AlisonSimao

Artist & Photographer

About Me

Hello! My name is Alison. I am a student currently pursuing my B.F.A in graphic design, and minor in photography at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. I have a strong passion for the arts, music, and technology.
I am constantly looking for ways to expand my horizons and grow within these fields.
Fluent in English and conversationally fluent in Portuguese.

Education

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

B.F.A. in Graphic Design. Minor in Photography

2018 - 2020

North Dartmouth, Massachusetts

Community College of Rhode Island

Associates of Arts

2015 - 2018

Warwick, Rhode Island. GPA of 3.42. Received honors

Mt. Hope High School

High School Diploma

2010 - 2014

Bristol, Rhode Island

Work

Outta The Norm Photography

Partner

2018 - 2019

Start up photography business I helped start up with a friend. Specialization in nature and creative based photography. I developed the website, social media branding, as well as promotional efforts on our Facebook page. https://www.outtathenormphotography.com

Elsie's Baked Goods & More

Associate

2015 - 2016

Job specific training included:

Customer service, retail, time management, and project management experience. Accepted payment from customers and made change as necessary. Assisted Coworkers. Kept the front room clean and organized. Maintained neat, orderly product displays. Gained extensive knowledge about the products sold. Created boxes of product upon request. Answered customers’ questions and addressed any comments or concerns in person or via phone. Took necessary steps to meet customer needs and provide a satisfactory experience.

Warren, Rhode Island
Contact me at | alisonsimao96@gmail.com

Skills

— Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Lightroom

— HTML, CSS, and Javascript

— DSLR & Film Photography - Black and White & Color photography. Subjects vary from landscapes, portraits, urban, and additional styles.

— Film Development & Printing - Traditional darkroom experience as well as digital printing

— Communications - Was an on-air personality for CCRI Radio's second semester run in the spring of 2018. Co-host of weekly music segment "Chill Out!"

— Microsoft Office

Awards

Scholarship

Anthony and Lillian J. Masi

2017

Recipient of the Anthony and Lillian J. Masi Scholarship at the Community College of Rhode Island.

Exhibition

Secret 7" 2013

A record sleeve cover I designed was accepted into the 2013 exhibition for Secret 7”. It was displayed at 'Downstairs At Mother' in Shoreditch, London from April 13-20. The piece was then sold with proceeds going to the charity 'Art Against Knives'.