Experience

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  Jessica Kobeissi Photography

  • Dearborn, Mi

  • Owner

    • Aug 2011 - Present
    • Dearborn, Mi

    Created and managed self-run photography business, including website, contracts and PR.Art directed and shot photo sessions, followed by retouching and consultation with clients.Shot a full 10-page fashion editorial for StyleLine Magazine's December 2013 issue, as well as landed the cover.

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  Centigrade

  • Birmingham, Michigan

  • Junior Graphic Designer

    • Nov 2012 - Jun 2014
    • Birmingham, Michigan

    Junior Graphic Designer.

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  Best Buy

  • Dearborn

  • Customer Specialist

    • Sep 2009 - Oct 2012
    • Dearborn

    Handled sales and provided product solutions to customers. Strengthened communication skills by successfully selling Geek Squad Protection plans.Assisted customers with issues arising from different types of products across all digital platforms and offered solutions to meet their specific needs.

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  Ambassador Magazine

  • Birmingham, MI

  • Graphic Design Intern

    • May 2012 - Sep 2012
    • Birmingham, MI

    Photographed, art directed and post processed (including retouching) a jewelry advertisement for Denise Ilitch Designs. Published in Ambassador Magazine's September issue. (page 32)Worked closely with a stylist and makeup artist for photoshoots.Designed various spreads for the magazine, including a 4 page "Street Chic" issue. Recruited, interviewed, and followed up with subjects for various articles.Photographed article subjects and magazine events.

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  Art Van Furniture

  • Warren, MI

  • Graphic Design Intern

    • Jun 2011 - Sep 2011
    • Warren, MI

    Researched, created, and developed furniture brand identity in collaboration with other designers.Contributed to employee yearbook on a strict deadline.

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  Swimchick.net

  • Owner

    • Jan 2005 - Jan 2011

    400 visitors per day from a strong and regular visitor base of 7 years.Created original design resources (textures, brushes, etc.) and tutorials to offer for aspiring designers and hobbyists.

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  Magical Stardust Composition

  • PSDtuts.com

  • Author

    • May 2010 - May 2010
    • PSDtuts.com

    Published on worldwide leader in photoshop resources PSDtuts.com.Topped “BEST OF 2010” tutorial listings at WebDesignerDepot.com and various others.