Michelle C. Montano
CREATIVE PHILOSOPHY
My approach is to embrace subjects ranging from the study of graphic designers to social and environmental issues. Experience includes various media and formats: zine, books, posters, hand-drawn illustrations, photography and video.
EXPERIENCE
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Walnut Festival Association � City of Walnut Creek / Walnut Creek / 2018
� Created Crab Feed Event poster for city website and display
� Acted as King Walnut in the city parade
� Volunteered time to Children With Disabilities Night as King Walnut
GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND GARDEN APPRENTICE
Granny Grace�s Garden / Walnut Creek / 2018 - Present
� Designed nursery logo for company stationery, website and t-shirts
� Planted annuals and perennials for sale to retail clients
� Cultivated cuttings and organized nursery space
� Set up enticing nursery display for sales
� Participated in all aspects of plant care and maintenance
DOG WALKER AND PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Michelle�s Pet and House Sitting Service / Walnut Creek / 2012 - Present
� Ensured that pets are safe and given attention while owner is away
� Ran errands including picking up dry cleaning and light grocery shopping
� Assisted with household appointments including cable and phone
� Administered pet oral, topical and injectable medications
� Built client loyalty through exceptional client service
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Capital Advantage, Inc. / Lafayette / 2013 - 2018 (Quarterly)
� Prepared quarterly billing statement mailings for more than 500 clients
� Entrusted to scan and archive confidential documents
� Performed receptionist duties
� Served as personal assistant to the founder
� Commissioned artwork
SALES ASSOCIATES
Tillys / Walnut Creek / Oct 2015 - Dec 2015 (Holiday)
� Used organizational and design skills to provide an inviting atmosphere
� Supported the store manager in increasing month-to-month sales revenue
� Worked as a team player to manage sales and the efficiency of the store
� Achieved Employee High Ranking Status in sales
KEY SKILLS
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Keynote
Fine Arts
CSS
HTML
AWARDS
CCA FACULTY HONORS AWARD 2017
WALNUT CREEK COMMUNITY SERVICE APPRECIATION 2018
ELECTED NATIONAL SAFE STUDENT AMBASSADOR 2015
ART HONORS STUDENT & DESIGN CLUB PRESIDENT 2015
CREATIVE PHILOSOPHY
My approach is to embrace subjects ranging from the study of graphic designers to social and environmental issues. Experience includes various media and formats: zine, books, posters, hand-drawn illustrations, photography and video.
EXPERIENCE
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Walnut Festival Association � City of Walnut Creek / Walnut Creek / 2018
� Created Crab Feed Event poster for city website and display
� Acted as King Walnut in the city parade
� Volunteered time to Children With Disabilities Night as King Walnut
GRAPHIC DESIGNER AND GARDEN APPRENTICE
Granny Grace�s Garden / Walnut Creek / 2018 - Present
� Designed nursery logo for company stationery, website and t-shirts
� Planted annuals and perennials for sale to retail clients
� Cultivated cuttings and organized nursery space
� Set up enticing nursery display for sales
� Participated in all aspects of plant care and maintenance
DOG WALKER AND PERSONAL ASSISTANT
Michelle�s Pet and House Sitting Service / Walnut Creek / 2012 - Present
� Ensured that pets are safe and given attention while owner is away
� Ran errands including picking up dry cleaning and light grocery shopping
� Assisted with household appointments including cable and phone
� Administered pet oral, topical and injectable medications
� Built client loyalty through exceptional client service
OFFICE ASSISTANT
Capital Advantage, Inc. / Lafayette / 2013 - 2018 (Quarterly)
� Prepared quarterly billing statement mailings for more than 500 clients
� Entrusted to scan and archive confidential documents
� Performed receptionist duties
� Served as personal assistant to the founder
� Commissioned artwork
SALES ASSOCIATES
Tillys / Walnut Creek / Oct 2015 - Dec 2015 (Holiday)
� Used organizational and design skills to provide an inviting atmosphere
� Supported the store manager in increasing month-to-month sales revenue
� Worked as a team player to manage sales and the efficiency of the store
� Achieved Employee High Ranking Status in sales
KEY SKILLS
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Keynote
Fine Arts
CSS
HTML
AWARDS
CCA FACULTY HONORS AWARD 2017
WALNUT CREEK COMMUNITY SERVICE APPRECIATION 2018
ELECTED NATIONAL SAFE STUDENT AMBASSADOR 2015
ART HONORS STUDENT & DESIGN CLUB PRESIDENT 2015