Derek Shafer is a visual designer who recently graduated from Chapman University, now working as a UI/UX Designer & Creative Assistant at electrIQ marketing.
Education

Chapman University
BFA, Graphic Design
Minor, LGBTQ Studies
Magna Cum Laude

Aug 2016 – May 2020
University of Auckland
Study Abroad
Jul 2018 – Jan 2019
Courses & Skills
Adobe Creative Suite
Python, Java, HTML, & CSS
Prototyping
User Testing
Ethnographic Research
3D Modeling & Printing
Public Speaking & Presenting
UI/UX Design
Information Design
Branding & Ad Design
Illustration
Typography
Spacial Design
Awards & Exhibitions
Purcell Award, Chapman Art Department
May 2020

Visualizing Knowledge 2019 Showcase, Aalto University, Helsinki, Finland
May 2019
Maureen Bellettini Research Award
May 2019
Wilkinson College Grant Recipient
May 2019
Chapman Student Government Association Grant Recipient 
May 2019, November 2019
Chapman Graphic Design Portfolio Showcase
Apr 2018, 2019
Chapman Art Departmental Show
May 2017, 2018, 2019
Campus Leadership Award Nominee
May 2018
BFA Graphic Design Talent Scholarship
May 2016
Eagle Scout Award
Aug 2015
Experience
Electriq Marketing
Lead UI/UX Designer
Sept 2021 – present
UI/UX Designer & Creative Assistant
Jan 2021 – Sept 2021
Discovery, Inc.
Product Design Intern — Location-Based Entertainment
Jan 2020 – Apr 2020
IMAX
UI/UX Design Intern — Enterprise Solutions
Sep 2019 – Nov 2019
Chapman University Office of Diversity & Inclusion
Graphic Design Assistant
Jul 2019 – May 2020
Chapman Radio
Graphic Designer
Mar 2019 – May 2020
Design Network for Emergency Management
Designer
Aug 2018 – Present
Circle Advertising
Creative Director
Sep 2016 – May 2019
Chapman University Program Board
Graphic Design Assistant
Jul 2017 – May 2018
Publication
Contact
derekshaferdesign@gmail.com
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