Ismael Alexander Maldonado
Email: xman877@comcast.net
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Objective
Aspiring designer seeking to apply creative skills and a passion for art and play. Eager to learn, innovate, and contribute to spreading a positive life message.
Education
Lake Forest College, Lake Forest, IL
BA in New Media Art & Design (Expected Fall 2024)
College of Lake County, Grayslake, IL
Associate in Arts
Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship
Skills
Bricklink Stud.io
Proficient in various forms of LEGO building (mosaics, modular buildings, robotics, trains)
Solidworks Drafting
Procreate Software
Basic Java Programming
Intermediate Conversational Spanish
ChatGPT Prompt Writing
Adobe Suite Knowledge (Premier, Animate, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects)
Work Experience
Lake Forest Country Day School, Lake Forest, Illinois
Designer in Residence Intern, 2024-Present
Providing assistance to teachers and students alike in an educational setting.
Creating graphics that appeal to students of all ages, along with assisting and developing connections with students.
LEGO Brand Retail, Gurnee, Illinois
Sales Associate, 2021-2023
Provided exceptional customer service and LEGO product knowledge.
Collaborated with the team to create engaging in-store displays.
Activities
Member of Kenosha LEGO Users Group (KLUG), 2022-Present
Displayed at Brickworld 2023
College of Lake County Speech Club, 2022-2023
(Developed competitive public speaking and rhetoric skills)
Taught kids as a Supporting Instructor in Karate 2021-2023