Sillas Lee
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EDUCATION
Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design & Media Arts Expected May 2026
CERTIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Graphic Design: Adobe Creative Suite: (Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and InDesign)
Web Design: WordPress, Html 5 Coding
Illustrative: Clip Studio Paint
Photography: Lighting equipment, Sony & Nikon professional cameras, Photoshop (Photo editing)
DESIGN EXPERIENCE
Design Thinking Lab / SNHU Manchester, NH
Student Assistant September 2024-Current
- Designed visually compelling layouts using Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, ensuring brand consistency and engaging user experiences.
- Researched, prototyped, and developed creative and out-of-the-box design solutions for class clients, demonstrating strong problem-solving and adaptability in small-team environments.
- Applied observational and spatial awareness skills to create balanced compositions and designs while adhering to strict timelines and ensuring project completion by deadline.
- Recognized by faculty for strong teamwork and collaboration skills while communicating with peers and clients utilizing supportive and positive interpersonal skills to gather feedback and refine design concepts.
- Produced digital and print materials, such as packaging graphics, banners, posters, and t-shirts, effectively translating ideas into professional-quality visuals.
Media Design Club President 1/05/2025
- Oversaw team projects and ensured completion of all assignments through strong organizational and time management skills while providing supportive feedback to maintain healthy team dynamics.
Photo shoot / SNHU: Portraiture & Still Lifes 2023-2024
Intro to & Advanced photography Class
- Demonstrated strong eye for creative collages using photos.
- Utilized photoshop to enhance photos to create a visually compelling composition.
Neighborhood Works / SNHU Mural Painting 2022
- Demonstrated problem solving behavior under pressure.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Sociology Department / SNHU Manchester, NH
Learning Fellow January 2024-Current
- In depth understanding of course material and above and beyond performance in material.
- Interpersonal skills, teamwork with a diverse groups of people, leadership skills, thoughtful and intentional use of space and time
Humanities Department / SNHU April 2025
Manchester, NH
Graphic Designer – Team Member
- Designed a visually compelling layout using Illustrator and Clip Studio Paint, ensuring engagement and approval of the client.
- Clear communication and updates throughout the process to ensure the client is up to date on what is going on in real time.
Free Minds March 2025
Volunteer
- Expressed care for, and desire for growth, within the community.
Loads of Love
Manchester, NH
Volunteer February 2025
- Cut and tied swaths of fabric to make tie blankets for the homeless shelter to hand out.
Humanities Department / SNHU April 2024
Manchester, NH
Volunteer
- Helped explain the process of, and assisted in, helping peers make cyanotype prints.
PUBLICATIONS
Manatee / SNHU “Bird and a Garden” & “Painter” 2025
- Showcased exemplary skill in both short story fictional writing and poetry.
- Concise use of skills to create emotional, descriptive writing and a strong eye for story telling.
