Resume
Ben Stewart <Graphic Designer>
ben@stalactitedesign.com 615.519.2023Profile/Goals
With a strong background in print and web design, my goal is to continue exploring the print
and interactive aspects of design while contributing in a highly motivated work environment
and collaborating with a creative team.
Work Experience
Hammock Inc. (August 2007-March 2010)
Print and Web DesignerSpecialized in design across a wide range of formats, including magazine layout, website design,
illustration work and photography. Interacted with art directors, editors and photographers on the
company’s multiple magazines. Developed initial website designs and followed through with
site builds. Created online marketing emails and e-newsletters for clients and Hammock Inc.
Designed sales and advertising pieces for both print and web.
Freelance Designer (September 2006-July 2007)
Hammock Inc.Developed several aspects of the publishing company’s website redesign, created graphics
and layouts for magazine clients, and redesigned website for magazine and corporate clients.
Designed and built website for Lorraine’s Restaurant at Franklin Marriott.
ShapingHRRevised and maintained company website for ShapingHR.
Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence (June 2006-August 2006)
InternshipWorked with art directors gain knowledge of design and production standards,
and post-production communication with outside printers.
Education
Middle Tennessee State University, 2006; Bachelor of Fine Arts;
graphic design major and multimedia minor. 3.4 GPA, Dean’s List
Technical Qualifications
Excels in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks,
Dreamweaver, Flash and Microsoft Office.
Well-versed in print design and
production standards.
Proficiency in web design and
website administration.
Working knowledge of book
binding and packaging of products.
Skilled in photography and still life compilations.
Honors/Awards
Pearl Award for Live SNAP Site, Best Use of Community or Social Networking (2009)
ASBPE Digital Silver Award for Live SNAP Site (2009)
APEX Awards Grand Award for American Spirit Magazine (2009)
APEX Awards Gold Award for NFIB Summit Website (2008)
Excel Awards Bronze Award for American Spirit General Excellence (2007)
Won 7th District Regional Addy for Shrubber Identity Package. (2006)
Won N.A.F. Gold Addy for Shrubber Identity Package. (2006)
Won N.A.F. Gold Addy in interactive category for Japanese Design. (2006)
Won N.A.F. Silver Addy in web design for Atomic Bomb Site. (2006)
Work featured in Collage Liberal Arts Magazine at M.T.S.U. (December 2005)