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Elizabeth M. L. MacKay Chicago, IL 60657 mackay.elizabeth21@yahoo.com Experience Groupon, Chicago, Ill. Copy Editor December 2010 – Present • Copy editor for fastest growing Internet company in history • Edit 32 deals a day while helping with editorial projects • Cross-trained to work two other positions as a fact checker and a voice editor • Train and help other employees, work with manager on improving style • Well-versed in Associated Press Style, Chicago Manual Style, Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge, Acrobat, Shell and Tera, Macintosh and PC operating systems; proficient in Roxen and Microsoft Excel; basic knowledge in Dreamweaver, HTML Daily Chicago Law Bulletin and Chicago Lawyer magazine, Law Bulletin Publishing Co., Chicago, Ill. Copy Editor August 2010 – December 2010 • Copy editor of daily paper and monthly magazine, working on both at same time • In charge of pulling wire and photos for daily paper • Work directly with reporters, write headlines, take pictures for the magazine • Correspond with public relations specialists and lawyers for the magazine Northwest Herald, daily paper, Crystal Lake, Ill. Copy Editor, Page Designer February 2010 – August 2010 • Edit news, sports and opinion sections five nights a week • Design news and sport pages, averaging four pages a night • Work on tight deadline, manage workload while helping others • Edit photos and website Quintessential Barrington Magazine, bimonthly community magazine, Barrington, Ill. Senior Editor June 2008 – December 2009 • Head editor; had final approval of editorial production • Planned content, organized and was in charge of 25 stories, five features and 20 press releases each issue • Managed writers and photographers from content production to final result • Wrote 750-word articles to 2,000-word features; helped with headlines • Designed pages, took pictures when needed, assisted head designer with Web site production Daily Egyptian, award-winning paper at Southern Illinois University Carbondale Chief Copy Editor, Page Designer January 2007 – May 2008 • Oversaw the copy editing desk of a campus daily newspaper, in charge of all editing • Communicated with every desk in newsroom to make sure information was consistent and accurate • Designed features, news and sports pages, averaging four pages per night Education Southern Illinois University Carbondale • Bachelor of Arts in English, creative writing; minor in journalism news editorial • Conversational in Spanish, sign language Activities/Interests • Reading and writing novels, taking pictures, baking

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Key Skills * Interior & Exterior Renderings * Detailed Design Development * Texturing/Lighting * 3D Modeling/Animations * Digital Visualization * Blueprint Interpretation * Bids & RFP-Response * Schematic Design * Presentations INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR — Baltimore, MD Architectural Illustrator, 9/09 to Present Retained by major architectural/interior design firms to generate 3D models and animations for a wide range of university, retail/entertainment, corporate, mixed-use, single-/multi-family, hotel, and urban development projects. Advise architects on design solutions, facilitate conceptualization, and help market/sell designs. Integrate into new company environments seamlessly, quickly becoming a trusted, valued member of design teams. Key Projects & Results: * Created detailed 3D models of multi-level, upscale condos/townhomes from sketches and blueprints using AutoCAD, VRay, 3D Max, polymodeling, and other tools/methodologies. Met demanding timelines and accommodated numerous, ongoing architectural changes to deliver models cited as instrumental to “green-lights” from investors on multimillion-dollar projects. * Praised by PA developer for modeling/rendering work completed with speed and diligence under tight deadline that resulted in client winning a multimillion-dollar hotel/retail project. * Worked effectively and collaboratively with multiple design teams and diverse personalities to complete complex design and model of retail shopping mall with add-on residential development on time, on budget, and with superior quality. DESIGN COLLECTIVE, INC. (DCI) — Baltimore, MD Multidisciplinary architectural design firm ranked in the Top 100 nationwide by Architect Magazine Associate-Architectural Illustrator, 9/07 to 8/09 Recruited as DCI’s only 3D artist. Created 3D models, interior/exterior architectural renderings, sun studies, and panoramic views for diverse commercial, residential, retail, educational, and urban developments. Acquired new clients for company through the development of marketing materials. Advised architects through pinups and design reviews/critiques to optimize designs, maximize client satisfaction, and control costs. Key Projects & Results: * Produced 100% of computer-generated renderings for company whose total annual business averages over $20M. Produced all renderings for numerous major projects, earning prestigious awards such as: * “Sustainable Buildings Public School Award” for West Towson Elementary School. * “Charter Award” by Congress for New Urbanism for State Center TOD Master Plan. * “Best New Project” ($2.5M to $5M) from ABC, Baltimore Metro Chapter for Maple Lawn Retail 1 and 2 developments. * Consistently commended for attention to detail; outstanding illustrative, modeling, and photo-realistic rendering skills; and advanced command of related technologies. * Taught workshops educating employees on the use of architectural illustration, modeling, and rendering technologies, tools, and shortcuts to increase efficiency, improve presentation effectiveness, and elevate design quality. * Improved company visibility and reputation for superior quality by creating website images, brochures, presentation boards, and other marketing collateral. * Credited with enhancing company success as a result of greatly improved renderings. Leveraged high-level 3D rendering and lighting skills to visually communicate with key project stakeholders, eliminate areas of misunderstanding, and accelerate project completions. L. ROBERT KIMBALL & ASSOCIATES — Pittsburgh, PA $50M architectural/engineering firm ranked in the Top 200 design firms by Engineering News Record Architectural Animator, 12/03 to 9/07 Created the means for architects to troubleshoot ideas and market/sell designs by generating: 3D modeling, animations, and panoramic views for institutional, commercial, educational, and civil projects; 3D and 2D feasibility studies; and PowerPoint presentations for procuring work. Worked collaboratively with project managers and teams to create unique products customized to the needs and specifications of each external client. Key Projects & Results: * Produced all renderings for Pennsylvania State University’s Recreation Hall and Student Fitness Center, earning the following awards: * “2008 Citation of Excellence Award” from Learning by Design. * “2007 Grand Prize Winner” at the College Planning and Management’s Education Design Showcase (recognized for “Outstanding Architecture and Design in Education”). * Honored with the U.S. Tennis Association’s “2008 Outstanding Facility Award” (private facilities) for rendering work completed on Ebensburg Tennis Center. THE ARCHITECTURAL ART — Washington, D.C. Architectural graphics and illustration firm Graphic Artist, 8/93 to 11/03 Completed 3D modeling, panoramic views, and animations for commercial and residential buildings (interior and exterior), site/floor plans, maps, displays/advertisements/brochures, and digital editing. Established key client relationships to acquire new/repeat business, analyzed customer requests, and prepared quotes. Generated majority of company’s profitability, producing over half of monthly billings for layouts, site plans, 3D work, and renderings. Education & Credentials ART INSTITUTE OF PITTSBURGH — PA ? Associate’s Degree in Interior Design, 1991 (GPA: 3.7) * Technology Skills: 3D Max; 3D Studio VIZ; SketchUp; AutoCAD; Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier); Microsoft PowerPoint; form•Z; Windows; Macintosh OS * Affiliations: Member, ASAI (American Society of Architectural Illustrators); Senior Member, Vizdepot.com/CGarchitect.com; Member, EverMotion.com; Intern, 3DAllusions.com

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Profile Talented graphic design leads with 10 years experience in print and web design who is highly motivated, creative, and versatile. Especially skilled in creating and directing corporate and new business design. Adept at innovating user experience for the web and multimedia applications. Exceptional interpersonal skills with team members and subordinates. Accomplished at incorporating the desires of the client with a superior design solution. Seeking a company that demands high-quality design to further business goals and professional image. Areas of expertise ·1 Business Process Modeling ·2 Web Design ·3 Requirement Tools: -Rational Requisite pro ·4 Brainstorming with client and associates ·5 ·6 User Interface Design ·7 Modeling Tools: -MS Visio, Rational Rose, Enterprise Architect ·8 Print Advertisement ·9 Corporate branding ·10 Databases: - Excel, Access ·11 Brochures, Card Design ·12 Logo design ·13 Graphics: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, QuarkXpress, Maya, ·14 Newsletters, Billboards ·15 Direct Mail, Email Marketing ·16 MS Office suite ·17 3D Commercial ·18 Page layout design ·19 Programming:- HTML Career Path Sr.Graphic Design / Business Analyst at Ikeson (01/2004 to Present) Responsible for total needs of the client including management of technical and creative resources to deliver complete corporate-quality branding and web solutions. Services include branding, logo design, web design and creation, Flash work and web optimization. Performed lead role in the design and production of print, identity, packaging, multimedia, web design and web applications Developed business, managed vendors, served as client liaison Managed art directed photos, supervised team design efforts Maintained production schedules and budgets Managed multiple, concurrent projects in different stages Designed information architecture and user interface for on-screen applications Demonstrated ability to learn and use new technology Designed and produced ads and promotional collateral Juggled short-turnaround jobs with longer, more complex projects Provide design support to enhance existing products. Play key role in conceptualization and design meetings for new models. Conduct market research online, as well as through attending trade shows, and reading publications. Perform administrative functions, including faxing, filing, and answering phone calls. Education Certification in Computer Information System (2010- In Progress) College of Dupage, IL MBA Elmhurst College, IL. Bachelor of Information Technology Iqra University Adobe Certification: Photoshop, In design, Dream weaver, Acrobat Web Development professional: Html, Java, PhP Netcom Information Technology, NY