Brennan Smith

Brennan Smith

Key Boarding Director

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Graphic Designer at Dogwood Hill

  • Education

    • Auburn High School

      2011 - 2015
      High School Diploma

      Activities and Societies: Auburn High School State Champion Swim Team, DECA, Spanish Honors Society, National Honors Society, and Top 12% of class with a 4.1 GPA

    • Samford University

      2015 - 2019
      Bachelors of Fine Arts Graphic Design Senior

      Activities and Societies: Alpha Lambda Delta National Honor Society, Kappa Pi International Honor Art Society, Phi Mu Alpha Gamma, T-Shirt Chairman for Phi Mu, Homecoming Chairman for Phi Mu, and Freshman Recruitment Team Active member of Phi Mu Alpha Gamma, Alpha Lambda Delta, and Kappa Pi. Achieving high grades while volunteering and participating in local events in the Birmingham area.

  • Experience

    • Moores Mill Animal Hospital

      May 2012 - Aug 2014
      Key Boarding Director

      Responsible for the health and well being of the animals that were boarding and visiting. Groomed animals before returning to owners. Communicated with a team in order to find the best solution for the animals. Interacted with pet owners and veterinarians consistently.

    • Auburn Aquatics

      Jan 2014 - Aug 2016
      Swim Instructor

      Position included instructing swim lessons to younger children, communicating with parents daily, organizing multiple items for swim meets, handling revenue at concessions, and directing multiple children to proper lanes for races.

    • Brennan Smith Designs

      Aug 2016 - now
      Freelance Graphic Designer

      Created multiple projects for an array of clients. Works consisted of invitations, stationery sets, business cards, greeting cards, and other various projects. Continually working on my skills and techniques daily.

    • Ballistic Agency

      Jun 2017 - Aug 2017
      Graphic Design Intern

      Internship included designing newsletters, banner ads, and logos for clients. MailChimp, Wrike, and other task management program were utilized daily. Job also included photographing products and staying in communication with clients daily.

    • Dogwood Hil

      Feb 2018 - now
      Graphic Designer

      As a graphic designer for a small business, my roles and responsibilities vary greatly but that's what makes it so fun! I primarily design out suites for each holiday launch, however, I also review the design and functionality of products on our website. Each day presents a new opportunity to learn the behind the scenes of a small, yet growing business.

    • Charleston Magazine

      May 2018 - Aug 2018
      Graphic Design Intern

      As a member of the editorial staff of a nationally recognized regional magazine, tasks include designing spreads for all five magazines published by the company. Summer internship also includes editing images, reaching out to clients for imagery and content, and finalizing final designs before being sent to the press.

    • Cooking Light + Food & Wine

      Aug 2018 - Dec 2018
      Editorial Design Intern

      As the editorial design intern for the two magazines, I worked directly with the creative director and team managing tasks, responsibilities, and designs. I was responsible for creating front and back of book designs, updating the designer's wall for the current issue, and attending team meetings.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Water Safety Instructor Certification

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - Dec 2018 Recognized on the Samford University's Dean's List after having earned a GPA of 4.0. Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - May 2018 Recognized to the dean's list after spring semester of junior year with a cumulative GPA of 3.95.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Lowell Vann Scholarship - May 2018 The Lowell Vann Scholarship is awarded based upon a recommendation to a student who embodies a strong work ethic and ability to create well-developed pieces. This scholarship is awarded by the Chair of the Department of Art.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Tower Medal - May 2018 Awarded an academic honor award based on current class standing and GPA as a junior in the School of the Arts. Medals require a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher and at least 12 GPA hours.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - May 2017 Recognized on the Samford University's Dean's List after having earned a GPA of 3.85. Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Seal Award - May 2017 Awarded an academic honor award based on current class standing and GPA as a sophomore in the School of the Arts. Medals require a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher and at least 12 GPA hours.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - Dec 2016 Recognized on the Samford University's Dean's List after having earned a GPA of 3.95. Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - May 2016 Recognized on the Samford University's Dean's List after having earned a GPA of 3.8. Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Wheeler Medal - May 2016 Awarded an academic honor award based on current class standing and GPA as a freshman in the School of the Arts. Medals require a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher and at least 12 GPA hours.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - Dec 2015 Recognized on the Samford University's Dean's List after having earned a GPA of 3.95. Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's Scholarship - Aug 2015
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Leadership Scholarship - Aug 2015 The leadership scholarship is available for students enrolled as a full-time student and maintain a cumulative 2.5 Samford GPA. This award recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding leadership throughout their high school years
    • Awarded to Brennan Smith
      Dean's List - Recognized on the Samford University's Dean's List after having earned a GPA of 3.85. Dean's List is the highest academic recognition given by the school at the end of each semester.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • University Ministry Student Leader

      Issued by Shades Mountain Baptist Church on Aug 2017
      Shades Mountain Baptist ChurchAssociated with Brennan Smith
    • Student School Sunday School Leader

      Issued by Shades Mountain Baptist Church on Aug 2017
      Shades Mountain Baptist ChurchAssociated with Brennan Smith
    • Volunteer

      Issued by Relay for Life on Apr 2015
      Relay for LifeAssociated with Brennan Smith
    • Student Volunteer

      Issued by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals on Jan 2016
      Children's Miracle Network HospitalsAssociated with Brennan Smith