P.O. Box 122
Mattituck NY, 11952
courtney.italia@quinnipiac.edu
1(631) 445-3675

PROFILE:
I am a results-driven, extremely organized, outgoing individual with experience in Interactive Digital Design and Fine Arts. I have proven communication skills and creative expertise. I am highly motivated and never miss a deadline. I have proven to overcome obstacles in both work and social situations. I am seeking a rewarding internship in the field of Design. I am eager to learn from experienced Professionals and discover others creative approaches.

EDUCATION:
Quinnipiac University: Hamden, CT December 2012
I am currently pursuing a BA in Interactive Digital Design with a Fine Arts Minor.
Lorenzo de Medici: Florence, Italy Spring 2011
I took an intensive drawing, photography, and web design classes to gain different perspectives and ideas in the field of art and design.
Mattituck High School: Mattituck, NY 2004-2001
I graduated with Academic Honors and an Advanced Regents Diploma.

CURRENT WORK:
Caffeine Inc: Madison, CT, 2011-present
I am in charge of assisting co-workers with website reconstruction and updates, logo design adjustments, text edits and updates, and picture editing. I was also asked on several occasions to design new webpage layouts and choose images for major website renovation.

WORK EXPERIENCE:
Childcare Provider: Mattituck, NY, 2004-2011
I was responsible for the care of three small children, taking them to and from school, helping them with homework, preparing dinners and doing related housework (Jacqueline Gatz).
Waitress, BBQ Bills: Greenport, NY, 2010-2011
I was in charge of restaurant preparations for the start of the day and placing supple order to keep the restaurant operating smoothly. I was also responsible for taking orders, serving food and making drinks for customers in a professional, polite and friendly manner (Douglas Crest).
Lifeguard, Matt-A-Mar: Mattituck, NY, 2006-2008
I am certified in American Red Cross CPR and First Aid. I was in charge of daily operations of the swimming pool area. I enforced the rules and regulations to keep all the swimmers safe and I supervised swim meets. I also lifeguarded at town beaches on a regular basis (Michael Raynor).
Secretary, Century 21 Real Estate: Greenport, NY, 2006
I contributed to administrative operations and assisted executives with clientele relations and event planning. I was often in touch with upper management and potential clients on a daily basis; which helped me develop excellent interpersonal skills (Sally Heitel).

EXPERIENCE:
I have experience with CS5 Adobe Creative Suites, Maya and Microsoft Office.

LANGUAGES:
I am familiar with Italian and have had conversational experiences with Italians in various parts of Italy. I am also proficient in Spanish. I have had four hears of High School practice, a year of College experience and conversational experiences while traveling to various parts of Spain and Costa Rica.

SERVICE:
Lions Club Strawberry Festival
PTSA Fashion Show Committee
Mattituck Cutchogue Fund for Students
ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS:
Travel: Italy, Austria, France, Spain, Portugal, Czech Republic, Mexico, Canada, Costa Rica.
Hobbies: Photography, Painting, Piano, Skiing, Soccer, Yoga, Running, Hiking.

AWARDS:
NY State Art Portfolio Assessment 35/56
Jazz Band ‘Music in the Parks’ 1st Place
Chorus ‘Music in the Parks’ 1st Place
Work displayed in Parish Art Museum
Parish Art Contest 1st Place
Two drawing chosen for Quinnipiac Montage Magazine
National Honors Society/High Honor Roll