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RUBEN SMITH-ZEMPEL

RAINY PEAK CYCLERY

(2006 - Present) - Cottage Grove, OR
WEBMASTER
Overview: Instrumental in developing in company web presence and implementing an e-commerce solution. Responded rapidly to changing business needs and implemented a method of reaching customers on a personal level. Business saw a remarkable upswing in client base after e-store was created, resulting in greater sales.

PARADIGM CONEPTS

(2005 - Present) - Melbourne, FL
PRINT DESIGNER
Overview: Responsible for turning raw images and text into fully developed print products. Instrumental in the creation and development of two different book lines, both of which were nominated for several industry awards. Dealt with printers to ensure proper color correction and print alignment to ensure high quality results. Consistently produced excellent results under tight deadlines with little to no lead time.

LUCID DREAM DESIGN

(2002 - Present) - Portland, OR
OWNER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Overview: Provided unique web and print solutions for a variety of clients with different needs. Worked closely with clients to craft visual solutions for both business and personal needs. Responded to criticism and changing needs to produce high quality print, web, and graphic designs.



AWARDS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

2008 - ENnie Game of the Year Nomination(Witchhunter: the Invisible World)
2008 - ENnie Best Supplement Nomination (Codex Arcanis)
2007 - ENnie Production Values Winner (Tales of the Caliphate Nights)



EDUCATION

Pacific Northwest College of Art
(Sept. 2002 to May. 2007) Portland, OR
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Photography

Lawrence University
(Sept. 1998 to Dec. 2001) Appleton, WI
Transfered to Pacific Northest College of Art

Elkton High School
(Sept. 1994 to May 1998) Elkton, OR



TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES

  • Adobe Dreamweaver
  • Adobe InDesign
  • Adobe Flash
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Bryce 3D
  • Corel Painter
  • Quark XPress

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Chemical Photography
  • Computer Troubleshooting
  • Darkroom Proficiency
  • Digital Photography
  • HTML/DHTML
  • Javascript
  • Studio Lighting