Colton Elder
Sooke,BC
Summary
Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Freelance Landscaper
Self Employed
, BC
06.2023 - Current
- Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for clients landscapes.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- installed rock paths and resurfaced landscapes for clients yards
- General garden maintenance
- Proposed and performed design for garden layouts
- Administration duties including providing estimates and client relations
Landscape Gardener
Rivers Landscaping
Victoria, British Columbia
05.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained existing landscapes by pruning, weeding and fertilizing plants.
- Transplanted trees and shrubs from one area to another within a property.
- Used hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hoes, for various tasks around the landscape garden.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Maintained lawn and garden areas using mowers, trimmers, and edgers to ensure neat appearance.
Pizza Cook
Pizzability
Sooke, British Columbia
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Trained new staff members on proper techniques for making various types of pizza.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any questions or concerns promptly.
- Responded quickly to customer orders while maintaining product quality standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff and applied positive reinforcement, promoting pleasant working environment.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Performed opening and closing duties as well as cash handling
Junior Graphic Designer
Midwest Sportswear
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Consulted with clients regarding project requirements such as size specifications, format considerations, paper selection.
- Maintained accurate records of all artwork generated including source files and final versions.
- Ensured that all designs adhered to brand guidelines established by the company's marketing department.
- Edited photographs using Adobe Photoshop to enhance quality and composition prior to print or web publishing.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring accuracy of work product.
- Created original designs, illustrations and layouts for logos, brochures, newsletters and other marketing materials.
- Applied color theory principles when selecting colors for various graphic design projects.
- Utilized knowledge of typography principles to create visually appealing graphics.
- Worked closely with printers to troubleshoot any technical issues related to printing processes.
- Assisted in the production of digital content for websites, email campaigns and social media platforms.
- Produced high-quality visuals by utilizing a variety of software applications including InDesign and Illustrator.
- Worked with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing.
- Developed, designed, laid out and produced variety of technical illustrations for brochures, banners, and signs.
- Utilized typography, color, and layout to enhance visual communication and message clarity.
- Created print materials, such as brochures, flyers, and business cards, from concept to completion.
- Implemented client feedback into design revisions, ensuring final deliverables met project requirements.
Before and After School Care Leader
YMCA of Saskatoon
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Created a welcoming atmosphere in classrooms by greeting each student every morning and afternoon with enthusiasm.
- Provided basic first aid services when needed for minor injuries sustained during physical activity.
- Planned team building exercises designed to foster collaboration amongst classmates.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Visual Communication
Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat, AB06-2015
Skills
- Landscape design
- Plant Knowledge
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Irrigation installation
- Project management
- Contract management
- Organization skills
- Digital illustration
- Graphic presentations
- Video editing
- Design research
- Graphic design expertise
- Sketching and rendering
- Adobe creative suite
- Quick Learner
- Supervision
- Leadership training
- Sportsmanship
- Visualization techniques
- Coachability
- Strategic thinking
- Sport-specific techniques
- Competitive spirit
- Self-discipline
- Athletic training and coaching
- Competitive
- Personable and friendly
- Adaptable
- Performance review
- Mentoring
- Hand-eye coordination
- Flexibility and mobility
- Physical strength
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Responsible
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- Serving It Right
Accomplishments
- Competitive figure skating
- Orange belt in karate
- Volunteer work in Trinidad and Tobago repairing and painting the living area and church
Affiliations
- Song writing and composing
- Audio engineering
- Guitar playing
- Singing
- Writing
- Poetry
- Illustration and design
- Fashion design
- Pianist
- Music recording
- Gardening
- Unicy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Freelance Landscaper
Self Employed
06.2023 - Current
Landscape Gardener
Rivers Landscaping
05.2022 - 10.2022
Pizza Cook
Pizzability
11.2021 - 04.2022
Junior Graphic Designer
Midwest Sportswear
10.2016 - 04.2017
Before and After School Care Leader
YMCA of Saskatoon
10.2015 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Visual Communication
Medicine Hat College