Renee Kao Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

- Conducted extensive image research for music videos and commercials.- Developed compelling visual representations that effectively communicate creative concepts and engage the intended audience using Indesign and other Adobe tools.- Worked closely with directors and executive producers to refine treatments based on feedback and project requirements.

Los Angeles, California, United States

- Created original and compelling designs for merchandise items, catering to the unique branding and aesthetic preferences of artists.- Successfully managed multiple artists simultaneously, effectively prioritizing deadlines and setting personal milestones to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.- Communicated effectively with clients through written channels, maintaining clarity and professionalism in remote working environments.

Designed merch, logos, social media admats, tour posters, and presentation decks for:-Universal Music Group -Creative Riff-Max Styler-Wondery& more

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

- Led the graphic design efforts for a music festival with 10,000 attendees, successfully creating fresh graphics for social media and print materials.- Collaborated with the marketing team and music team to develop a compelling brand identity that attracted a younger audience, resulting in increased ticket sales and brand recognition.- Successfully managed multiple projects with tight deadlines, effectively allocating tasks and resources to meet project goals.

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

- Used design techniques, tools, and technology to create graphics and other visual assets.- Ensured that visual assets across all media are consistent with established style guidelines.- Worked with marketing teams to establish a re-envisioned brand identity

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

- Worked with clients such as John Summit, Wynn Nightlife, The Marathon Cultivation, MJ Ultra, and LAX Packs- Full-time designer responsible for branding and development of clients.- Prepared and designed files for packaging, tech packs, CADs, and large-scale prints.- Created static and motion graphic files for social media channels.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

- Used design skills for various types of projects in the music industry- Used foundation in graphic design, video production, illustration, and motion graphics- Worked with a close-knit Creative Services team- Used Photoshop knowledge to create marketing assets for artists.- Created motion designs for artists' albums and marketing campaigns.- Worked alongside video team to resize and edit videos for social media platforms

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

- used UI/UX knowledge to create workable interfaces- designed materials for print and for various social media platforms- adhered to brand guidelines and complete projects according to deadlines

- Oversees a team of 60 volunteers and all content teams. Produced events, interviews, magazine production, and videos. - Collaborated with local companies to cross promote products and goals - Actively bringing together the San Luis Obispo community to amplify the voices of local artists.

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

- Manages a team of 60+ people.- Helps cultivate team members’ talents and skills to improve team performance.- Developed brand vision for the company.- On boarded 40 new members in the span of 3 months. Oversees creative direction, branding, and marketing tactics on all platforms.

San Luis Obispo, California, United States

-Managed social media updates and maintained relevancy of the website. -Responsible for stretching, matting, and framing artwork.

Los Angeles Metropolitan Area

- Developed original product designs for various mediums of print.- Prepared files such as CAD’s, mockups, and Adobe working files for print and production.- Assisted with website development and UI/UX interface.- Created social media graphics for marketing campaigns.

-Administer and lead design projects for the Cal Poly Radio station-Supervise a multi-functional team of 10+ designers to develop creative and effective advertising concepts, from ideation through final projects-Work closely with the marketing and events team generate frameworks necessary to produce optimal promotional media.-Conceived original designs used in posters, promotional items, social media, and web-Incorporated and explored client suggestions and directives

Pomona, Ca

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Graphic Design

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