Dean Merrill Email & Phone Number

Three Rivers, Ca, Us

Maine, United States

Portland, Maine Area

Swallowtail, LLC is a creative company specializing in commercial and documentary video production, narrative film cinematography, video post-production, and photography. I have worked with a variety of national and international brands such as: L.L. Bean, Cole Haan, Ralph Lauren, National Geographic, Vineyard Vines, HP, Magnolia TV, Reebok, Allagash Brewing, and more.Creative Vision:Set and maintain the creative direction, providing inspiration, innovation, and leadership to the… Show more Swallowtail, LLC is a creative company specializing in commercial and documentary video production, narrative film cinematography, video post-production, and photography. I have worked with a variety of national and international brands such as: L.L. Bean, Cole Haan, Ralph Lauren, National Geographic, Vineyard Vines, HP, Magnolia TV, Reebok, Allagash Brewing, and more.Creative Vision:Set and maintain the creative direction, providing inspiration, innovation, and leadership to the projects team.Client Relations: Cultivate and manage client relationships, ensuring exceptional client experiences, understanding their goals, and translating their vision into creative solutions.Project Management: Oversee projects, from concept development to final delivery, ensuring they meet high creative standards and client expectations.Team Leadership: Lead and manage a dedicated team of creative professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment on and off set.Hands-On Creativity: Utilizes extensive skills in cinematography, editing, color grading, and photography.Quality Assurance: Ensure that all creative work maintains a high standard of quality, creativity, and originality.Budget Management: Oversee project / department budgets, and resource allocation to stay inline with the scope of each project. Show less

Portland, Maine

TEDxDirigo was an independently organized TEDx event that has been dedicated to spreading ideas and sparking conversations since its inception. As the License Holder and Founder, I was an integral part of this passionate and innovative team, committed to the mission of TED: "Ideas Worth Spreading."As the License Holder and Founder of TEDxDirigo, I was responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, and organization of the TEDx event. The role encompassed various facets… Show more TEDxDirigo was an independently organized TEDx event that has been dedicated to spreading ideas and sparking conversations since its inception. As the License Holder and Founder, I was an integral part of this passionate and innovative team, committed to the mission of TED: "Ideas Worth Spreading."As the License Holder and Founder of TEDxDirigo, I was responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, and organization of the TEDx event. The role encompassed various facets, including event planning, team management, speaker selection, graphic and web design, video production to post production, and community engagement. This position was an amazing opportunity to shape the intellectual and creative discourse within the community.Event Curation:Curated and shaped the TEDxDirigo event program, ensuring with the team a diverse lineup of inspiring speakers and performers who can ignite thought-provoking discussions and provide unique perspectives on a wide range of topics.License Management: Upheld the TEDx brand guidelines and adhered to the terms of the TEDx license. Managed all aspects of the license agreement, including compliance and reporting requirements.Team Leadership: Built and lead a dedicated team of volunteers responsible for various aspects of event planning, including logistics, marketing, sponsorship, and speaker relations.Speaker Selection: Work with the TEDxDirigo team to identify, recruit, and support speakers with captivating ideas and stories that align with the TEDx mission.Event Planning: Oversaw aspects of event planning, including venue selection, logistics, ticketing, and audience engagement.Communication: Maintained strong communication with the TEDxDirigo community, keeping them informed about upcoming events, speakers, and initiatives.Quality Control: Ensured the quality and integrity of the TEDxDirigo experience, from stage design, video production, print and web design, to maintain TED's high standards. Show less

Freeport, Maine

As a Senior Art Director in the web department at L.L. Bean, I played a pivotal role in creating compelling and visually appealing web pages and email campaigns that engaged the customers and drive brand loyalty. I lead a team of talented designers, working collaboratively with cross-functional departments to bring innovative design concepts to life.Design Leadership:Lead the web design team, providing creative direction, mentorship, and constructive feedback to ensure the delivery… Show more As a Senior Art Director in the web department at L.L. Bean, I played a pivotal role in creating compelling and visually appealing web pages and email campaigns that engaged the customers and drive brand loyalty. I lead a team of talented designers, working collaboratively with cross-functional departments to bring innovative design concepts to life.Design Leadership:Lead the web design team, providing creative direction, mentorship, and constructive feedback to ensure the delivery of high-quality and innovative designs that align with L.L. Bean's brand identity.Web and Email Design:Oversaw the development of web pages and email campaigns, and lead the program's design evolution to contemporary standards.Concept Development:Collaborated with the marketing team to develop creative concepts for various web and email campaigns, ensuring they resonate with our target audience.Brand Consistency:Maintained and evolve L.L. Bean's brand identity across all digital touchpoints, ensuring brand consistency and a cohesive user experience.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Work closely with developers, designers, and marketing professionals to ensure the seamless execution of design concepts and to meet project goals and deadlines.Stay Current:Keep up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, making recommendations for enhancing L.L. Bean's digital design capabilities. Show less

Portland, Maine, United States

As Owner and Creative Director, I lead the creative direction for our clients projects. Apogee Creative Studio was a dynamic and forward-thinking creative agency that specializes in graphic design, video production, video editing, product and portrait photography, print design, web design, and development. The role encompasses strategic leadership, project oversight, creative direction, and business development. I was responsible for guiding contractors and collaborators to deliver exceptional… Show more As Owner and Creative Director, I lead the creative direction for our clients projects. Apogee Creative Studio was a dynamic and forward-thinking creative agency that specializes in graphic design, video production, video editing, product and portrait photography, print design, web design, and development. The role encompasses strategic leadership, project oversight, creative direction, and business development. I was responsible for guiding contractors and collaborators to deliver exceptional creative solutions across various media platforms.Project Management: Oversaw projects from inception to completion, ensuring that they met high creative standards and client expectations.Business Development: Drove the growth of the business by identifying new opportunities, cultivating client relationships, and expanding the client base.Team Management: Lead, inspired, and manage a multidisciplinary team of creative professional contractors, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.Creative Direction: Provided clear creative direction to contractors, ensuring projects aligned with client objectives and Apogee's creative philosophy.Client Collaboration: Worked closely with clients to understand their goals and expectations, translating their vision into creative solutions that exceed their needs.Quality Assurance: Ensured that all creative work maintained a high standard of quality, creativity, and originality.Technical Expertise: Utilize extensive skills in graphic design, video production, video editing, photography, print design, and web design to provide support and guidance for the client.Budget Management: Oversaw project budgets, ensuring efficient resource allocation and profitability. Show less

Maine College of Art (MECA) is dedicated to providing high-quality continuing education to individuals seeking to enhance their creative and technical skills. As a passionate and experienced instructor I taught Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro to a diverse group of students.As a Continuing Studies Instructor, I played a crucial role in educating and empowering the students in the use of Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro. My instruction encompassed both theory and hands-on… Show more Maine College of Art (MECA) is dedicated to providing high-quality continuing education to individuals seeking to enhance their creative and technical skills. As a passionate and experienced instructor I taught Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro to a diverse group of students.As a Continuing Studies Instructor, I played a crucial role in educating and empowering the students in the use of Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro. My instruction encompassed both theory and hands-on practice, ensuring that students gained the knowledge and skills required for creative and professional projects.Curriculum Development:Developed and updated course materials and curriculum for Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro courses, ensuring they remained up-to-date with industry standards and trends.Instruction:Conducted engaging and informative classes, lectures, and hands-on workshops to teach students the fundamental and advanced features of Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro.Assessment:Developed and administered assessments, assignments, and projects to evaluate student progress and provided constructive feedback.Individual Support: Offered one-on-one guidance to students who require additional assistance, tailoring instruction to meet their needs.Class Management: Managed classroom dynamics, including attendance, grading, and timely reporting of student progress.Stay Current:Kept up-to-date with the latest software updates, industry trends, and technological advancements to ensure students received the most relevant and valuable instruction.Student Engagement: Foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that encouraged students to explore and apply their creativity through Adobe Creative Suite and Final Cut Pro. Show less

Designed print material and web graphics

Designed all web and print media for a growing direct marketing company

Design Internship

Certificate, Cinematography

Activities and Societies: Cinematography Cinematography Residency

Bfa, Graphic Design / Photography / Video