· Visual aptitude was used to display and layout showcases as well as gift shop artwork.
· Additional duties included inventory, organization and maintenance of the art studio, classroom, and gallery displays.
Peter Finger Photography, Head Designer (2005 - present)
· Full creative control to design customized wedding albums, promotional posters, cards, website photography, and to create templates, actions and themes that meet the needs of individual clients.
· Familiar with different printers and printing techniques.
· Enhance and edit stock photography using Adobe Photoshop and Bridge CS5.
Adecco Temporary Staffing - Fuji Color (July - August 2008)
· Learned the use of multi-line phone systems and computer communication tools.
· Organized and filed photo envelopes electronically and into database systems.
· Demonstrated reliability on solo projects and personally assisted customers in the use of on-site software.
· Daily work experience included the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and data entry software.
Edifi Educational Services, Reservationist (August 2005 - September 2006)
· Duties included answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry, customer service, mailroom work and general office skills.
Additional Skills
· Extensive photographic background with both film and digital SLR cameras, and video cameras.
· Television studio experience operating studio cameras, switchboards, and audio equipment.
Honors
Solo exhibition, St. Lawrence County Arts Council (March 5 - April 19, 2011)
Artwork chosen for permanent collection at SUNY Canton Grasse River Suites
Selected to design poster for a recycling poster contest (May 2011)
Artist of the Week, Daniel Island, South Carolina (June 2009)
Featured artist - First Friday, Lionheart Jazz Café, Albany, New York (December 2008)
Former junior All State violinist and tennis player
References available upon request http://www.nickfinger.com
This website and the resume below is all about me, my work, my goals and the tools I use along my journey.
518.859.2522 Nick Finger nckf55@yahoo.com
Education
SUNY Canton, Canton NY
Bachelor of Technology, Graphic Design and Multimedia Program - May 2011
· Major academic course highlights: Formal training in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Final Cut, Premiere, and Bridge with additional training in Logic Pro 9.
· Additional coursework in Computer Technology and Programming, Video Games, Communication, Journalism and New Media, with a focus on adaptation to future technologies.
Hudson Valley Community College, Troy NY
Associate in Science- May 2008
· Related academic course highlights: Digital Photography, Television Studio Production, Film.
Work Experience
Internship, St. Lawrence County Arts Council (January 2011 - May 2011)
· Visual aptitude was used to display and layout showcases as well as gift shop artwork.
· Additional duties included inventory, organization and maintenance of the art studio, classroom, and gallery displays.
Peter Finger Photography, Head Designer (2005 - present)
· Full creative control to design customized wedding albums, promotional posters, cards, website photography, and to create templates, actions and themes that meet the needs of individual clients.
· Familiar with different printers and printing techniques.
· Enhance and edit stock photography using Adobe Photoshop and Bridge CS5.
Adecco Temporary Staffing - Fuji Color (July - August 2008)
· Learned the use of multi-line phone systems and computer communication tools.
· Organized and filed photo envelopes electronically and into database systems.
· Demonstrated reliability on solo projects and personally assisted customers in the use of on-site software.
· Daily work experience included the use of Microsoft Excel, Word, and data entry software.
Edifi Educational Services, Reservationist (August 2005 - September 2006)
· Duties included answering phones, scheduling appointments, data entry, customer service, mailroom work and general office skills.
Additional Skills
· Extensive photographic background with both film and digital SLR cameras, and video cameras.
· Television studio experience operating studio cameras, switchboards, and audio equipment.
Honors
Solo exhibition, St. Lawrence County Arts Council (March 5 - April 19, 2011)
Artwork chosen for permanent collection at SUNY Canton Grasse River Suites
Selected to design poster for a recycling poster contest (May 2011)
Artist of the Week, Daniel Island, South Carolina (June 2009)
Featured artist - First Friday, Lionheart Jazz Café, Albany, New York (December 2008)
Former junior All State violinist and tennis player
References available upon request http://www.nickfinger.com