Cover letter
Kevin D. Sundquist
Nampa, ID
Remote/Contract Hire/Direct Hire
Email:kevinsundquist83@gmail.com
Portfolio: http://kevinsundquist.myportfolio.com
Nampa, ID
Remote/Contract Hire/Direct Hire
Email:kevinsundquist83@gmail.com
Portfolio: http://kevinsundquist.myportfolio.com
For detailed explanation and examples of my jobs throughout my careers click here.
I am seeking a full-time Graphic Design/Artist position either remotely or in an office setting. I do have a number of years of experience working on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop creating works for both personal and business applications. I have experience in graphic design software within Adobe applications. I grew up and went to school in Issaquah Washington where I learned the basics and more innovative techniques using the Adobe software suite. My favorite classes were “Digital Imaging” and “Video Foundations” at Tiger Mountain Community High School. I tutored students there my senior year for my Grad Project where I spent 30 hours of community service. I also took on an internship with the Issaquah School District spending one hundred hours developing a website with a logo and web navigation utilizing the programs Illustrator, Photoshop and Golive.
I also have other work experience outside of graphic design in a retail setting related to graphic design. I am currently working at Lowe’s in Nampa Idaho Lowe’s but have the most experience in retail for over 20 years in Issaquah Washington at the local Lowe’s and Michaels Arts and Craft positions. I and am good at multi-tasking, being meticulous and work well in a team. I created the Store Map that both gave me growth and common knowledge of the store. I created the layout in Adobe Illustrator and Product Locator on the back in Microsoft Word. I did the intel and research about the store’s layout myself on my own time. I also got great feedback and constructive criticism along the way as well as helpful critiques and advice on where the map was going. It started in a more traditional manner in black and white, soon went to color, and in my final efforts I created a 3D version which was honorably framed and posted in two spots in the store. I utilized the map in a variety of means from paper hand copies for employees and customers alike, to laminated finished pieces handed out to each department. I even got a chance to print poster sized versions of my Store Map.
In my latest version one thousand copies were printed in color and handed out to employees and customers to focus on the improvements of the store currently in remodel. I developed over six maps each with similar features and with other purposes. A long with my traditional front and back maps I developed an "Emergency Response Map" poster that was finally mounted around the store to show the evacuation of the store in case of an emergency. In every update I made of the map has other new features or changes to the layout the store. I tried my best to be authentic and make every updated version its own unique feel to it; for instance, my last version 4 updated the aisle numbers and department relocations throughout the store. I created several maps in my career at Lowe's that has help me and others learn the departments better and help direct customers and employee's where most common products and services they were looking for.
To understand more about the whole story and longevity of this amazing feat I welcome you to my on-line portfolio above. The website I mention showcases my best and ever-changing portfolio works and history in my dreams, ambition, and passion in becoming a Graphic Designer and artist to be. I have many examples of my work I have done for others and myself. My skills originate from past courses in school and self-taught drive. In some endeavors I put some unique features to the site including a “Feedback” page where I got several of my coworkers to add positive feedback to my art and website design. Not only is this a website of my portfolio but a history of my life’s work and journey to a job like yours that I am avidly seeking. I also put some other great comments that customers left from my current job at the Lowe’s of Nampa, ID. I urge you to check out my site because I am searching for a job just like what you advertise on Indeed.com and LinkedIn. My current goal is to become certified as an Adobe Certified Professional to show I am qualified to work on any prospective clients.
I always had an interest in art and computers ever since I was a kid. I spent my young adolescent years learning how to draw, work on computers and creating artwork either by hand or digitally. I am a diligent worker, quick study, and ambitious. Every day at my current job I demonstrate the skills and characteristics that are ideal in the field I am looking to get into. I have a lot of interest and passion in this field, and I have room to grow and succeed wherever I end up working. I like working on computers at work but would love the opportunity to follow my dream of being an actual designer. Thank you taking your time to consider me as an applicant, and I look forward to talking to a representative about my qualifications, interests, and job duties regarding this application.
Best Regards,
Kevin Sundquist
Resume
Kevin D. Sundquist
Nampa, ID 83687
Nampa, ID 83687
kevinsundquist83@gmail.com
http://kevinsundquist.myportfolio.com
http://kevinsundquist.myportfolio.com
OBJECTIVE:
My objective is to obtain and join the team creating/developing excellent graphics and design for both print and web. I am seeking either a remote/contact position or permanent employee.
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Lowe's Home Improvement, Nampa, ID 83687
CSA Front End (Cashier)
(Rehired: 02/2022-Current).
Lowe's Home Improvement, Issaquah, WA 98027
CSA Front End (Cashier).
(Rehired: 04/29/2019-Left: 7/22/2021).
Lowe's Home Improvement, Issaquah, WA 98027
CSA Front End (Cashier).
(Rehired: 04/29/2019-Left: 7/22/2021).
All original duties surrounding the cashier position below but not excluding cleaning and physical duties throughout. Ringing up customers’ orders in various departments including the front end, lumber, and garden. I was a closer, so I took care of all the garbage, cleaning, and other duties.
Issaquah School District, May Valley, Washington (02/2019-04/17/2019).
Custodian-Floater. Vacuum, collect trash and recycle, and clean restrooms in site at local Issaquah School District campuses.
(02/2019-4/17/2019).
(02/2019-4/17/2019).
Lowe's Home Improvement, Issaquah, Washington 8/2005-02/2019.
CSA Frontend Cashier. Ringing up customers’ orders on a POS terminal and processing final sale. Closing cashier for lumber and sub for Frontend and customer service. (06/2018-02/2019)
CSA Frontend Cashier. Ringing up customers’ orders on a POS terminal and processing final sale. Closing cashier for lumber and sub for Frontend and customer service. (06/2018-02/2019)
Building Materials and Lumber CSA III. Customer assistance in product support, loading of product into contractor and customer vehicles, constant recovery of department merchandise and freight. Persistent learning of departments duties, products and services for customers and employees alike. Ability to operate the lumber saws, cut drywall, cull lumber and clearance out damaged product. Gained basic to advanced skill and knowledge in the department. (02/2018-06/2018)
Cashier: Providing excellent customer service to all Lowe’s patrons. Using basic arithmetic to manage, separate and count cash. I processed sales and returns at the customer service desk. Worked on the front end, returns, garden and finally as the closing lumber cashier. 11/2006-02/2018.
Garden Assistant/loader: Responsible for customer assistance with garden material. Help load plants and landscape materials into customer's vehicles. 8/2005-11/2006
Cashier: Providing excellent customer service to all Lowe’s patrons. Using basic arithmetic to manage, separate and count cash. I processed sales and returns at the customer service desk. Worked on the front end, returns, garden and finally as the closing lumber cashier. 11/2006-02/2018.
Garden Assistant/loader: Responsible for customer assistance with garden material. Help load plants and landscape materials into customer's vehicles. 8/2005-11/2006
Michaels Arts and Craft, Issaquah, Washington
(6/2003-8/2005)
Picture Framing Associate: I was responsible for daily sales and customer service at framing counter. Inputted framing orders and processed the final sale. I answered phones, stored, and filed artwork, and provided a safe and clean work environment. I gained basic measuring and selling skills.
Issaquah School District, Issaquah Washington
(2/2002-6/2002)
Webmaster Intern: I was responsible for attending weekly meetings, talking to staff about design and formatting issues, as well as implementing and follow through with the job objectives. I spent approximately one hundred hours designing, formatting, and putting the site ready for completion.
(Throughout the last decade or so): Other jobs lasting less than a year or less are: Issaquah School District, 3-Day Blinds, RGS Legal, ARCO (AM/PM) and some landscaping work after high school.
Webmaster Intern: I was responsible for attending weekly meetings, talking to staff about design and formatting issues, as well as implementing and follow through with the job objectives. I spent approximately one hundred hours designing, formatting, and putting the site ready for completion.
(Throughout the last decade or so): Other jobs lasting less than a year or less are: Issaquah School District, 3-Day Blinds, RGS Legal, ARCO (AM/PM) and some landscaping work after high school.
PAY HISTORY:
Issaquah School District (02/2019-04/17/2019): Waged at $21.21/HR
Lowe’s Home Improvement (8/2005-2/2019)
Started at $ 9.00/HR and recently waged at $16.05/HR.
Started at $ 9.00/HR and recently waged at $16.05/HR.
(04/29/19-07/22/2021): Rehired. Start wage $16.99/HR; current $17.68/HR.
(02/2022-Current: Rehired. Starting rehired pay: $14.55/HR; Current: $15.90/HR
Michael’s Arts and Craft (2003-2005)
Started at $ 7.25/HR and ended at $7.75/HR
Started at $ 7.25/HR and ended at $7.75/HR
Issaquah School District Internship (2002).
$10.00/HR wage.
$10.00/HR wage.
EDUCATION:
Southern New Hampshire University, On-line. Basic Graphic Design university level classes. Not completed.2023.
Western Washington University, Bellingham, Washington. Some basic college level classes. Not completed.2004-2005
Bellevue Community College, Bellevue, Washington, Associate in Arts and Sciences degree, 2004. Majoring in general studies and an emphasis in social science and technology. Graduated 6/2004.
Issaquah High School, Issaquah, Washington, General Studies Diploma, 2002. Emphasis in art and technology. Graduated 6/2002.
Qualifications and Skills:
Typing Skills:
Type with speed and accuracy. Experience with data entry at my job at Lowe's as a cashier. Over 20 years of data entry jobs in retail environments.
Multi-tasking:
Flexible with work schedule and able to troubleshoot challenging tasks and operations on a computer and “real-world” situations.
Flexible with work schedule and able to troubleshoot challenging tasks and operations on a computer and “real-world” situations.
Communication:
Great Customer Service Skills: Letting the customer talk but show both that you are listening and are ready to help when needed. Always smiling, engaging the customer and providing help when needed.
Experience in Programs:
Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Golive, and Microsoft word and Outlook.
Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Golive, and Microsoft word and Outlook.
Past Endeavors in High School:
Internship Experience: 2002. In high school I did a paid internship with Issaquah School District developing a website for the Issaquah High School career center. I utilized Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Golive to construct and put site ready for completion. The logo and navigation are proven skills created in Adobe Illustrator. I designed the website in Adobe Golive at the time, proven web site experience. One hundred hours of paid work experience.
High school Senior Project experience: 2002. I did my senior service experience on peer-instructing Digital Imaging students on the software known as Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. This was over 30 hours of community service, and it gives me experience with knowledge and expertise in these programs.
Past Website Navigation. 1998. Under my friend’s supervision I developed numerous websites navigation buttons and illustrations for a variety of clients. Also created a logo for print and web.
Words to describe my work ethic and personality:
Words to describe my work ethic and personality:
Detail-oriented:
Making sure to include both the major job and key components that bring out not only the final result but special details that enhance the piece of work or job.
Making sure to include both the major job and key components that bring out not only the final result but special details that enhance the piece of work or job.
Meticulous:
Special attention to small and key details in a project or task. I also believe in getting the job done right and working as a team to complete and make a good impression. Tasks completed at above expectations.
Special attention to small and key details in a project or task. I also believe in getting the job done right and working as a team to complete and make a good impression. Tasks completed at above expectations.
Consistent:
Provide a constant and similar approach to work and life. I live by the code of keeping my attire and attitude and performance the same or above work expectations.
Provide a constant and similar approach to work and life. I live by the code of keeping my attire and attitude and performance the same or above work expectations.
Future ambitions:
I am currently seeking to get certified as an Adobe Certified Professional so I can be qualified and a experienced professional at helping others on their projects and contract as well as future remote career.
Visit my Feed back page and comments I've received regarding this site and the work I've accomplished.
Letters of recommendations from my current job at Lowe's
