Riley Houlihan
Los Angeles
Summary
Goal-driven Graphic Designer successful at applying technical skills to create art to inform and engage customers. Clear communicator and collaborative team player with eye for detail and skilled in desktop publishing tools and graphic design software. Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Service
Play With Heart
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Created a Sports Club that promoted teamwork and engaged the community through player volunteerism.
- Planned special events such as fundraisers, community service initiatives.
- Scheduled events such as fundraisers or community service projects for the team throughout the season.
- Participated in community service projects that promote Christian values.
Volunteer
Surfrider Foundation
Malibu
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Volunteered throughout the summer for California beach cleanups. Removed trash, PFAS (forever plastics), and debris from the shoreline of Malibu.
Camp Counselor
Marlborough Summer Camp
Los Angeles
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed interactive, Star Wars-themed activities for kids (ages 6-10) that promoted empowerment and mindfulness in conflict resolution.
- Coordinated daily soccer drills and skills training for kids (ages 6-10) while fostering a passion for soccer through active participation in games.
- Supervised campers during activities and ensured safety protocols were followed.
- Organized and led engaging games and team-building exercises for youth participants.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and campers regarding daily schedules.
Volunteer
Hollywood Food Coalition (HFC)
Los Angeles
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Coordinated preparation and delivery of 50 sack meals monthly in decorated bags featuring positive messages for HFC outreach teams.
Intern
Hanlon Design & Build
Washington
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Upscale Custom Home Builders
- Assisted in creating design layouts using software tools and drafting techniques.
- Collaborated with team members on project planning and material selection processes.
- Conducted site visits to gather information for ongoing design projects.
Child Care Specialist
Los Angeles
- Babysat neighborhood kids ages 2-11. Developed and led engaging art projects each week, prepared meals, and established bedtime routines.
Education
BA -
Endicott College
massachusetts, USA05-2029
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Workspace
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Social Media management
- Content Creation
Community Service
- Play With Heart, 2024-2025, Created a Sports Club that encouraged players to volunteer as a team, to promote bonding, and make a positive impact within the community.
- Surfrider Foundation, 2021-2024, Malibu, CA, Volunteered throughout the summer for California beach cleanups. Removed trash, PFAS (forever plastics), and debris from the shoreline of Malibu.
- Hollywood Food Coalition (HFC), 2020-2022, Los Angeles, CA, Organized, purchased, and prepared 50 sack meals per/mo in decorated bags with positive messages and images for the HFC outreach teams.
Pronouns
She/Her
Coursework
- Drawing and composition I and II
- Introduction to computer Graphics
- Introduction to graphic Design
- Art History I and II
- Introduction to Photography
- Typography I
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Marlborough Summer Camp
06.2024 - 08.2024
Community Service
Play With Heart
01.2024 - 12.2025
Intern
Hanlon Design & Build
06.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Surfrider Foundation
01.2021 - 12.2024
Volunteer
Hollywood Food Coalition (HFC)
01.2020 - 12.2022
Child Care Specialist
BA -
Endicott College