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Mr. Burress, Rick

Consultant
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One of the three original Apple-certified consultants nationally, Rick has been a part of the desktop publishing since its inception, in 1984. He trains Design and Photography Superstars. His three created courses helped earn the Scottsdale Community College Graphic Design team the Frederick D. Kagy International Award for Excellence. Rick co-created the standards for the State of Arizona’s K-12 educational system for Graphic Arts. He “teaches the teachers” how to better instruct our future design stars using those standards. He has been a copywriter, artist, illustrator, ad agency creative director, television sales rep, marketing director, print salesman, consultant, trainer, and author. He has consulted, written for, and trained sales professionals, artists, advertising agencies, magazine publishers, and Fortune 500 companies, including Apple Computer, Adobe Systems, Rapp Worldwide, AT&T, Major League Baseball, Grand Canyon University, and Skyworks. He works as a consultant and lecturer and is a Professor at the Bryan Peterson School of Photography. He taught for 12 years as an Adjunct Professor at Scottsdale Community College: Digital Photography, Digital Color Theory, Intro to and Advanced Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator. He is respected for his practical approach, impartial opinions, and his effective, humorous way of delivering knowledge in plain English.

Sessions:

4784 - Social Media: Adobe Express

07/13/2024

8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Westin La Paloma

  • Communication Media Technologies
  • Interdisciplinary

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Are you ready to revolutionize your social media game and captivate your audience with visually stunning content? Look no further than our exclusive seminar dedicated to mastering Adobe Express—the ultimate tool for creating eye-catching graphics and captivating visuals! By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

4787 - Graphic Design & Photography: Creating a Winning Portfolio

07/13/2024

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Westin La Paloma

  • Communication Media Technologies
  • Interdisciplinary

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Join Our Seminar on Crafting a Winning Graphic Design and Photography Portfolio! Are you ready to elevate your graphic design and photography game? Do you dream of creating a portfolio that not only showcases your talent but also captivates clients and employers? Look no further! Our exclusive seminar is tailored just for you. By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

4785 - Film & Video: Intro to Adobe After Effects

07/14/2024

8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Westin La Paloma

  • Communication Media Technologies
  • Interdisciplinary

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Embark on a journey of creativity and innovation as Rick Burress, of Artistec Inc., guides you through a hands-on tutorial of the dynamic animation and video tool, “Adobe After Effects.” Whether you’re a seasoned educator or just starting to explore the world of animation, this workshop is your ticket to mastering After Effects from the ground up! By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional

4786 - Graphic Design & Photography: Pro-level Photo Composition

07/14/2024

1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Westin La Paloma

  • Communication Media Technologies
  • Interdisciplinary

*Session attendees, please bring your own device. Unleash the true potential of your visual storytelling with our exclusive live seminar, “Graphic Design & Photography: Process and Principles.” Join us for an intensive 3-hour session that will revolutionize your approach to layout, design, and photo composition, taking your skills to a professional level! By Expert Facilitator: Rick Burress, Industry Creative Professional