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karenyytan@yahoo.comeducation
Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, Rhode Island
BFA in Graphic Design 1999, Awarded Merit Scholarship
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
Liberal Arts Studies
design experience
Kraftworks Ltd., New York, New York
Assistant Art Director. Designed packaging, pop, store interiors and layouts for
clients such as Anne Klein, Playtex, J.Crew, Instyle magazine and Aldo shoes. Produced concepts for pitches and assisted all art directors with their current campaigns.
October 2000-Present
Nestor.Stermole VCG, New York, New York
Designer. Individually responsible for Divina food packaging and the College
Board account. Designed food packaging, books, corporate brochures and mailers. Handled production for all projects. Responsible for client contacts, commissioned
illustrators and managed interns.
February 2000-July 2001
* reference provided with request
Matsumoto Incorporated, New York, New York
Designer. Worked on books, and a series of promotions for clients such as the Guggenheim Museum, Armani, and Steuben crystals. Produced concepts for catalog
covers and assisted senior designer on photo shoots. Scheduled deadlines, handled
all aspects of production, and attended client meetings.
August 1999-January 2000
* reference provided with request
Wechsler Ross and Partners, New York, New York
Intern. Assisted art director and designers. Helped design direct mail pieces,
brochures and trade show booth for Deutsche Bank. Attended press checks
and in-house critiques, while learning about the operations of a large firm.
June-August 1998
skills
Computer: Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXPress,
Also familiar with html and Dreamweaver
Other Skills: Great drafting ability. Ability to take and process photographs
Experience working in a type shop and hand lettering text
Languages: Conversational Chinese
Hobbies include Ballroom Dance, Acting