Ryan Olano

About Me

Combining my unique creativity with strong multi-tasking skills, I can maximize efficiency in even the fastest-paced environments. I have a proven, consistent track record of superior performance in both academic and corporate settings. I am determined and reliable, highly organized, a hard worker who can easily learn new software, technology, or procedures as required.

I am a graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology with two degrees (both Cum Laude); a Bachelors of Science in Visual Arts Management and an Associates in Display and Exhibition Design. Within these studies, my specific areas of focus included marketing and graphic design.

I am highly self-motivated, equally comfortable and effective whether working with clients, project teams, or with a diverse array of technology applications. I have extensive and current knowledge of many applications including the Microsoft Office Suite, and proficient on both Mac and Windows platforms. I am highly skilled using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat Pro, with good knowledge of Dreamweaver and HTML, Quark Express, and an understanding of basic Flash. Most notably, I have extensive training as an Apple “Specialist,” with in-depth knowledge and troubleshooting of Mac OS X, software and hardware.

I also have six years of practical and varied work experience. I most recently worked as an Apple Sales Professional at Tekserve, the prominent Macintosh repair shop and reseller. I interned at the Joseé Bienvenu Gallery, where I provided direct support to the Gallery Director. I was primarily responsible for various graphic design projects while assisting the Director in research, database and client contact managing, and supporting public relation initiatives. Prior to this internship, I worked at Max & Chloe, Inc. in a primarily administrative capacity. In this fast-paced position, I worked closely with clients, vendors and management. I also provided graphic design support to both the marketing and public relations departments.