Evelyn Lobos
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
I am a Graphic Designer with over 15 years' experience delivering projects from concept to completion. Based in Melbourne, Australia, I am seeking a full-time Graphic Designer role where I can leverage my skills in layout, typography, illustration and photography. Resourceful and deadline-driven, I thrive in collaborative environments and have led creative initiatives across publishing, advertising, fashion and education. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, I produce high-impact graphics, banners and presentations that strengthen brand identity and engage audiences.
As a deadline-driven Graphic Designer, am focused on overseeing projects from concept through to completion, resourceful and hardworking with empowering leadership illustrated over 15 years of industry success.
Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success. An all rounder who has gained skills in a variety of different industries such as in the design, print, music industry, book publishers, educational institutes, fashion house, newspapers and magazines. Working in these fields has allowed me to obtain some vast skills, excellent understanding of design principles, including layout, typography, illustrations, photography and ability to incorporate these skills to produce high quality graphics, including banners and corporate presentations. Along with being able to contribute to any team under the pressure of deadline, an environment in which I thrive in, as well as being part of a creative and productive team. I am able to prepare drawings, diagrams, and layouts and communicate design concepts with clients, printers and marketing I can and have done the choosing, proposing practical and aesthetic materials and media for publications and can document the selected design for production. And monitoring and completing the production in the chosen media which was agreed on by the client. I love to keep updating my skills, keen to learn and apply new skills and share knowledge with the team. Along with excellent attention to detail and proof-reading.
Overview
4
4
Languages
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation officer
Tullamarine Airport-MSS Security Aviation services
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Aviation officer working at domestic security screening at Qantas Domestic
- Negotiate-settle disagreements, help others to see all sides of the situation
- Fluent in 5 languages, was able to assist a lot of international tourists who were unable to understand some of the regulations, assisting in getting passenger onboard easing conflict
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Adhered to strict screening techniques and procedures while conducting human screenings.
- Maintained vigilance to detect and identify potential life-threatening objects or weapons of mass destruction.
- Discretely observed behaviour and demeanour of travellers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Conducted bag searches and performed pat-downs of passengers to maintain secure, safe premises.
- Operated X-ray screening machines and tools to screen people, containers and personal belongings for potential hazards and weapons.
- Used explosive detection machines and chemical swab systems to identify potential hazards.
- Assessed and analyzed individual behavior through casual conversations to identify potential security risks.
- Performed target searches on individuals exiting screening equipment to detect prohibited and dangerous items.
- Challenged and detained unauthorized individuals to prevent access to restricted areas, enhancing overall security.
- Conducted patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorised materials and items such as weapons.
- Operated scanning equipment to view internal structures of luggage, purses and other bags to check for prohibited items.
- Performed operational maintenance and calibration of equipment.
- Ensured safety of transportation operations at commercial airport through vigilant monitoring. at commercial airport
- Screened passengers by verifying IDs and boarding passes.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification and passports to prevent fraudulent GEORGE PATTERSON/BLAZE ADVERTISING
- July 2002-May 2024 (Covid closed our worksite)
Aviation Security Officer
Avalon Airport-MSS Security Aviation services
melbourne
07.2002 - 05.2024
- Aviation officer working at domestic security screening at Qantas Domestic
- Negotiate-settle disagreements, help others to see all sides of the situation
- Fluent in 5 languages, assisted a lot of international tourists who were unable to understand some of the regulations, assisting in getting passenger onboard easing conflict
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Adhered to strict screening techniques and procedures while conducting human screenings.
- Maintained awareness and focus to identify potentially life-threatening objects or weapons of mass destruction.
- Discretely observed behaviour and demeanour of travellers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Conducted bag searches and performed pat-downs of passengers to maintain secure, safe premises.
- Operated X-ray screening machines and tools to screen people, containers and personal belongings for potential hazards and weapons.
- Attended daily briefings with supervisors to discuss issues with security screening processes.
- Used explosive detection machines and chemical swab systems to identify potential hazards.
- Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behavior.
- Performed target searches on individuals exiting screening equipment to detect prohibited and dangerous items.
- Identified and challenged potentially unauthorised individuals for screening and detention in order to prevent access to restricted areas.
- Conducted patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Performed deep searches and pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and items such as weapons.
- Operated scanning equipment to view internal structures of luggage, purses and other bags to check for prohibited items.
- Performed operational maintenance and calibration of equipment.
- Safeguarded transportation operations at commercial airport
- Screened over passengers by verifying IDs and boarding passes.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification and passports to prevent fraudulent
- (Covid closed our worksite) Tullamarine Airport-MSS Security Aviation services
Graphic Designer
GEORGE PATTERSON/BLAZE ADVERTISING
Melbourne, VIC
01.2002 - 06.2002
- Created adverts based upon corporate templates and inserted text and graphics to these ads which were to go into THE AGE, Herald Sun
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as image sizes and font selection.
- Designed project layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and design work.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Designed creative digital displays used in on-line advertising for local businesses.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Completed in-depth product design tests with help of different software, models and design systems.
- Coordinated, created and scheduled content, designs and periodic updates to company website.
- Worked with Photoshop, Indesign and Lightroom to design systems to develop and present prototypes
- Worked with Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, Pagemaker, Word, to create all work
Graphic Designer
COMPUTERSHARE
Melbourne, VIC
04.2001 - 12.2001
- Creating finished artwork for print, digital & social platforms
- Create and deliver print elements: POS
- Image retouching ; Colour correction; Retouch blemishes; Removing backgrounds
- Coordinating and managing all finished artwork filing and supplying to all departments
- Create internal documents, presentations and business stationary
- Great time management
- Ability to follow & understand brand guidelines
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Attention to detail and proof reading
- Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom CC, Photoshop CC, InDesign CC & Illustrator CC
- File all work and formats
- Exporting artwork for print, both large & small scale
- Images ratios & resolutions for digital and print
- Worked with Computershare Programmers on the format for all style sheets which were to be used for all work inhouse
Graphic Designer
TOORAK TIMES
Melbourne, VIC
01.2001 - 03.2001
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Created adverts based upon corporate templates and inserted text and graphics to these ads
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Designed project layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Designed creative digital displays used in on-line advertising for local businesses.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Completed in-depth product design tests with help of different software, models and design systems.
- Coordinated, created and scheduled content, designs and periodic updates to company website
- Worked with Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, Pagemaker, Word, to create all work
Graphic Designer
DOCUMENTS ON CALL
Melbourne, VIC
01.2000 - 12.2000
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Designed project layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout in design work.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Designed creative digital displays used in on-line advertising for local businesses.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Completed in-depth product design tests with help of different software, models and design systems.
- Worked with Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, Pagemaker, Word, Photoshop, Indesign and Lightroom to design systems to develop and create all work
Graphic Designer
HOLMESGLEN TAPE
Melbourne, VIC
06.1998 - 12.1999
- Graphic Designer for Media Services at Holmesglen TAFE, worked with the printing and marketing department, as well internal and external clients and printers
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Engaged and managed relationships with external designers, printers and other suppliers
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Designed project layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Employed designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Designed creative digital displays used in on-line advertising for local businesses.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Completed in-depth product design tests with help of different software, models and design systems.
- Coordinated, created and scheduled content, designs and periodic updates to company website.
- Worked with Photoshop to enhance photos and artwork to be used in flyers/ brochures
- Researched trends and projected changes to capitalise on emerging opportunities.
- Worked with Pagemaker and Quark to create diaries/publications/flyers for school projects. Worked with Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, Pagemaker, Word, to create all work
Graphic designer
INPRESS MAGAZINE
Melbourne, VIC
06.1997 - 06.1998
- Filing adverts each week after use, for possible need to re-use
- Administration assistant to the Editor on Wednesdays
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
- Designed creative digital displays used in on-line advertising for local businesses.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Developed display, marketing and packaging materials to support product branding strategies.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Worked with Adobe Suite to develop and present prototypes for focus group evaluation.
- Worked with Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, Pagemaker, Word, to create all work
Graphic Designer
POLYPRINT AUSTRALIA
Melbourne, VIC
01.1997 - 06.1997
- Designing jobs into other languages for Government Departments and Advertising Agencies
- Engaged and managed relationships with external designers, printers and other suppliers
- Administration Assistant on Monday, filing all artwork and stories in accordance to projects and for possible re-use, kept all artwork from the printers, to make it easier for the re-ordering of new modules for Projects
- Translated work into Spanish
- Assisted Senior Designer with work that had to be altered for publication
- Worked with Translators, to get all work looking as best to the style outlined by client
- Liaised with printers on the covers of booklets, posters and flyers
- Kept regular filing of all work submitted by all translators, plus the artwork into correct folders for Projects as it was usually a big file and the regular updates had to be registered so as to not lose sight of where each project was at and this was an area where it was vital that organisation and eye for detail, were essential.
- Regular meetings with Senior Designer to get on top of which project was needing work, skills to be able to juggle projects and prioritise work logs were stretched to the max but you needed to keep a level head under the pressure. Communication amongst the team was vital to keep each project going and successfully completed.
- Worked with Illustrator, Photoshop, Quark, Pagemaker, Word, to create all work
Graphic Designer
INTERNATIONAL PRESS EDUCATIONAL BOOK PUBLISHER
Melbourne, VIC
06.1996 - 12.1996
- Designing educational books, maps, charts and videos into other languages
- Engaged and managed relationships with external designers, printers and other suppliers
- Worked with the translators which were called in for specific projects.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work.
- Designed layouts, templates and unique branded looks for books, maps, posters and board games
- Worked with translators, printers and the editor to gather and define requirements, establish scopes and managing project milestones.
- Created designs and collaborated with technical team to complete projects.
Graphic Designer, Photographer, Advertising Manager, Writer
ARTE MAGAZINE
Melbourne, VIC
06.1992 - 06.1996
- Assisted in the production of the monthly magazine featuring arts, fashion music in Melbourne magazine which highlighted events that were coming to Melbourne which were from concerts, theatre, art shows, musicals, movies, we included a food feature which included cafes and restaurants
- Engaged and managed relationships with external designers, printers and other suppliers
- Developed creative designs for customer adverts. Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Met with customers to present mock-ups and collect information for adjustments.
- Employed design fundamentals when selecting typography, composition, layout and color in design work. Applied creative expertise to present marketing concepts.
- Developed campaigns, led design and tracked results. Worked closely with clients to design effective promotions to meet customer needs and exceed sales goals.
- Inspected layouts and advertising copy and edited scripts, and other promotional material to adhere to specifications. Collaborated with media representatives to optimise coverage of special events.
- Attended customer meetings, trade shows and conferences as company representative.
- Utilised exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Performed advanced computer processing of images for assignments. Brainstormed with Editing department to determine new topics and stories. Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Proofread all work to be used in magazine with the editor. Inspected proofs to verify quality and determine needed adjustments and retouches. Archived photographs on computers and hard copies in filing cabinet in art room for re-use and archiving.
- Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
RMIT Printing and Graphic Arts
Melbourne, Australia 11-1992
Certificate I - IV - Graphic Design, photography, watercolour, illustration, oil painting, life drawing and photography
RMIT Printing and Graphic Arts
11-1990
Diploma - Fine Art in Design
Monash University
11-1989
Fine Art and Graphic Design -
Melbourne School of Art and Photography
11-1986
Certificate I in IV - Creative Arts HSC Certificate 2
La Trobe University
11-1985
HSC (Year 12) - English Literature, History, English, Maths, Geography, Science, Art, Music and Photography
Catholic College - Wodonga
12-1983
Trainer and Assessor
The Gordon TAFE
Geelong09.2027
Skills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Lightroom
- Quark Xpress
- Pagemaker
- Typography
- Illustration
- Layout Design
- Photography
- Translation
- Content Creation
- Proofreading
- Administration Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Limited
French
Elementary
Portuguese
Elementary
Timeline
Aviation officer
Tullamarine Airport-MSS Security Aviation services
12.2022 - 05.2024
Aviation Security Officer
Avalon Airport-MSS Security Aviation services
07.2002 - 05.2024
Graphic Designer
GEORGE PATTERSON/BLAZE ADVERTISING
01.2002 - 06.2002
Graphic Designer
COMPUTERSHARE
04.2001 - 12.2001
Graphic Designer
TOORAK TIMES
01.2001 - 03.2001
Graphic Designer
DOCUMENTS ON CALL
01.2000 - 12.2000
Graphic Designer
HOLMESGLEN TAPE
06.1998 - 12.1999
Graphic designer
INPRESS MAGAZINE
06.1997 - 06.1998
Graphic Designer
POLYPRINT AUSTRALIA
01.1997 - 06.1997
Graphic Designer
INTERNATIONAL PRESS EDUCATIONAL BOOK PUBLISHER
06.1996 - 12.1996
Graphic Designer, Photographer, Advertising Manager, Writer
ARTE MAGAZINE
06.1992 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop
RMIT Printing and Graphic Arts
Certificate I - IV - Graphic Design, photography, watercolour, illustration, oil painting, life drawing and photography
RMIT Printing and Graphic Arts
Diploma - Fine Art in Design
Monash University
Fine Art and Graphic Design -
Melbourne School of Art and Photography
Certificate I in IV - Creative Arts HSC Certificate 2
La Trobe University
HSC (Year 12) - English Literature, History, English, Maths, Geography, Science, Art, Music and Photography
Catholic College - Wodonga
Trainer and Assessor
The Gordon TAFE