Lexi Copeland

214 West 16^th St. Hays, KS 67601

(785)259-6432 email: lexinc1224@gmail.com

Objective

My main goal by displaying my achievements and academic interests within the field of fine arts and graphic design is to obtain future career and business opportunities. My overall goal within the next year is to accumulate an impressive body of work to be considered for the Bachelor of Fine Arts program at my university. The review will take into consideration my projects, work ethic, and future ambitions. I’ve always felt more comfortable working within a creative field and while working towards a degree in Communications I struggled figuring out a specific skill set. I’ve always heard that Fort Hays’ graphic design program is highly reputable and that graduates do very well. I figured I would give it a try. So far, everyone in the art department has been inspiring, welcoming, and enthusiastic. I feel very strongly that I’ll be able to build a future for myself while working towards this major. My background in the Communication Studies field will assist me in graphics because although I’m not the most organically artistic I have a wealth of knowledge in discussing my concepts and methods to others as well as accepting criticism and improving.

When looking towards my future my goals are still developing. More recently I’m focusing on improving my drawing skills and different elements of design. I also think I might be well suited to work as a creative director in my future. A creative director is a link between designers and clients. I think my communication background and my ability to speak with many different types of people would make me very well suited for that type of work.

Education/Experience

Kansas State University September 2009-August 2010

I worked towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree while majoring in Communications. I participated in theatrical productions through the university and took advanced leadership classes.

Fort Hays State University September 2010-Expectant Grad in 2014

I am currently majoring in Graphic Design under the instruction of Chaiwat Thumsujarit and Karrie Simpson Voth. I’m receiving invaluable education in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, typography, and design elements. I am also minoring in Communications.