SUMMARY
Earned reputation as a reliable and innovative designer with a solid track record of delivering successful design solutions for a range of clients, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to excellence Creative problem solver with a passion for design and a talent for turning ideas into visual stories. Expertise includes branding, mobile/web-digital design, print, and design marketing.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Justin Hite Art | Covington, KY
Owner, Designer | January 2010 - Current
Owner, Designer | January 2010 - Current
As a creative/graphic design freelance/independent business owner, I have the opportunity to work directly with clients and establish their brand/team goals while taking care of design and content production. My role involves brainstorming and conceptualizing ideas, creating designs for various mediums such as web/digital, print, logo/brand, audio/video, and developing creative copy. By working closely with clients, I am able to deliver on their specific design needs and contribute to the growth and success of their business.
SoLo Funds, Inc. | Los Angeles, CA
Brand & Design Marketing, UX/UI Designer | January 2018 - January 2019
Brand & Design Marketing, UX/UI Designer | January 2018 - January 2019
As a Design Marketing Manager, I have experience in web and mobile design for both iOS and Android platforms. I have also developed design systems, conducted user testing, created brand style guides and identity packaging, and designed pitch decks. Additionally, I have experience managing social media and developing creative copy. My contributions have been instrumental in helping our company raise the first $5MM.
Outback Concerts | Nashville, TN
Graphic Designer, Design Marketing | August 2013 - August 2018
Graphic Designer, Design Marketing | August 2013 - August 2018
In my role as a designer, I supported the marketing manager by assisting in creative concepting with Performing Artists and Artists' Management. I was responsible for creating and editing layout design admats and designing advertisements for national touring acts. My work was published nationally across all major cities in North America.
Town Talk Headwear | Louisville, KY
Creative Director | February 2014 - October 2015
Creative Director | February 2014 - October 2015
Collaborated with executives and production teams to develop and produce design materials for various channels, including social media marketing, web and e-commerce platforms, and an annual company sales catalog. Created monthly print advertisements and had artwork featured multiple times in the PGA of America Magazine. Established Creative Department, hired and trained full team.
EDUCATION
Antonelli College of Art & Design
Applied Associate of Science, Graphic Design (2010)
4.0 GPA
Dean's List Honors
Presented Commencement Speech at Class Graduation Ceremony
Applied Associate of Science, Graphic Design (2010)
4.0 GPA
Dean's List Honors
Presented Commencement Speech at Class Graduation Ceremony
Northern Kentucky University | Fine Arts, General Studies
August 2002 - October 2003 | Highland Heights, KY
August 2002 - October 2003 | Highland Heights, KY
SKILLS
Logo & Brand Identity, Print/Design Layout, Digital/Web/Mobile Design, User Experience & Interface Design (UX/UI), Visual Communication, Product Design, Apparel/Merch Design, Social Media Management, Copy & Creative Writing, Keynote, PowerPoint, & Google Sheets presentation. Great with independent and team setting, Agile & Waterfall methods + fully remote capability.
SOFTWARE
Adobe Creative Cloud (CC), Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Bridge, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe XD, Sketch, InVision, Figma, Adobe Audition, Adobe Premiere, Apple iMovie, Apple GarageBand, Mac OSX, Apple iOS, Windows/PC, Google Drive, Apple iCloud, Dropbox, Adobe Creative Cloud (Drive), Microsoft OneDrive, Microsoft Teams, Slack Messenger, Google Workspace, Asana Task Management, Trello