Michael West Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Spearheaded the conceptualization, design, and execution of comprehensive visual branding for clients across the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Chief Information Office. Worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions that effectively communicated complex information to various audiences. Lead multimedia designer for DIA Chief information Office flagship IT program. Assisted in developing visual identity as well as templates and style guides for consistent application of branding across all office products. Demonstrated strong attention to detail and time management skills, successfully managing multiple products simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. Shot and produced short-form videos of large IT conference for agency social media. Providing graphic and multimedia design services for print and digital collateral for clients with the Department of Defense. Produce/edit videos and motion graphics. On-the-ground creative photography and video support to the DoDIIS Worldwide Conference.

Spearheaded the conceptualization, design, and execution of comprehensive visual branding for clients across the Defense Intelligence Agency’s Chief Information Office. Worked collaboratively with cross-functional teams to develop innovative design solutions that effectively communicated complex information to various audiences. Lead multimedia designer for DIA Chief information Office flagship IT program. Assisted in developing visual identity as well as templates and style guides for consistent application of branding across all office products. Demonstrated strong attention to detail and time management skills, successfully managing multiple products simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines. Shot and produced short-form videos of large IT conference for agency social media. Providing graphic and multimedia design services for print and digital collateral for clients with the Department of Defense. Produce/edit videos and motion graphics. Primary designer attached to flagship program within the Chief Information Office. On-the-ground creative photography and video support to the DoDIIS Worldwide Conference. Lead designer for branding/visuals of 2021 DoDIIS Worldwide Conference.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Produced print and digital materials, including pamphlets, tabloids, booklets, and social media graphic, maintaining a high level of creativity and quality. Provided graphic support for DIA Command element and congressional outreach. Intrepid Team lead of two Graphic Specialists on the contract. Assisted in development and enforcement of DIA branding guidance. Lead designer for branding, graphics in support of 2019 DoDIIS Conference. Design lead on graphics and illustrator for DIA’s ‘The Historians’ video seriesWorked with photographers and videographers in coordinating graphics support.

Las Vegas

• Designed marketing graphics for GameWorks and GameWorks eSports Lounge• Create print and digital collateral for GameWorks promotions and events• Reformatted table menu to fit 22” x 28” Poster and HD TV versions• Edit and resize images for web banners, digital billboards, and marketing emails• Create basic HTML5 canvas animations with Adobe Animate CC

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

• Focal point for visual information activities on Creech AFB, NV• Designed fliers, event programs, and awards for base organizations• Created challenge coin for base “Top 3” organization.• Independently tracked multiple projects from start to finish• Designed one responsive HTML website using HTML5, CSS, and GravCMS• Earned multiple organizational quarterly awards for design contributions• Designed organization t-shirts for fund-raising events

Las Vegas, Nv

• Aviation weather forecaster supporting remotely piloted aircraft operations. • Compiled climatology for long-term operational planning. • Crafted 7-day weather outlook products. • Provided pre-mission weather briefings and real-time mission watch over unit flying operations. • Leader of Commander's Action Group, alternate unit Self Assessment Program Manager. • 1 year of flying schedule creation as Non-Commissioned Officer In Charge of Scheduling.

Honolulu, Hi

• Created visual depictions of pertinent weather data for pilot briefings• Briefed and communicated with leadership to influence operation decision making• Developed multiple forecasting tools with MS Excel• Collaborate with remote forecasters to ensure matching predictions• Prepared audio-visual presentations for distinguished visitors and unit leadership• Obtained Top Secret/SCI security clearance in 2013 with zero security incidents• Established innovative wind forecasting technique for Elmendorf AFB• Expert TAF forecaster for Joint-Base Elmendorf Richardson, Shemya Air Station• Issued point warnings and advisories of over 12 remote locations. • Crafted flight weather briefings for Air Force and Navy assets in the Pacific theater of operations. • 12 months of flight hazard graphical products for Pacific Command.

Mfa, Visual Development

Activities and Societies: Currently enrolled in AAU's MFA for Visual Development Program with an expected graduation date of summer 2026.

Bachelor'S Degree, Graphic Design, 3.92 Gpa

The curriculum covered basic principles of design and color theory, desktop publishing, layout and composition, photography, basic web.

Associate’S Degree, Weather Technology