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San Diego, Ca, Us

San Diego, California, United States

• Developing and producing engaging multimedia content for various platforms including social media, motion graphics, websites, landing pages, microsites, GIFs, and banner ads/digital advertising campaigns• Designing full brand identity for new projects including logos, typography, color theory, custom iconography, infographics, etc• Producing broadcast-worthy TV video ads by assembling pre-recorded or stock video footage and applying artistic editing techniques. Assisting in sourcing stock video, imagery, music, voice-over talent, and sound effects that fit and enhance the tone of the script• Utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and other tools to create high-quality graphics, animations, videos, and audio• Collaborating with the marketing team to align multimedia content with brand identity and campaign objectives• Managing the entire production process from concept to execution, including filming, editing, and post-production

San Diego, California, United States

• Owner and operator of a full-service, boutique design studio specializing in logos and branding, and apparel and layout design• Creating communicative design solutions for a broad range of local and regional businesses and non-profits both under extended contract and on an individual job basis• Handling a large history and variety of projects, including logos & branding, illustration, print & packaging, apparel design and printing and much more for an array of clients• Serving as the business manager and designer for branding and print production services for local and state-wide businesses for a brick a & mortar graphic design and apparel printing studio and shop for all of 2018 including acting as the production manager of a customer-facing retail shop with an array of products

Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area

• Thinking creatively and conceptually to develop high-level design work• Executing a wide range of deliverables, including: Campaign materials, video storyboards, web graphics, high-end direct mail pieces, photo editing, front-end web design, sales collateral, long-form guides and white papers, infographics and data visualization, strategy presentations and brand guidelines, and more• Developing expert knowledge of client’s brand and client guidelines• Collaborating closely with writers, creative directors, and designers

Dallas, Texas, United States

• Leading design and conceptualizing of print, digital, and video art direction• Directing the design process by providing creative direction to Graphic Designers, Production Designers, and Interns for specific projects• Driving creative look and feel for client’s brands and taking ownership of visual strategy, execution, and quality standards• Working to understand the strategy, design technical and business parameters to develop innovative, effective, and creative solutions

Dallas, Texas, United States

• Conceptualizing and constructing best-in-class work for a variety of clients• Working with cross-functional teams and collaborating with other members of the creative team• Leading and delegating projects to other designers and creatives• Improving processes to safeguard designer engagement and creativity• Ensuring timely and accurate execution of projects

Seattle, Wa

• Lead designer and art director of a team of 12 designers• Conducting daily quality reviews and providing creative direction and supervision to graphic designers and production artists• Strategizing and producing brand guidelines• Directing photo and video shoots• Seeking to understand the strategy, design, technical, and business parameters• Developing innovative, effective, and creative solutions for high-touch campaigns for large clients

Seattle, Wa

• Head designer responsible for branding and layouts for innovative books and editorial works• Specializing in innovative books and product packaging with digital content, electronics, audio, and other special features• Serving publishers worldwide• Partnering with high-profile clients including WWE, Disney, Marvel, StarWars, Hasbro, Mattel, Warner Bros., and more

Roanoke, Virginia Area

• Lead designer and art director on editorial publications on monthly, bi-monthly, quarterly, and yearly schedules• Editorial layout and advertising design from front cover to back cover for both print and digital platforms• Art direction and creative supervision of junior designers and contract production artists• Ensuring brand and editorial consistency across several publications with varying schedules and subscribers• Copywriting and designing for advertisers across various industries• Collaborating with and managing freelance photographers

Roanoke, Virginia Area

• Creating print collateral for clients including flyers, newspaper and magazine ads, direct mail pieces, brochures, pocket folders, and more, digital and social media advertisements• Driving creative look and feel for client’s brands• Taking ownership of visual strategy, execution, and quality standards• Partnering diligently with multiple marketing directors to ensure consistency company brands

• Designing original art for a variety of T-shirt and apparel styles according to client standards• Presenting graphic concepts, sketches, and designs to clients and management as required• Communicating with vendors and printers to ensure proper production of deliverables• Creating graphics and branding for local businesses, government agencies and events• Prepping designs for apparel printing and vehicle applications