Dillon Hesse
McKinney,TX
Summary
Creative professional with 11 years of experience leading the creation of on-brand, strategic, and visually captivating graphics and marketing initiatives. With a passion for visual communication and a keen eye for detail, I collaborate with various internal business groups (Retail, Channel, CRM, Media, Partnerships, B2B, Social) and agency partners to deliver high-quality visuals that meet their objectives and exceed expectations. My goal is to elevate brand identity and customer experience through engaging and effective visual solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Art Director - Designer II
Samsung Electronics America
03.2022 - Current
- Leverage design expertise to collaborate with internal and external teams on art direction, concepting, branding, and brand guideline development.
- Effectively communicate creative vision and guide agency partners to deliver high-impact assets.
- Ensure all creative materials (online ads, videos, OOH, key visuals, social media, etc.) align with brand strategy, elevate brand identity, and meet project requirements.
- Actively participate in internal communication initiatives.
Art Director - Designer I
Samsung Electronics America
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Leveraged design expertise to collaborate with internal and external teams on art direction, concepting, and branding.
- Effectively communicate creative vision and guide agency partners to deliver high-impact assets.
- Ensure all creative materials (online ads, videos, key visuals, launch materials, social media, etc.) align with brand strategy, elevate brand identity, and meet project requirements.
Retail Graphic Designer - Designer I
Samsung Electronics America
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Developed infographics to better communicate complex product information.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite to develop creative designs.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Designed creative digital displays used retail space.
- Worked with clients to gather and define requirements, establish scopes, and manage project milestones.
Creative Manager
Advantix Digital
03.2019 - 11.2019
- Managed projects & designed digital creative assets for the agency’s 20+ clients.
- Managed team of junior and intern designers.
- Created new processes for creative work & delivery of products to clients.
Sr. Designer
CallisonRTKL
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Assist the Environmental Graphic Design team with design direction for branding, signage & wayfinding.
- Worked with team in LA on many internal design efforts for the firm.
Managing Supervisor
FleishmanHillard
07.2015 - 04.2018
- Guide art directors & designers in Dallas, Washington, D.C. & Detroit.
- Concept social content strategies and tactics that allow clients to take advantage of their platforms, share engaging content, and fulfill their business objectives.
- Assisting FH with creative needs for their Social & Innovation practice group.
- Assisting and participating in the FH Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.
UX Designer
Citigroup, Contracted By Tonic3
08.2014 - 06.2015
- Incorporated feedback from stakeholders throughout design process, resulting in tailored solutions that met business requirements.
- Presented design concepts to executive leadership, effectively communicating rationale behind decisions and advocating for user-centric approaches.
- Participated in design review meetings to brainstorm new UX developments through collaborative thinking.
Graphic Designer
Idea Grove
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Collaborated with other designers to create visually appealing graphics for range of print and digital media.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Design ebooks, white papers, case studies and infographics for 20+ clients/accounts
- Participated in brainstorm meetings to develop targeted campaigns to drive awareness and utilization of client’s products and services
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX05.2013
Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Layout Design
- 3D concepting
- Digital design
- Creative Direction
- Typography
- Agency relations
- Complex problem solver
- Conceptual thinking
- Design thinking
- Branding
- Brand Guideline development
Accomplishments
- Samsung Aspiring Leaders Program - Cohort 76
- Samsung Unpacked Presenter - August 2022
- Galaxy Z Series 3D OOH - Gold Addy Award 2023
Timeline
Sr. Art Director - Designer II
Samsung Electronics America
03.2022 - Current
Art Director - Designer I
Samsung Electronics America
04.2020 - 03.2022
Retail Graphic Designer - Designer I
Samsung Electronics America
11.2019 - 04.2020
Creative Manager
Advantix Digital
03.2019 - 11.2019
Sr. Designer
CallisonRTKL
04.2018 - 03.2019
Managing Supervisor
FleishmanHillard
07.2015 - 04.2018
UX Designer
Citigroup, Contracted By Tonic3
08.2014 - 06.2015
Graphic Designer
Idea Grove
08.2013 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Design
Texas Tech University
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