AARON PURNELL
Bellflower,CA
Summary
Accomplished Art Director with talent for developing unique custom artwork. Innovative approach to ideas and concept development. Offering 10+ years of expertise overseeing individual projects and brand development. Fluent in multiple design programs. Demonstrated success in project management, team leadership and schedule coordination.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Art Director
Seabright Direct
01.2021 - 02.2024
- Elevated brand recognition by developing innovative and visually compelling marketing campaigns.
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality design solutions within tight deadlines.
- Enhanced company''s market presence with well-executed branding strategies, elevating the overall corporate image.
- Mentored junior designers, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and development.
- Increased social media engagement by designing eye-catching graphics tailored to specific platforms and audiences.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through effective communication and collaboration during the creative process.
- Presented campaign concepts persuasively to key stakeholders, securing approval for implementation.
Sr Graphic Designer
The Media Haus
11.2011 - 12.2020
- Led creative direction and managed design teams, resulting in award-winning campaigns and products.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Mentored junior designers to foster their professional growth and enhance team productivity.
- Spearheaded the redesign of company logo, leading to an increase in positive brand perception within the industry.
- Created engaging presentations that effectively communicated complex ideas to diverse audiences.
- Resolved critical design challenges creatively while maintaining consistency with established branding guidelines.
- Boosted customer engagement by creating eye-catching visuals tailored specifically for targeted demographics.
Production Artist
Kelley Blue Book
05.2007 - 12.2011
- Enhanced production quality by streamlining workflows and implementing efficient processes.
- Increased project turnaround time by effectively managing priorities and multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality design projects.
- Optimized production efficiency by creating standardized templates for recurring design elements.
- Reduced errors through meticulous proofreading and attention to detail, ensuring accurate print-ready files.
- HTML Ad creation for company website
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication
Westwood College - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06.2013
Skills
- Motion graphics
- Advertising Campaigns
- Social Media Content
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Packaging Design
- Digital media design
- Print design
Timeline
Senior Art Director
Seabright Direct
01.2021 - 02.2024
Sr Graphic Designer
The Media Haus
11.2011 - 12.2020
Production Artist
Kelley Blue Book
05.2007 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication
Westwood College - Los Angeles