Nina Muhammad

Grand Rapids, MI 49546 ~ nina.jameelah@gmail.com Experience: Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University March 2012 Present Admissions Counselor ! Meet with potential students to explain the program guidelines and application requirements, features and benefits of the college and how it relates to the students, as well as matching the student with a program that best fits their artistic talent and career objectives. ! Attend out of state events for recruiting purposes; such as National Portfolio Days, private college portfolio days, national and local college fairs as well as building and sustaining relationship with out of state high school counselors and teachers. ! Organize travel for out of state recruiting events such as booking flights, hotel reservations and car rental reservations; in addition to managing corporate travel card to ensure monthly balance is paid in full. ! Review student portfolios to determine if they meet KCAD requirements as well as give scholarships to students who exceed artistic expectations and show remarkable work ethic. ! Take inquiry calls from potential students interested in learning more information about programs, entrance requirements and academic standards. ! Review student applications to determine if they meet KCAD entrance requirements and determine acceptance accordingly. ! Conduct program advising as well as registration for incoming freshman and transfer students. Everest Institute, Grand Rapids MI September 2010 March 2012 High School Enroller ! Met with potential students to explain the program guidelines and requirements, features and benefits of the college and how it related to the students, as well as matched the students with a program that best fits their desires, qualifications and objectives. ! Provided basic information and routine advice, guidance and assistance to students using established procedures and policies on available programs, and eligibility requirements. ! Served as a liaison between student and campus, made all necessary enrollment forms available and assisted with completion as needed, in addition to reviewing applications and related documents for compliance. ! Addressed any easily resolved inquiries, questions, concerns or issues, to ensure appropriate action was taken to the satisfaction of the student, company, and regulatory agencies in compliance with policy, procedures and legal requirements. ! Took inquiry calls from potential students interested in learning more information about health programs and entrance requirements. ! Returned web inquiries and calls to potential students providing them with accurate information about the programs. WestForest Design, Holland MI December 2007 October 2009 (Company Closed) Design Specialist/Embroidery Manager ! Managed the Embroidery Dept. to ensure that the final product was of the highest quality before releasing it to the customer. ! Created vector designs for apparel, accessories, and vinyl posters using Photoshop, Illustrator and Corel DRAW. ! Implemented quality improvements to reduce any unforeseen problems while efficiently improving production. ! Created custom vector designs to enhance my customers visions while recreating their own custom designs. ! Conceptualized both visually and technically that all designs are administered correctly. ! Managed newly design products in order to meet and exceed daily production needs. Freelance/Contract: Nina Jays Illustration, INC (NJI) January 2008 Present ! Conduct interviews and portfolio reviews for potential NJI interns and volunteers to ensure the best fit candidate is selected for NJI current opening(s). ! Teach art classes & conduct workshops, which are guided by our four Artist Principles that will enhance our students artistic skills. ! Manage NJI mentor services & art competitions that focus on the importance of relationship building, networking and hard work. ! Design all advertisements for NJI events, art competitions, art classes and workshops using Adobe CS2 and Corel DRAW. ! Create class curriculums for NJI students to enhance their academic, creative and technical growth. ! Conceptualize and implement new avenues to successfully raise funds for all NJI needs. ! Manage the NJI website, to ensure it is appropriately updated and copy write protected. ! Work as a Freelance Digital and Traditional Illustrator. Education: University of Michigan Flint Master of Arts: Education Technology Expected Graduation Date: May 2015 Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University Bachelor of Fine Arts: Illustration Honors & Recognition: Academic Scholarship National Deans List KCAD Alumni Association KCAD Alumni Job/Networking Club Skills: Proficient: Microsoft Office Suite 2010: Word, Power Point and Excel Corel Draw; Design Shop Pro 2004 Vinyl Express; Kodak Prinergy System; May 2007 September 1999 - May 2001 August 2004 - June 2006 Present Present Adobe CS6: Photoshop, Illustrator and Image Ready Auto CAD 2000i; Auto CAD 2002; Architectural Desktop Free Hand Sketching; Drafting and 3D modeling