DARIAN DEELEY
MY STORY
Personal Profile
I’m an emerging professional based in the Utica-Rome area. My interests are focused in graphic design, illustration, and photography. My work ethic has been molded to perfection after years of working in high-paced environments in both art and the theater. Consistency and clear communication are of the utmost importance to me. I work well with others, and have experience leading a team. I am capable of working independently as well.
I am open to freelancing and have experience with working with clients. For examples of my work in this genre, visit my Portfolio. If you'd like to work together, feel free to contact me through email!
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
June 2021 - January 2022
MARKETING AND VISITOR EXPERIENCE INTERN,
UTICA ZOO
Content creation for digital signage, social media, collateral materials, events, and more as needed. Major projects included spearheading design for the Zoo’s annual report, and redesigning the primary Zoo map. Other responsibilities included photographing the Zoo and animal encounters for future Zoo use, participation in weekly meetings, and providing suggestions to various real-world design problems.
August 2020 - December 2020
SOCIAL MEDIA AND OUTREACH COORDINATOR INTERN,
SUNY OSWEGO THEATRE DEPARTMENT
Content creation for all Theatre Department social media accounts, covering the semester’s featured shows, outreach for information as well as conducting interviews, communicating with assigned faculty, and poster coordination/distribution on campus.
May 2020 - August 2020
COMMUNICATIONS INTERN, UTICA MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
Designed unique social media content to elevate the brand while adhering to graphic standards. Collaborated with multiple departments to build a multimedia package around my illustrative designs.
EDUCATION
August 2018 - May 2022
BFA GRAPHIC DESIGN, SUNY OSWEGO
A BFA in Graphic Design with a minor in Photography and Live Event Design. Other major skills learned through relevant coursework include Illustration, Costume Design, and Makeup Design.
September 2014 - June 2018
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, ROME FREE ACADEMY
CONTACT
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