John M. Emig Email & Phone Number

Greater St. Louis Area

As a high-performing Marketing Assistant at Energizer, I play a pivotal role by leveraging my expertise in brand identity, packaging design, illustration, photography, generative AI, and much more. I have become instrumental to the success of our team contributing to high-stakes projects with senior leadership.In brand identity, I lead the development of brandmarks, brand guidelines, and brand audits, ensuring cohesive and high-quality brand communication. My approach to brand auditing involves breaking down brands into their basic elements, meticulously evaluating their efficiency, and rebuilding them to elevate their overall quality and impact. In packaging design, I excel in creating innovative packaging solutions for CPG products, with a particular focus on brand and packaging redesign. My expertise extends to producing realistic 3D packaging prototypes, bringing concepts to life with a high degree of realism and editability.As an illustrator, I have produced artwork for brand communication, technical illustrations, iconography, brand characters, etc. In my role as a photographer and generative AI specialist, I lead ideation for industrial design and lifestyle photography, focusing on photo retouching and composite photo creation using Midjourney AI, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Stager. With over twenty years of experience in Adobe software, I am a recognized expert within my team, providing solutions to design and technical issues. This expertise is crucial in ensuring the seamless execution of complex projects and maintaining a high standard of creative excellence.Throughout my tenure at Energizer, I have had the privilege of working with a diverse array of brands, including Energizer, Oracle Red Bull Racing, Netflix Stranger Things, Paw Patrol, Axe Air Fresheners, Jelly Belly Air Fresheners, Eveready, Armor All, Eagle One, Refresh Your Car, and AC Pro Refrigerants, contributing to their market success and brand recognition.

Maryville, Il

As a craftsman meticulously carves wood into intricate designs, I have honed my skills in graphic design with precision and passion. My journey has been one of dedication to the craft, where each project is a testament to the art of visual storytelling.My craftsmanship in graphic design is reflected in my diverse skill set. I have crafted brand identities that resonate with audiences, typography that speaks volumes, and illustrations that tell compelling stories. My expertise in lifestyle and product photography captures the essence of brands, while my proficiency in AI prompt engineering allows me to merge tradition with technology. From the tactile strength of print and packaging design to the dynamic landscapes of display and website design, my work is a fusion of form and function.I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my craftsmanship, experience, and creative problem-solving can contribute to the success of any project. I’m looking forward to create something extraordinary together!

Greater St. Louis Area

At Anda Creative, an award-winning visual communications agency, I served as an Art Director, focusing on strategic branding, print design, website design, and social media services. My role encompassed a wide array of responsibilities, particularly in brand identity, website design, packaging design, and pre-press. I was instrumental in developing logomarks, logotypes, and brand guidelines, ensuring consistent and compelling brand visuals. As an art director, I oversaw the application of design across various media, including print, packaging, displays, catalogs, and crafted engaging user experiences for websites, social media, and iOS/Android applications.In packaging design, I created solutions for CPG products, developing 3D packaging prototypes to visualize and refine product presentations. My illustration work supported brand communication, technical illustrations, iconography, brand characters, and other design elements. I also led the conceptual ideation for brand lifestyle photography, emphasizing photo retouching and composite photo creation using Adobe Photoshop to achieve high-quality visuals.Leveraging over fifteen years of experience in Adobe creative software, I became a knowledgeable expert within my team, solving issues and executing design solutions. I established pre-press procedures to ensure print quality accuracy, working closely with TPMs to achieve the desired outcomes for packaging and display artwork. I had the opportunity to work with notable brands such as Albert Lea Seed, Deployed Resources, Containerized Resources, Natural Hope Herbals, Family Tyme Creamery, and Broadside Deer Feeders.

Earth City, Mo

As an Assistant Art Director for Spectrum Brands in the Pet, Home, and Garden Division, I have demonstrated exceptional skills in collaborating with brand managers to develop impactful brand identities and packaging design systems. In my role, I have directed the application of these designs across various media, including print, packaging, displays, and catalogs ensuring cohesive and compelling brand experiences. I have also designed user experiences for websites and social media, enhancing digital engagement and interaction.In packaging design, I have specialized in creating solutions for both existing and new CPG packaging, with a particular focus on brand and packaging redesign. My proficiency in producing packaging prototypes has been instrumental in visualizing and refining packaging concepts. Additionally, my illustrative work spans a range of applications from technical illustrations and iconography to brand characters and supportive design elements, effectively communicating the brand‘s personality.As a photographer and editor, I have been responsible for capturing product packaging and design elements for use in packaging designs, marketing materials, catalogs, and brochures. My expertise in photo retouching and composite photo creation using Adobe Photoshop has ensured high-quality visual assets. I have managed lifestyle and product photo shoots, handling all aspects from storyboarding and composition to on-site challenges and logistics. My work has supported various brands, including Repel, Cutter, Spectracide, Hot Shot, Liquid Fence, Nature’s Miracle, Litter Maid, Furminator, Tetra, Perfect Coat, Good’n’Fun, and Dingo, enhancing their market presence through strategic and creative design solutions.

St. Louis, Mo

At Butler Merchandising Solutions, I managed the Design and Print Production Department, leveraging multiple digital large format presses to deliver high-quality display solutions. I collaborated closely with internal packaging engineers and agencies, ensuring the accuracy and quality of all printed materials.In my role as a Graphic Designer, I created innovative and practical POS solutions based on customer and agency-provided information. My designs addressed numerous merchandising needs, visual appeal, and wayfinding. My expertise in print production included super wide format digital printing on the EFI Vutek GS3250LX Pro UV Ultra Drop Digital Press utilizing the Fiery Printing Systems. I utilized a wide range of materials, including vinyl, foam-cor, styrene, Sintra, Coroplast, PETG, and more.In die cutting, I utilized Kongsberg XE Die Cutting Systems, a smaller format digital cutting table ideal for producing high-quality samples and short-run production of folded cartons. My experience extended to custom corrugated production and die cutting, creating a variety of displays and retail signage, including floor displays, pallet displays, pole toppers, countertop displays, display stands, stand-up displays, and more.Throughout my employment, I worked with prominent brands such as Anheuser-Busch, Bacardi, Bissingers, Coca-Cola, Miller Coors, Sammy Soaps, and Macy’s Viktor & Rolf, ensuring that their merchandising needs were met with the highest standards of quality and creativity.

Litchfield, Il

As a Graphic Designer for Schutt Sports, I leveraged my expertise to enhance the brand's visual identity and marketing materials. My responsibilities encompassed designing logomarks and logotypes for new and existing sporting equipment, ensuring a consistent and impactful brand presence. I created compelling marketing materials for internal, B2B, and B2C use, alongside designing cohesive packaging solutions that elevated the appeal of Schutt's sporting equipment.My role also involved extensive product photography, where I was responsible for photographing and editing all Schutt products, including football, baseball, softball, and collectibles. This role further extended to a photo shoot coordination where, I managed and directed lifestyle photography sessions, establishing artwork concepts, selecting locations and models, and organizing products to capture the necessary imagery.In addition to my design and photography duties, I illustrated artwork for brand communication, including technical illustrations, iconography, catalog covers, and supportive design elements. My role also extended to website management, where I designed and managed graphics and photos for Schutt Sports' corporate websites and social media platforms, ensuring a consistent and engaging online presence.

Highland, Il

- Installed various types of flooring. (Hardwood, Carpet, Tile, and Linoleum)- Performed finish and trim carpentry.

Edwardsville, Il

- Designed marketing and trade show printed materials. - Designed and developed WordPress websites.

Highland, Il

- Performed framing, concrete, roofing, and finish construction. - Responsible for materials / tool maintenance and job site prep.