Press Studio Mulitmedia
John C. Herringer
750 Farmstead Ln.
Oviedo, FL 32765
A talented professional artist and designer with over twenty years of graphic design experience. A team player understanding the importance of both attention to detail and adherence to deadlines. A diligent worker interested in continually learning and pushing the boundaries of the profession.
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Imaging Software:
Photoshop, Illustrator, Painter, SketchBook Pro, Procreate, Aperture, Photos
Print/Layout Software:
QuarkXPress, InDesign, Acrobat Pro
Web-Design and Interactive Software:
Dreamweaver, Muse, Fireworks, Flash, Hype, Unity
Programing Languages:
HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS and ActionScript
Some server-side scripting in JavaScript and PHP
Video Software:
Final Cut Pro, Premiere, DVD Studio Pro
3D and Motion Graphics Software:
Motion, After Effects, Maya, 3ds Max, Toon Boom, Fuse
Versed in Mac OS, iOS and Windows platforms
TEACHING EXPERIENCE:
Nassau Community College, Garden City, New York
Adjunct Professor, 2007-2017
- Teach a variety of degree classes including, print, web, 3D, video, interactive medias, motion graphics and portfolio preparation and review
- Assist students with projects during lab time
- Encourage career development of students through attending and participating in exhibitions and seminars
Grace Christian Academy, Merrick, New York
Advanced Placement Art Teacher, 2013-2014
- Assisted high school students in preparation of their art portfolios to be used in the college application process
- Encouraged students to expand their horizons and work in mediums new to them
- Aided students in refining their talents to the college level while receiving college credit
Farmingdale State College, Farmingdale, New York
Adjunct Professor, 2012-2013
- Taught 4D, advanced web design, graphic design and design production
- Assisted with development of 4D curriculum
New Horizons Computer Learning Center, Westbury & Commack, New York
Instructor and Designer, 2003-2007
- Instructed beginner through advanced print, graphic
design and multimedia classes
- Conducted in-depth, specialized corporate training
- Developed custom curriculum based on specific client needs
- Assisted with company's marketing through design of
layouts for advertisements, flyers and course catalogs
Hendriks Institute, Lindenhurst, New York
Lead Graphics Instructor, 1998-2003
- Taught a variety of graphics programs to diverse student population
- Conducted portfolio preparation seminars
- Designed curriculum for print and multimedia classes
- Initiated the institution of a video editing curriculum and co-wrote the curriculum
- Developed school marketing campaign
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE:
Canon USA, Lake Success, New York
Multimedia Production Specialist, 2007-2008
- Created print materials for the company's sales training division
- Developed a new design theme including logos and introduction animations
- Presented rebranding of division to senior management
- Aided curriculum developers in usability design, creating design standards and software enhancements
- Produced online educational material, such as, quizzes and tests, animations and other interactive materials
- Designed and laid out release kits with interactive DVDs
- Edited and compressed videos
- Worked in print, web, video and 3D
New York Party Time, Seaford, New York
Top Videographer and Editor, 2003-2007
- Created title animations and intros
- Filmed large weddings and events
- Edited footage
- Laid out photo slide shows and put to music
- Created recaps
- Designed DVD labels
- Prepared layout and design of video and DVD packaging
Macy's, Massapequa, New York
Visual Merchandiser, 1993-1998
- Designed and produced promotional and seasonal
signs and graphics for entire store
- Merchandized and displayed a variety of items
- Instructed department managers and associates in
product layout
- Worked as a team to travel to other stores to assist in
renovations or holiday decor
- Adorned mannequins and forms in latest styles
PUBLISHED WORKS:
Fritz & Moses, published 2015, digital book, illustrator
Creation Story, published 2015, digital book, writer and illustrator
FREELANCE PROJECTS:
- Websites / Interactive presentations
- Custom illustrations
- Identity design
- Photo retouching
- Filming, editing and DVD authoring
- Book design, illustration and publishing
- Traditional art projects
- One-on-one instruction
- Package/Label design
EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Academy of Art University, San Francisco, California
MFA: Web Design & New Media, December 2010
Fashion Institute of Technology, New York, New York
AAS: Illustration , June 1996
Briarcliffe College, Bethpage, New York
BFA: Graphic Design, Summa Cum Laude, August 2006
Nassau Community College, Garden City, New York
1993-1995 Major: Advertising
EXHIBITION:
2016 Faculty Exhibition, Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, Garden City, New York
2015 Faculty Exhibition, Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, Garden City, New York
2014 Faculty Exhibition, Firehouse Plaza Art Gallery, Garden City, New York
2014 1st Place, Original Art: Computer Graphic Design, Long Island Fair, Old Bethpage, New York
2011 BORDERS: Visible and Invisible, Nassau Community College, Garden City, New York
2010 Doing Good Works, Nassau Community College,
Garden City, New York
MEMBERSHIP:
KelbyOne (A platform for handcrafted, mousemade design content from independent creatives around the world.)
Apple Developer (iOS, OS X, tvOS, watchOS)
