Shawn Olson
Graphic Designer / Photographer · Beachview Realty
Huntington Beach, CA
In My Own Words
It's always a puzzle to figure out how to effectively express forms of creativity in a unique way that engages its viewers. Art, Design, Photography, and Videography all present themselves with different means of making, that come with their own challenges and constraints. I have always been fascinated with the complexity of the beauty around, and have been drawn into the intricate inner workings of why things work the way they do. My curiosity and wonder in life keeps me pushing my creativity of my craft. Art always keeps me coming back for more, because of the endless possibilities that can be obtained. I enjoy bringing the natural beauty of the world into the studio, which inspires me to pursue the complexities of the overseen. I want to explore the intricacies of people and business to help them display their personal vision to their clients.
Work Experience
Graphic Designer / Photographer
Beachview Realty2017 – 2019
• Design brochures, flyers, and posters • Design map for plotting properties • Photograph properties • Shoot photos of Newport Beach a surrounding areas • Edit photos
Graphic Design Internship
Cobian Sandals2017 – 2017
• Create logo content • Create photo guide sheet • Prepping files for social media use • Shoot and edit photos • Videography • Video editing
Graphic Design Internship
American Decal2016 – 2016
• Prep art work for printing • Archiving die cuts • Cutting stickers • Creating films • Prepping and cleaning printers for printing
Dog Handler / Videographer
The Bone Adventure2014 – 2015
• Handle, control and take care of the dogs in the yard • Videographer and editor for Bone Adventure van video
Water Sports Goggle and Skateboard Assembler
Amphibian USA2011 – 2014
• Water Sports Goggle and Skateboard Assembler
Education
Graphic Design, Art and design concentration
Point Loma Nazarene University2015 – 2017
Graphic Design, Art and design concentration