Hi. My name is Chad. I’ve spent 10 years creating incredible graphic design work. I’ve worked with small independent companies, national firms, and even the international MET Studio. Regardless of size, scale or geographic location, I know how to connect with a company’s mission and communicate a message that’s heard.
Experience
Charlotte, NC ISS Research 2011-Present
Lead Graphic Designer
Manage and develop ISS Research brand OhYeah! Nutrition.
Develop all print ad campaigns, environmental graphics, retail
packaging/labels/POP POS and web graphics. Manage off site
photoshoots to be utilized in various print and web campaigns.
Increased companies social media by over 1000% in six months.
Graphic Design Adjunct Instructor
Tampa, FL International Academy of Design & Technology Online 2011-Present
Conduct bi-weekly on-line sessions. Engage and monitor students
through weekly academic discussion board posts. Evaluate and
grade weekly individual assignments and discussion board posts.
Mentor students by giving professional advice and encouragement
through in-depth project feedback and inspirational announcements
posted in the virtual campus.
London, UK MET Studio Design Ltd. 2007–2010
Senior Graphic Designer
Lead full concept and design implementation of graphics for projects
located in the United Kingdom, China, Mexico and the Middle East.
Designed and composed multimillion GBP credential, pitch, stage
& final design documents for delivery and presentations. Developed
and designed environmental graphics, directional signage and gallery
icons for museums, exhibitions and visitor centers. Clear understanding
of cultural sensitivity and sustainable design, through principles of
economic, social, and ecological sustainability.
Clearwater, FL Market Street Mortgage 2005–2007
Graphic/Web Designer
Overall creation of loan officer and branch web pages including
maintaining company intranet. Design and coordination of various
field requests, including custom open house flyers, advertisements,
posters, presentations, signage and web banners.
Pinellas Park, FL Our Town Inc. 2003–2005
Graphic Designer
• Layout and update franchising portion of company web site
• Track graphic activity information such as layouts, additional proofs, full menus, artwork, and final sign off by sponsor number
Charlotte, NC
Several International Awards on projects worked on while at MET Studio Design Ltd. • Received the company's highest customer service award 2006 • Second Place Illustrator Category - Media Arts Design Expo 2006 • First Place - Illustrator Category - Media Arts Design Expo 2005