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BRIAN D. TIMMER
2111 Kasold Dr. G102 Lawrence, KS 66047 (586) 604-6314 brian@btimmer.com

OBJECTIVE

To secure a full-time position that utilizes my creativity and satisfies my enthusiasm for working with people.

EDUCATION

1998-2003 Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI
Bachelor Of Fine Arts, Painting
Accumulated GPA: 3.27
Recipient of numerous art awards including a travel/study award in 2002.
Dean’s List, Winter Semester 2002

EMPLOYMENT

Ophthalmic Technician
Pohl & Dobbins Optical Lawrence, KS
Helping customers select frames and lenses and pre-screening patients.

Assistant Manager Years Employed: August 2004-July 2005
D.O.C. Optical Rochester, Michigan
Handling sales and assisting with management responsibilities such as keeping employees on task, handling customer service, and training new employees.

Sales Representative Years Employed: May 2003-August 2004
D.O.C. Optical Rochester, Michigan
Helping customers select frames and lenses and striving to meet company sales goals.

Teaching Assistant Years Employed: 2001-2002
Western Michigan University, College of Fine Art Kalamazoo, Michigan
Assisting art history professor with audio visual equipment and general class organization as well as interacting with students.

SKILLS & INTERESTS

- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Adobe Photoshop, and Powerpoint.
- Skilled in computer imaging.
- Artist proficient in a variety of mediums including oil, acrylic, and graphite; capable of realistic to abstract renderings.
- Innovative and creative thinker able to brainstorm unique ideas and solutions.
- Enthusiasm for working with people.
- Interests include travel, swimming, music, writing, and creative studies.

REFERENCES

Pohl & Dobbins Optical
831 Vermont Street
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 843-5665
Contact: Mickie Nodolf

D.O.C. Optical
3160 S. Rochester Rd.
Rochester, MI 48307
Contacts:
Jackie Bawcum (248) 853-4141
Pat Grocki (313) 962-5310

Western Michigan University, Art Department
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 387-2460
Contact: Dick Keaveny