- Musician
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Exploring various forms of art, such as music composition, concept art, and scale models, to nurture creativity and personal growth
- Graphic Design
- Creative Writing
JACK BUCKINGHAM
Aurora,IL
Summary
Responsible and ambitious college student working towards a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design with interests in concept art, branding, design and social media. Proven ability to communicate concepts visually as demonstrated by results from relevant class projects and home designs. Excited to apply design expertise as a Graphic Design artist in my field of study.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Graphic Design and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Design Intern
D & R Press
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Prepared images to coincide with social and blog posts.
- Used Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Indesign to develop new images.
- Collaborated with the creative team to develop visually appealing graphics for various projects, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams to generate innovative ideas for upcoming projects.
- Efficiently managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and meeting deadlines consistently.
- Promoted company's events by designing marketing materials such as posters, digital invites and brochures.
In-Store Team Member
Jimmy John's
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Making sandwiches to consistent brand standards
- Assisting customers with their orders in the restaurant or over the phone
- Helping maintain a hospitably clean store
Marketing Contractor (temporary Assignment)
Kore
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted with inventory duties
- Overseeing the packaging and delivery of client marketing materials
- Organized promotional items for customers
Customer Associate
Panera Bread
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Welcoming guests as they enter the restaurant
- Serves patrons with food and beverages in a positive and friendly manner
- Provides information to help food and beverage selections
- Presents ordered choices in a prompt and efficient manner
- Maintains dining ambiance with an enthusiastic manner
- Protects establishment and patrons by adhering to sanitation and safety policies
- Operating the cash register
Guest Services Attendant
Funtopia
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Enhance guest satisfaction by answering inquiries about business operations and policies and resolving concerns
- Facilitate front desk operations for indoor adventure park
- Complete end-of-day reporting and balance registers to maintain financial accuracy
- Work with patrons and team members to meet all incoming customer needs, smooth check-in processes and maximize satisfaction
- Monitor reception counter to track incoming customers and events
- Answer phones, respond to customer inquiries and dispatch calls to appropriate staff members
- Handle payment processing duties and provide customer with receipts and change
- Assist and train customers with equipment to ensure equipment is safe and operational in the adventure park
Education
Bachelor of Fine Art - Graphic Design major
North Central College
Naperville, IL01.2025
Skills
- Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Image editing and retouching
- Layout design
- Logo design
- Background drawing
- Attention to detail
- Imagination
- Dependability
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility
- Receptiveness
- Collaboration
- Professionalism
- Respect
- Customer Service
- Eager to learn
Hobbies and Interests
- Writing music
- Play bass in a band
- Fine art
- Prop design and construction
- Social media
Interests
Timeline
Graphic Design Intern
D & R Press
01.2025 - 03.2025
Marketing Contractor (temporary Assignment)
Kore
06.2024 - 08.2024
In-Store Team Member
Jimmy John's
03.2024 - 01.2025
Customer Associate
Panera Bread
06.2022 - 07.2023
Guest Services Attendant
Funtopia
07.2020 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Fine Art - Graphic Design major
North Central College
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