RESUME

B.  C H R I S T O P H E R  L I T T L E
8034 N. Brandon Avenue
Portland, OR  97217
619.890.6865 (direct) -- 503.985.6865 (alt)
chris6865@gmail.com -- simbaspot.com
S U M M A R Y   O F   I N T E N T
Seeking an innovative, creative, and challenging environment to compliment my 15 year independent & professional design experience.
  • Enjoy using psychology, logic and aesthetics to inspire design concepts into rewarding solutions that provide attention, impact and meaning.
  • Adept and resourceful in many technical applications (CAD, web, print, database) and in a variety of artistic styles.
  • Proactive insight to develop unique, successful and organized strategies for team, one-on-one, and independent endeavors.

E D U C A T I O N
Art Institute of California,  San Diego, CA -- B.S. , Highest Honors – Interior Design   2004 - 2007
Pitzer College,  Claremont, CA -- Psychology  1989 - 1990
Dixie College,  St. George, UT -- Computer Science & Theatre Arts   1984 - 1985

P R O F E S S I O N A L   E X P E R I E N C E
freelance/self-employment -- Space Planner, Interior Designer & Graphic Designer  Jul 2007 - present
  • Consult with clients to identify architectural needs, desires and problems in order to successfully solve design requirements for layout, flow, aesthetics, durability and personality.
  • Create and implement design solutions that utilize all client-expressed requirements, yet exceed physical expectations and provide greater overall value than anticipated.
            Cactus Drive Residence, Twentynine Palms, CA – Residential floor plan, layout, & design.
            Historic Kenton Firehouse, Portland, OR – Historic facilities vision, color, & paint consultant.
  • Design unique brand identities thru logos, icons and images for stationary, web, promotional and merchandising opportunities.
            Baldy View Elementary, Upland, CA – Mascot, masthead & t-shirt design
            Kenton Neighborhood Association, Portland, OR – Identity, branding & logo design.

Target,  Portland, OR --  InStocks Team Member & Team Lead On Duty (as needed)   Oct 2012 - present
Maintained accurate inventory levels thru sales floor product management, accounting errors, theft and stockroom rotation.
  • New Team Member Trainer needed to welcome, assist and educate new team members.
  • Flexible and versatile in filling in as cashier, sales floor, receiving, and stockroom team member positions, as well as guest service team lead and team lead on duty as needed.

E.D.M.C. (The Art Institutes),  San Diego, CA --  Peer Mentor & Student Tutor  Apr 2005 – Jun 2007
  • Combined classroom lessons, my experiences and my tutorial skills to assist in peer education outside of the classroom regarding art principles, design techniques and their applications.

City of San Diego,  San Diego, CA -- Sr Drafter, Jr Engineer, & GIS Tech   Sep 1996 – Sep 2005
  • Organized and implemented a citywide geographic database for digital mapping, city planning, and the permit processing system.
  • Established standards to verify work accuracy ensure technical uniformity and digital document creation.
  • Performed daily tasks to meet project expectations, timely deadlines and technical accuracy.
  • Modified training procedures, operational routines and physical space planning to ensure and improve quality operations and results.

S E C O N D A R Y  &  S U P P L E M E N T A L   E X P E R I E N C E
previous retail experience:  (addl details upon request)
Retail Management  Jun 1984 - Sep 1996
  • Recruited, trained and motivated retail sales staff and management.
  • Improved staff and client satisfaction via communication and customer service skills.
  • Increased profitability by managing inventory, theft, and adaptation to market demands.
            Lechters Housewares, Inc.,  El Cajon, CA -- Store Manger & Trainer
            Warehouse Entertainment,  Carlsbad & San Diego, CA -- Store Manager
            Blockbuster Video,  Cerritos, Palos Verdes & Torrance, CA -- Store Manager & Mgmt Trainer
            HomeFed Bank,  Arcadia, West Hollywood & Irvine, CA -- Branch Supervisor
            May Company,  Montclair & Brea, CA -- Department Manager
 
Disneyland,  Anaheim, CA -- Parade Aide  Apr 1983 – Aug 1983
  • Provided entertainment to Disneyland park guests

V O L U N T E E R   E X P E R I E N C E,   A F F I L I A T I O N S   &   A C C O M P L I S H M E N T S
Highest Honors Graduate, Art Institute of California,  San Diego, CA
Fraternity Officer – Treasurer, Delta Psi Omega, Dixie College,  St. George, UT
Board Member/Vice-chairperson – Kenton Neighborhood Association,  Portland, OR
Member,  Portland Area Theatre Alliance,  Portland, OR
Volunteer – Triangle Productions!,  Portland, OR
Volunteer – Oregon Humane Society,  Portland, OR
Student Member, American Society of Interior Designers,  San Diego Chapter
Volunteer Stagehand – Karousel Kids, Inc.,  Claremont, CA
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Cactus Drive

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Baldy View
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Kenton
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triangle!