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Hi, I’m Rebecca Matarese, a graphic designer with fourteen years of freelance design experience and a background in branding, murals, and print production. I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy collaborating with engineers, suppliers, and clients to deliver visually compelling assets.
I’m proficient in Photoshop, After Effects, and Animate, with solid skills in Illustrator and InDesign, photography, and illustration. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design from Millersville University (2024) and an Associate’s Degree from Art Institute of York (2006). I’m seeking a full-time graphic design role that leverages my creativity and practical project experience.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Print Center Specialist at Office Max
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Freelance mural at Kid-to-Kid
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Intern at Devil's Ink
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Intern at Global Water Alliance
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Branding Materials & Flyer/Postcard
Freelance mural at Harley-Davidson
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022Supplier Quality Engineer at Harley-Davidson
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2024Career progression within Harley-Davidson: Advanced from Assembly line → NCM specialist → NCM team lead → Supplier Quality Technician → Supplier Quality Engineer; Leadership, guiding technicians on print reading and cosmetic standards; communicating with suppliers on quality concerns; quality sort communications with various departments; presenting to design engineers/supervisors/suppliers/3rd-party companies
Quality Technician at New Standard
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022Point of contact on night shift for quality concerns; self-motivated project work on new/updated standard work; cleanliness lab audits; hospitality tasks listed under separate roles; bookkeeping
Night Auditor/Front Desk at Marriott
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024Part-time hospitality roles; night management, customer service, security, event/banquet guidance; bookkeeping tasks
Night Auditor/Front Desk at DoubleTree
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Sr. Customer Care Rep at First Niagara Bank
December 31, 2013 - December 31, 2014Sales goals; customer communications and assistance; loans/lending; business strategies depending on location
Print Center Specialist at OfficeMax
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2006Operated print center operations, ensuring quality and timely production for customer orders.
Freelance Mural Artist at Kid-to-Kid
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006Created custom murals for Kid-to-Kid store projects, contributing to branding and visual engagement.
Freelance Mural Artist at Harley-Davidson
January 1, 2022 - December 31, 2022Freelance mural projects contributing to branding and storefront visuals.
Night Auditor / Front Desk at Marriott
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024Part-time hospitality role handling night audits, front desk operations, guest services, and related responsibilities.
Front Desk / Hospitality Associate at Doubletree
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Front desk and hospitality duties.
Sr. Customer Care Rep at First Niagara Bank
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015Handled sales goals, customer communications, loan assistance, and business strategies per location.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree at Millersville University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024Associate’s Degree at Art Institute of York-PA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design at Millersville University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2024Associate’s Degree in Graphic Design at Art Institute of York-PA
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2006Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Retail
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
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