I am a disciplined, mature, and innovative illustrator with experience in graphic design. I enjoy working collaboratively with others to find creative solutions to challenges. I'm seeking a position that allows me to continue growing creatively while contributing meaningfully with my personal input. I have worked in various roles from meat/seafood associate to graphic designer and cover lead for a university magazine. I am eager to learn new skills and strategies and bring a strong sense of discipline and approachability to my work.

Michael Rizzo

I am a disciplined, mature, and innovative illustrator with experience in graphic design. I enjoy working collaboratively with others to find creative solutions to challenges. I'm seeking a position that allows me to continue growing creatively while contributing meaningfully with my personal input. I have worked in various roles from meat/seafood associate to graphic designer and cover lead for a university magazine. I am eager to learn new skills and strategies and bring a strong sense of discipline and approachability to my work.

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I am a disciplined, mature, and innovative illustrator with experience in graphic design. I enjoy working collaboratively with others to find creative solutions to challenges. I’m seeking a position that allows me to continue growing creatively while contributing meaningfully with my personal input.

I have worked in various roles from meat/seafood associate to graphic designer and cover lead for a university magazine. I am eager to learn new skills and strategies and bring a strong sense of discipline and approachability to my work.

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Language

English
Advanced

Work Experience

Meat/Seafood Associate at Giant Food Stores, LLC.
July 1, 2020 - March 31, 2021
Worked Meat and Seafood departments independently and served customers in a polite and professional manner.
Meat/Seafood Associate (Seasonal) at Giant Food Stores, LLC.
June 1, 2022 - August 31, 2022
Worked Meat and Seafood departments independently and served customers in a polite and professional manner.
Meat/Seafood Associate (Seasonal) at Giant Food Stores, LLC.
May 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023
Worked Meat and Seafood departments independently and served customers in a polite and professional manner.
Produce Associate (Seasonal) at Whole Foods Market IP, Inc.
June 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Assisted customers in a polite and professional manner, followed instructed work from leaders well, and performed multiple tasks in a professional manner.
Graphic Designer at Well Played Glenside
January 1, 2025 - May 31, 2025
Worked with store owner to design and brand a logo and banner design for the store.
Club Officer, Cover Lead at ZAP Outlet (University Club)
January 1, 2022 - May 31, 2024
Designed magazine covers for issues of university magazine; helped to found club and led a team of graphic designers in designing covers and other graphic elements for the magazine.
Meat/Seafood Associate at Giant Food Stores, LLC.
March 31, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Worked independently in the Meat and Seafood departments, serving customers in a polite and professional manner.
Meat/Seafood Associate (Seasonal) at Giant Food Stores, LLC.
August 31, 2023 - July 14, 2025
Worked independently in the Meat and Seafood departments, serving customers in a polite and professional manner during the seasonal period.
Produce Associate (Seasonal) at Whole Foods Market IP, Inc.
August 31, 2021 - July 14, 2025
Assisted customers politely and professionally, followed instructed work from leaders, and performed multiple tasks efficiently in a seasonal role.
Graphic Designer at Well Played Glenside
May 31, 2025 - July 14, 2025
Collaborated with the store owner to design and brand a logo and banner for the store.
Club Officer, Cover Lead at ZAP Outlet (University Club)
May 31, 2024 - July 14, 2025
Designed magazine covers for university magazine issues, helped found the club, and led a team of graphic designers in creating covers and other graphic elements for the magazine.

Education

Bachelor's of Fine Arts at University of The Arts, Philadelphia, PA
August 1, 2021 - May 31, 2024
Bachelor's of Fine Arts at University of The Arts, Philadelphia, PA
August 1, 2021 - May 31, 2024

Qualifications

Nominated for William Eisner Scholarship
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025
Dean's List
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Consumer Goods
    uniE621 Half Day Peach Tea Rebrand
    A rebrand of Half Day’s peach flavored tea line, made to fit the Halloween season.
    uniE621 Well Played Logo
    I designed this logo for a local card shop near my university.