Shawn Amberger

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Clawson, MI

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Hello! My name is Shawn Amberger. I have been working in the Toy Industry now for over 20 years. My career has provided me with many rewarding experiences while contributing to the development of a wide range of fun products. During this journey, I have honed my skills in graphic design, illustration, packaging design, logo design, marketing, prototyping, and product design.
Education
- N/A Graphic Design
  
  Eastern Michigan University
  
  1988 - 1994
Experience
- Designer
  
  Zen Design Group LTD
  
  Auburn Hills, MI
  
  Jan 2017 - Present (4 years 8 months)
  
  My primary job function is to develop new product ideas for our LEGO lights and stationery licenses. Daily activities include: brainstorming, research, product concept sketching, technical drawings, packaging design, illustration, and product mock ups for proof of concept and sales samples.
- Illustration, Graphic Design, Toy Design
  
  American Plastic Toys
  
  Walled Lake, MI
  
  Jul 2001 - Dec 2016 (15 years 5 months)
  
  With the factory located right next door to the design studio, I had the great opportunity to experience the entire product design process from start to finish. My daily routine included a wide range of activities including: graphic design, illustration, advertising/marketing design, photo retouching, packaging design, prototyping, and product design.
- Illustration, Graphic Design, Toy Design
  
  Flying Colors Toys
  
  Dexter, MI
  
  1996 - 1998 (2 years)
  
  I helped develop products for various toy licenses, primarily Cartoon Network and Nickelodeon. My daily activities included: graphic design, illustration, and prototyping.
- Digital Ink and Paint
  
  Media Station
  
  Ann Arbor, MI
  
  1994 - 1996 (2 years)
  
  Media Station specialized in interactive story books; biggest client was Disney. I did digital ink and paint, cleaned up rough animation, and compiled scenes for several Disney projects including: Ariel's Story Studio, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and 101 Dalmations.
Awards

1.) Art Show at The Pike Room: Pontiac, MI (1/08) 2.) Taught 3-D Art and Photography @ Canton and Plymouth Public Libraries, MI (3/07, 10/07) 3.) Three original comic stories published by Young American Comics (2006-2007) 4.) Silver Citation: Ann Arbor Ad Club for Flash Animation (1/04)
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TQI: Front Cover - Packaged in a clear bag.
Package dimensions: 6" x 9"
Please email me about pricing, product availability, or to place an order.
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"Time Out for Space Baby" Page 1

"Time Out for Space Baby" Page 2

"Time Out for Space Baby" Page 3

"Time Out for Space Baby" Page 4

"Journey into the Well-Known" Page 1

"Journey into the Well-Known" Page 2

"Journey into the Well-Known" Page 3

"Journey into the Well-Known" Page 4

"Ed to the World" Page 1

"Ed to the World" Page 2

"Ed to the World" Page 3

"Ed to the World" Page 4

"Ed to the World" Page 5

"Ed to the World" Page 6

"Ed to the World" Page 7

"Ed to the World" Page 8

"Ed to the World" Page 9

"Ed to the World" Page 10

"Ed to the World" Page 11

"Ed to the World" Page 12

TQI: Back Cover

Some original pencil sketches used in illustrating Ed to the World.

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