
Brennan Smith
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About me
Graphic Designer at Dogwood Hill
Education

Auburn High School
2011 - 2015High School DiplomaActivities 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 - 2019Bachelors of Fine Arts Graphic Design SeniorActivities 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 2014Key Boarding DirectorResponsible 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 2016Swim InstructorPosition 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 - nowFreelance Graphic DesignerCreated 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 2017Graphic Design InternInternship 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 - nowGraphic DesignerAs 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 2018Graphic Design InternAs 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 2018Editorial Design InternAs 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 SmithDean'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 SmithDean'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 SmithLowell 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 SmithTower 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 SmithDean'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 SmithSeal 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 SmithDean'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 SmithDean'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 SmithWheeler 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 SmithDean'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 SmithDean's Scholarship - Aug 2015
- Awarded to Brennan SmithLeadership 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 SmithDean'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
Associated with Brennan SmithStudent School Sunday School Leader
Issued by Shades Mountain Baptist Church on Aug 2017
Associated with Brennan SmithVolunteer
Issued by Relay for Life on Apr 2015
Associated with Brennan SmithStudent Volunteer
Issued by Children's Miracle Network Hospitals on Jan 2016
Associated with Brennan Smith
Languages
- enEnglish
- spSpanish
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