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Bailey Smith
Master's Student UCLA - Library & Information Science
Versatile professional passionate about learning, preservation & books. Equipped with a keen eye for detail and a penchant for creative problem-solving. With a solid foundation in data management and organizational prowess honed through previous roles, I am poised to seamlessly navigate the complexities of new work environments. Adept at working collaboratively with colleagues and supervisors. Furthermore, my technical acumen extends beyond design software, encompassing proficiency in spreadsheet applications vital for meticulous data organization.
Experience
Collections Digitization Assistant
October 2024 - Present
Stairwell LA
- Scan and digitize a series of zines titled Loud Papers as part of an artist residency project.
- Input detailed metadata for each zine, ensuring accurate and organized records in the gallery's database.
- Manage and maintain the digital archive, ensuring files are preserved and easily accessible for gallery staff and researchers.
- Collaborate with resident artist and gallery staff to uphold metadata standards and best practices for digital archiving.
- Troubleshoot technical issues with scanning equipment and software to ensure a smooth digitization process
ESL Teacher
2024-Present
Interviewed & Trained Volunteer
LA Public Library
Create engaging and tailored lesson plans for ESL students at the Public Library. Take charge of the curriculum development and teaching methodologies, ensuring effectiveness and student engagement. Utilize multimedia resources effectively, including digital tools and visual aids, to enhance learning experiences. Collaborate with other volunteers and library staff to coordinate class schedules and activities. Adapt teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and language proficiency levels. Effectively manage classroom dynamics and foster a supportive learning environment.
Graphic Designer
2022 - 2024
DIRECTV
Conceptualize and design digital assets for social media channels and partners. Own the Brand Execution and Social team’s design process, ensuring efficiency and high-quality work. Contribute to studio shoots and video production with motion graphics and captioning. Manage workload with a large, multi-disciplinary remote team across multiple design projects and due dates.
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Boosted work efficiency and optimized design resource utilization via development of a structured design flow that centralized task tracking as well as a file organization system for all creative assets and work files.
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Quickly delivered major projects’ urgent large graphics design needs such as for the Soccer Champions League’s Big10 mega screen and full-scale media bus wrap. Exceeded static expectations with quick turn motion graphics.
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Handpicked to engage with celebrities and press at the People’s Choice Awards.
Graphic Designer
2021 - 2022
Cyvatar (Start-Up)
Joined as sole in-house designer, delivering compelling designs for all company departments. Maintained brand consistency, ensuring marketing collateral followed brand guidelines and consistently followed visual identity, typography color schemes and overall brand aesthetics. Engaged with external design agencies, setting the standard for the highest quality, technical and aesthetic work.
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Expanded company awareness, doubled the expected number of attendees, and attracted skilled artists to show their work through an effective SXSW activation with extensive outreach via social media and local channels. Led end-to-end activation event, from conception to execution and breakdown.
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Strengthened brand consistency and integrity by unifying logo usage and brand colors with a brand kit and guidelines on the use of a centralized, online brand resource.
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Played key role in the successful social media launch of a key product, enhancing brand awareness, visibility,
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Recognized with the Feb 2022 CyvaStar (Employee) of the Month for exceptional performance and contribution.
Artistic Intern
2018 - 2019
Prague Shakespeare Co.
Assisted in creating promotional materials and digital assets, collaborating with the marketing team to enhance visual communication strategies. Translated concepts into captivating visual designs, amplifying the company’s presence and effectively engaging with audiences.
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Increased visibility of the company’s productions by designing large posters hung at public transportation stops around Prague. Collaborated with the Artistic Director and the transport organization to ensure language and message accuracy.
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Planned and executed a 250-person international conference, coordinating logistics, activities, and schedules.
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Supported production of Shakespearean plays, contributing to rehearsals and stage management.
Education
Skills
Organizational Skills ⬧ Teaching ⬧ Cooperative Working Relationships ⬧ Attention to Detail ⬧ Technical Proficiency ⬧ Communication Skills ⬧ Time Management ⬧ Problem-Solving Abilities ⬧ Physical Ability ⬧ File Management ⬧ Project Management ⬧ On-Site Travel Flexibility ⬧ Graduate-level Research Skills ⬧ Desire to Learn
Chapman Univeristy
BA in English, Graphic Design
graduated Cum Laude