work experience
Selan Law Firm
Graphic Designer & Head of Licensing | May 2017 - present
Currently creating marketing material and executive presentation packages for two large scale cannabis cultivation properties in Lancaster, Ca. Head of licensing various cannabis retailers, distributors, deliveries, manufacturers and cultivators throughout the state of California. Has developed a close relationship with state agencies such as California Department of Food and Agriculture - CalCannabis (CDFA), California Department of Public Health - Manufactured Cannabis Safety Branch (CDPH - MCSB), and the Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC).
MoBY (Museum of Bat Yam) — Bat Yam, Israel
Graphic Designer & Art Curatorial Assistant | February 2016 - November 2016
Created marketing content for exhibition. Assisted head curator selecting & interpreting different works of art that would be exhibited in a year long installment; The Kids Want Communism. Responsible for writing labels, researching catalog essays and other content supporting the exhibition. Participated in meet and greets with exhibition artists.
Jolyn Clothing Co. — Los Angeles, Ca
Graphic Designer & Marketing Assistant | September 2015 - September 2018
Responsible for creating digital marketing content for brand including all social media, website & newsletters. Assists marketing manager on projects directed at maximizing company profits & developing sales strategies.
DBDOTCOM — Calabasas, Ca
Ad Trafficker & Designer | May 2010 - May 2012
Assisted graphic design team in editorial layout, cover design, ads, on-site photo shoots & editing photos; feedback to clients helping them with the overall layout of their ad.
freelance
Jordan Selan — Los Angeles, Ca
Graphic Designer & Photographer | January 2012 - present
Create visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire and captivate an audience. Design promo art and marketing materials for local bands, musicians and artists. Create custom books of people’s travels, hobbies, families, special events, etc. Design innovative logos & branding strategies for clients & businesses. Independently photograph special events, portraits, etc. Proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator & InDesign
education
UCLAx — Los Angeles, Ca
Certificate - Design Communication Arts | June 2015
Certificate - Print and Graphic Communication, Advanced | June 2015
The University Of Colorado — Boulder, Co
BA in Art History & Studio Art | August 2011
- focus on modern art, photography & Italian Renaissance
Umbra Institute — Perugia, Italy
Study abroad program through the University of Colorado | Spring 2010
- focus on Italian Renaissance & photography
exhibitions
1. fight boring
Group show no. 1. Uclax, Photography 2 | Fall 2014
2. a Picture a Day
University of Colorado at Boulder | September 2010
Melanie Walker’s Photo 4 class exhibition for the Visual Arts Complex grand opening