Amin Swessi This is Me

Education

 Web References

1. 1. The Chronicle - Alumnus causes a ‘Ruckus’

   www.thecampuschronicle.com/fea - [Cached]

   Published on: 2/16/2007   Last Visited: 2/17/2007

   Amin Swessi is connected to the Savannah College of Art and Design in more ways than just as an alumnus. In addition to earning Bachelor of Fine Arts (2001) and Master of Fine Arts (2004) degrees in graphic design, Swessi has developed book concepts for Design Press, has worked as a SCAD admission representative and has served as a graphic designer at college printing.
   
   These diverse experiences have prepared him for the position he now holds as art director and creative director for Ruckus Network, an online music and media service geared toward college students and supported by advertising.
   
   Ruckus is a free network that enables students to "explore, engage and express themselves through music and media, without the risk of illegal peer-to-peer services," Swessi said.
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   Swessi said his assignments and courses at SCAD prepared him well for the professional realm.
   
   "[My] professors , provided compelling projects that inspired [me] to produce industry-standard work at the collegiate level," he said. "While working at SCAD, I found my colleagues to be top-class designers, motivated and inspired artists who strove for excellence in their work. , From them, I gained critical feedback in the ,real world' environment."
   
   In addition, Swessi has always turned to SCAD for hiring new talent and receiving moral support. SCAD alumni have contributed animation, photography and design work to Ruckus.
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   "I must give credit to my friends at SCAD, as they are my first resource when content or advice is needed," Swessi said.
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   "I like designing for and being involved in the current ,college scene,'" Swessi said.

2. 2. Savannah College of Art and Design: Alumni and Parents/Where Are They Now?

   www.scadgalleries.com/alumni/w - [Cached]

   Published on: 6/24/2004   Last Visited: 6/20/2005

   Amin Swessi (B.F.A., graphic design, 2001; M.F.A., graphic design, 2004) lives in Herndon, Va., and is senior designer with Ruckus Network.

3. 3. Savannah College of Art and Design: Alumni and Parents/Where Are They Now?

   www.scad.net/alumni/where/dire - [Cached]

   Published on: 3/21/2004   Last Visited: 11/12/2004

   Amin Swessi (B.F.A., graphic design, 2001; M.F.A., graphic design, 2004) lives in Herndon, Virginia, and is senior designer with Ruckus Network.