Billy Baldus
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About
Passionate about creating great work that always hits the mark. I strive to infuse my work with meticulous attention to detail and purposeful craftsmanship. With over 20 years of expertise in creative direction including branding, advertising, illustration, visual art, animation, motion graphics, user experience, web design, and print design I am committed to realizing a projects objectives with utmost dedication.
Client satisfaction is paramount in my approach, and I've collaborated with a diverse range of organizations worldwide, including corporations, start-ups, museums, performing arts companies, and non-profit organizations. In leadership roles, my goal is to inspire and unite teams to deliver exceptional results, finding fulfillment in guiding projects to success.
Drawing inspiration from diverse sources my visual style blends tactile textures, vibrant colors, and bold imagery to create dynamic compositions. Beyond visual arts, my multifaceted background includes experience in music, songwriting, acting, performance, and filmmaking, enriching my creative repertoire and enabling me to offer a comprehensive skill set across various domains.
With a mindset fueled by ambition, professionalism, and a touch of fun, I approach every project with enthusiasm, aiming to deliver creative work that truly rocks. -
Education
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Certificate of Completion Guitar, Singing, Audio EngineeringWisconsin Conservatory of Music2004 - 2006
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Fine Arts Illustration, Design, SculptureMilwaukee Institute of Art and Design1997 - 2001
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Experience
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Creative Director, OwnerMilwaukee, WIJul 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)• Operated a comprehensive creative workshop offering diverse services including illustration, motion graphics, branding, and design
• Provided clients with a one-stop solution for their creative needs
• Offered assistance in conveying clients' messages effectively and enhancing their brand identity
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Creative DirectorMilwaukee, WISep 2018 - Jun 2021 (2 years 9 months)• Led a team through the entire production process for interactive applications, websites, and marketing materials
• Worked with prominent clients in the automotive, manufacturing, and robotics sectors
• Communicated and presented directly with clients to better understand their needs and ensure successful outcomes
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Art DirectorMilwaukee, WIDec 2016 - Aug 2018 (1 year 8 months)• Revitalized and enhanced the brand of the leading company in the remanufactured transmissions industry
• Implemented diverse marketing strategies across multiple channels including print, web, social media, tradeshows, and radio
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Musician, Manager, Creative DirectorMilwaukee, WIJan 2005 - Aug 2016 (11 years 7 months)• Created and led an all-encompassing musical entertainment group
• Oversaw all aspects including songwriting, music production, stage sets, costumes, gig posters and marketing, merchandise, and music videos
• Managed marketing efforts and strategic planning
• Developed Uncle Larry as a multi-dimensional musical, visual, and theatrical experience
• Gained extensive experience in running a business and leading a team
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Senior Art DirectorMilwaukee, WIJan 2010 - Dec 2014 (4 years 11 months)• Developed multi-channel advertising campaigns for clients across diverse industries including construction equipment, plastics, recreation, and performance arts
• Tailored advertising strategies to meet the specific needs and objectives of each client
• Implemented campaigns across various channels to maximize reach and engagement
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Creative Director, Hoop Dance InstructorHoopViveJan 2009 - Oct 2014 (5 years 9 months)Teach hoop dance class. hoop dance performance. Branding. Logo design. Web Design. Illustration. Print design. Hoop construction.
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Artist, DesignerSerenity Bicycle WorksWauwatosa, WIMay 2010 - May 2012 (2 years)• Created paint designs for bicycle frames
• Designed decals and logos
• Prepped files for production at overseas factories
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Web DesignerMilwaukee, WIJun 2010 - Aug 2010 (2 months)• Implemented web and print designs
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Senior Graphic DesignerFullhouseMilwaukee, WIMay 2007 - Mar 2010 (2 years 10 months)• Designed websites for a diverse clientele spanning various industries
• Created illustrations and graphics for use on web and print
• Produced branding elements including logos and icons
• Implemented Flash design, animation, and programming
• Oversaw web development to ensure design integrity
• Designed and facilitated print brochures, sales kits, product packaging, and POP displays
• Supervised and managed associate designers -
Web DesignerMilwaukee, WIMay 2006 - May 2007 (1 year)• Designed, developed, and maintained Discovery World websites
• Created site architecture, visuals, and animations
• Implemented Flash design, animation, and programming
• Collaborated on custom shopping cart design
• Optimized websites for speed
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Web Designer, Print Designer, Illustrator, AnimatorADX CreativeMay 2005 - May 2006 (1 year)Designed and developed websites for companies including Kohler, Fantasy Diamond and Hotel Metro. Created illustrations for Harley Davidson, Hotel Metro and Golden Guernsey. Designed logos. Created animations and Flash presentations. Built online forms. Designed and implemented a dynamic Flash site for Fantasy Diamond that connected with a database. Mounted print material for presentations. Maintained information technology in the ADX Creative office.
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Computer Graphics & Drawing TeacherMilwaukee Jewish Day SchoolAug 2003 - May 2006 (2 years 9 months)Taught computer graphics and drawing to 7th and 8th graders. Created course syllabus. Gave Adobe Photoshop demonstrations to students. Showed students different drawing techniques. Reviewed students projects and assigned grades.
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IllustratorShepherd ExpressJun 2001 - Jun 2005 (4 years)Illustrated covers
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Web Designer, Print Designer, Illustrator, Animator, Package DesignerThe Bead ShopOct 2003 - Mar 2005 (1 year 5 months)Designed, developed and maintained all websites related to The Bead Shop. Organized content. Created sitemaps, illustrations, and animations. Wrote and designed custom Flash programs and games. Designed product packaging and point of purchase displays. Created mockups for use in magazines and on TV programs such as the Today Show. Sketched and developed ideas for new products. Photographed products and models.
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Designer & IllustratorWilliam Baldus Art & DesignJun 2003 - Nov 2003 (5 months)Web & print design. Illustration. Flash design, animation & development. Website development. Package design. Branding.
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Web DesignerWis.NetMay 2001 - May 2003 (2 years)Designed and developed websites. Created illustrations and animations. Communicated with clients throughout the website design and development process. Designed logos. Maintained and managed websites. Developed sitemaps. Created Pearl Script contact forms.
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Mural PainterPaint FaucetJan 2002 - Jan 2003 (1 year)Designed and painted murals for private residences. The murals ranged from cartoon to realistic.
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Art TeacherShorewood Recreation DepartmentJun 2001 - Sep 2002 (1 year 3 months)Taught grades K5 through 9th how to draw in a variety of different techniques. Created custom drawing sheets for each day of class. Managed a classroom filled with up to twenty students.
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Comic Writer & IllustratorPatrick the Wolf BoyJan 2001 - Jan 2002 (1 year)Wrote and illustrated "More Shops Upstairs", a three page comic that appeared in two issues of the comic book "Patrick the Wolf Boy".
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Awards
2016 American Web Design Awards Winner. Animation for Horicon Bank used for a social media marketing campaign. || 2014 Advertising Excellence Award, Plastics News || In 2012, music video for "Chandelier" by Uncle Larry placed 4th on Hooping.org's list of the 10 Greatest Hula Hoop Music Videos of All Time. || Won Music Video of the Year award for "At The Beach" by Uncle Larry in the 2011 Milwaukee Music Awards by 88Nine Radio Milwaukee. || Included in OnMilwaukee.com's 2010 list "100 hottest Milwaukeeans". || Judges Choice and Audience Choice award winner at 2010 Milwaukee Mad March Music Mini-Movie festival for the music video I produced called "The Life & Times of Frederick Caesar". || "Remarkable Web Design Award" from CoolHomePages.com for 2006/07 design of DiscoveryWorld.org. || Work I designed for The Bead Shop featured on a 2004 episode of The Today Show.
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