scarff.brianna@gmail.com
(206) 819-2852

I'm a chronic optimist with a relentless work ethic.
I have a passion for storytelling and a knack for
creative problem solving.

BA in Visual Communication Design
International Relations & Creative Writing
Seattle Pacific University / 09
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Experience:
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Graphic Design & Marketing / Modern-Shed
Modern-Shed (modern-shed.com)
(2010-present)

Responsible for establishing the Modern-Shed brand
and marketing - print, web, signage, etc.

Managing immense variety of tasks - from large scale
projects to tedious production work and various
writing (including press releases, etc)

Developing online presence via social media
and company URL

Communicating effectively with owner / architect
as well as national company representatives, to
share vision for marketing goals and visual delivery

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Junior Graphic Designer / SPU Communications
(08 - 09)

Saw variety projects from concept to completion -
collaborating with writing professionals, engaging
with clients and printers through the process
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Writer + Marketing Intern / evo.com
(07 - 08)

Performed heavy research in merchandise and
target market relating to the brand

Developed technical/persuasive copy writing
on lifestyle apparel, ski and snowboard gear and
outerwear, wake and skateboard gear

Assisted with evo product in-house photo shoots in
addition to post-production photo editing

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Deckhand and Stewardess, Yacht Crew Charter Service
(09 - 10)

Diligently maintained 12+ hour work days (for 1-2
weeks’ time) aboard charter excursions, serving guests
and maintaining pristine cleanliness on the vessel with
unyielding attention to detail (interior-exterior)

Maintained attentive and personable relations with
guests, quickly adapting to their particular wants
and needs

Quickly learned new skills under pressure, such as
operating motorized equipment and creative cooking
as aid to hired chef

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University Events Coordinator / AIGA
(08 - 09)
Coordinated professional guest speakers, organized
volunteers and planned events revolved around
students exposure to professional design and fostering
a creative community.
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Ski and Snowboard Instructor, Outdoors for All
(08-10)
Engagement with physically and developmentally
disabled children and adults, to teaching techniques
and sharing a love for the sport