Gary Swindell is the Co-founder and Creative Director of Mission a leading branding agency based in Oslo. In addition to his duties with Mission he works as a designer and art director for a select group of private clients and collaborators under the name of Aim.With over 20 years experience Gary has worked in a variety of sectors from; corporate, health and fitness, luxury and lifestyle to media and the arts.A typical project would involve Gary working closely with the client team to define how design can help their business whether it’s a global re brand or launching a start-up. He would continue through the concept development process to target the best solution possible. Once the direction is defined he develops the design through art-direction to final implementation, partnering with the key talent to deliver the best result.He is passionate about visual communication, team building and helping his client's succeed through engaging design.Expertise:• Brand Strategy• Positioning• Brand Architecture• Concept Development• Graphic Design & Art Direction• Copywriting & Naming• Project & Team Management• Recruitment & Staff Development• Business DevelopmentDesign Disciplines:• Brand Identity• Brand Communication• Brand Guidelines• Digital Design• Motion Graphics• Print & EditorialKey Skills:• Ability to understand client needs and translate needs into simple solutions• Creative Thinker who can see the big picture, details and how to get there• Strong design awareness and good insight into creative talent• Strong verbal, visual and written communication skills, good motivator• Proven proficiency in detailed research, organization and strategy• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, Word, PowerPoint• Self-starting, flexible, hardworking, highly organised• Have been known to even inspire people from time to time