David Beltran
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly skilled and ambitious artist with over 15 years experience. I have developed and launched numerous companies in the creative fields, specializing in branding and art direction. I am well versed in many skillsets from traditional to digital art techniques. I have also maintained my practice as a visual artists, specializing in mixed media large scale installation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Rave Approved Sound Systems
04.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with all wood working tools.
- Developed innovative design concepts to maximize functionality without compromising aesthetics or visual recognition.
- Collaborated on all branding and promotional materials from draft to completion.
Founder
No Requests
04.2019 - Current
- Developed and executed comprehensive design concepts through sketches, renderings.
- Developed, designed and built custom furniture and displays that created a unique retail experience.
- Developed relationships and sourced products from Independent Artists from across the globe.
- Established the first American Record Store that focused on South East Asian and Filipino Music and publications.
Founder
Feeltrip Records
09.2011 - Current
- Established an artist collective that also functioned as an Independent Record Label and community space.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and community in Chicago.
- Helped launched Careers for many Independent Artists and Musicians.
- Created brand Identity for Various clients and Off-shoots of our Company.
- Provided Art Direction and product development through non traditional methods.
- Maximized project efficiency with meticulous attention to deadlines, budget constraints, and client expectations.
- Grew the company from a small DIY operation to a reputable independent Record label with global distribution streams.
Education
Bachelor in Fine Arts Studio - Painting And Printmaking
Scool of The Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago, IL05-2009
Skills
- Adobe creative suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro
- Illustration: Traditional and Digital
- Sculpture
- Painting
- Project management
- Branding and identity
- Video editing
- Printmaking: Specialized in Silkscreen Printing
Press
Work featured in publications:
Balikbayan Worldwide
https://chicagoreader.com/music/balikbayan-worldwide-beltran-filipino-feeltrip/
No Requests
https://chicagoreader.com/music/a-tour-of-feeltrips-brand-new-record-store-no-requests/
https://blockclubchicago.org/2019/01/10/feeltrip-records-set-to-open-its-first-ever-retail-store-this-spring/
Derrick Rose Install
https://ftw.usatoday.com/2015/03/chicago-derrick-rose-shrine
https://chicagoreader.com/best-of-chicago/best-use-of-faux-religious-iconography/
Starfoxxx " Baby I'm Off Drugs and I'm Ready to Marry You"
https://www.blackplastic.co.uk/alternative-electronic-music-b/2014/8/12/album-review-baby-im-off-drugs-and-im-ready-to-marry-you-starfoxxx
Timeline
Founder
Rave Approved Sound Systems
04.2021 - Current
Founder
No Requests
04.2019 - Current
Founder
Feeltrip Records
09.2011 - Current
Bachelor in Fine Arts Studio - Painting And Printmaking
Scool of The Art Institute of Chicago
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