SAMANTHA WESTON
SKILLS
Industry Skills
Graphic Design, Branding, Illustration
Adobe Creative Cloud
Indesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
Microsoft Office
Word, Excel, Powerpoint
AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Communication Design - Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
2016-2018
Major: Advertising and Branding
Minor: Creative Entrepreneurship
Undergraduate Scholarship for Excellence in Art and Design - AUT
2015
Awarded for high achievement in graphics, art and design.
International Baccalaureate Diploma - Kristin School
2014-2015
Including: Design and Psychology
EMPLOYMENT
Hot Mustard Communications - Design Intern
2018
Mesh Marketing - Nespresso Demonstrator
2017-Present
House of Travel - Assistant Travel Agent
2017
My diverse work experience has allowed me to build a range of skill sets. These positions have taught me how to work and communicate effectively with people of all ages and demographics, commitment and responsibility.
Sir Edmund Hillary Duke of Edinburgh Award
2011-2015
I completed the Bronze, Silver, and Gold qualifications. The program develops independence, resilience, leadership and self-esteem in young people.
Senior Graphics Trophy - Kristin School
2015
This trophy is awarded to the top performing graphic and design student in the graduating year level.
Prefect - Kristin School
2015
Chairperson of Publications Committee - Kristin School
2015
DesignZ Fashion Show Producer
2014-2015
These various committees allowed me to develop my leadership and management skills. Teaching me to work effectively as part of a team, and utilise my social and organisational abilities.