About Me

I was born and raised in Colorado by a family nested in creativity. I’m a third generation Mexican - American and a first generation college graduate. With our roots now planted in Heath, Ohio I am, along with my wife and two children, proud to be a part of Licking County’s growth based on its rich and unique history.

Approving Mentions

“What Michael loves about teaching is helping learners develop the artistic and technical skills to better express themselves. His enthusiasm for creative projects is catching!”
- Carol Whitt, Director of Whatever Works Art Space

“...Although raised in Colorado, Michael Coronado has a special love for Licking County, particularly its history and architecture.”
- Newark Advocate, 09/07

“I know that he will be successful as a working artist because of his passion for creative expression.”
- Marcia Downes, Managing Director of The Works

Interests

  • painting
  • sketching
  • photography
  • reading
  • travel
  • biking
  • snowboarding
  • canoeing

Contact Info




Experience


Central Ohio Technical College
September 2007 - present, Instructor - Media Arts
As a full time instructor for COTC, I enjoy working with my students in order to increase their skill set, knowledge, and desire to continue to learn about digital media. The classes I teach range from graphic design history to introductory drawing, graphic design and web development.
Newark, OH | 740.366.1351 | www.cotc.edu

Container and Packaging Supply
August 2010 - present, Lead Designer
At CPS-Design we not only help clients to customize and design great packaging, we also offer full branding efforts and corporate identity to support small business growth.
Eagle, ID | 208.287.2659 | www.containerandpackaging.com

The Works Museum
November 2004 - September 2007, Creative Director
I worked closely with staff, committees, artists and exhibitors on projects ranging from interactive exhibits to printed promotional materials, event signage and web content. Working for a non-profit facility like The Works required excellent teamwork skills and strict adherence to deadlines and budgetary limits.
Newark, OH | 740.349.9277 | www.attheworks.org

Education


Central Ohio Technical College Class of 2005
A.A.S. Digital Media Design (3.73/4.0 GPA)

American Intercontinental University anticipated graduation date: March. 2011 B.F.A. Visual Communications - Web Design and Development

Software Proficiencies


  • Adobe CS4(Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Acrobat)
  • Final Cut Pro
  • XHTML and CSS3
  • PHP, MySql and Javascript
  • Mac and PC fluent

Community Contributions


Community Leadership Alumni, class 2007
Licking County Arts, member