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Donald Brooks II

Chicago,IL

Summary

I’m a Senior Art Director who thrives on turning challenging design requests into bold, brand-elevating work that makes the clients say wow. Known for bringing contagious creative energy, a refined eye, and unmatched Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma skills, I combine instinct with intention—whether evolving a design system, pitching new business, or building trust in the room. I lead with heart, push for better, and never settle for expected. The result? Work that doesn’t just look great, but shifts perceptions, wins clients, and earns the kind of praise that sticks with people long after the meeting ends. In my free I illustrate in my free time using procreate and am looking into emerging tools like framer.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Art Director

Epsilon
07.2021 - 06.2025
  • Designed and executed email campaigns, social assets, web pages, and digital experiences for sports, CPG, and retail clients.
  • Developed and maintained brand identity design systems, ensuring consistency across digital platforms while working within established brand systems and libraries.
  • Designed innovative visually engaging email design workflows and templates, enhancing collaboration and streamlining production processes working with cross-disciplinary teams (UX, content, strategy, and technology)
  • Created motion and static digital assets, optimizing engagement and enhancing consumer journeys across various touchpoints.
  • Presented to internal teams and client facing meetings at least once a week for a pitch opportunity and ongoing campaigns.
  • Lead, managed, and mentored teams of creatives & account managers.

FreeLance Senior Designer

DHB Designs
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Evaluated project scope and development schedule, and collaborated closely with project owners to establish parameters.
  • Incorporated design changes based on feedback from project teams.
  • Delivered quality, cohesive designs ready for deployment with necessary documentation for successful implementation.
  • Designed visually appealing marketing materials that resulted in increased brand recognition.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict attention to detail and adherence to deadlines.
  • Developed visual systems showcasing creative assets, design layout, individual components, and production procedures.

Designer

Mythic
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
  • Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement.
  • Executed package design concepts for numerous Fortune 500 companies.
  • Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
  • Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
  • Designed eye-catching promotional materials, driving increased event attendance and participation rates.
  • Provided technical support to clients throughout the entire process from initial consultation to final delivery of packaged products.

Senior Designer

CbdMD
05.2019 - 02.2020
  • Championed a culture of continuous improvement within the design department through regular feedback sessions and professional development opportunities.
  • Enhanced user experience by incorporating intuitive design elements and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Redesigned/rethought the packaging and design approach to print and digital advertisements.
  • Boosted client satisfaction by delivering visually appealing and intuitive web designs tailored to their specific needs.
  • Assisted in the creation of high-performing landing pages that helped convert web visitors into leads and customers for clients'' businesses.
  • Worked closely with account management teams to ensure seamless execution of campaigns from concept development to final implementation stages.
  • Oversaw creation and design of promotional materials, affirming congruence with design style and team themes.

Freelance Designer

DHB Designs
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive branding across all marketing materials.
  • Presented creative solutions to client challenges, resulting in high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
  • Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
  • Developed innovative design concepts for improved brand recognition and customer engagement.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop, review and finalize design concepts.

Visual Designer

Spritz Marketing
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Turned concepts into graphic elements matching project specifications.
  • Enhanced user experience by creating visually appealing and intuitive interface designs for web and mobile applications.
  • Designed compelling graphics for social media campaigns, increasing engagement and driving traffic to company website.
  • Established a compelling visual language by developing designing wireframes, mockups, and prototypes for product releases.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05-2016

Skills

  • Visual Storytelling
  • Responsive Design
  • Design Systems
  • Figma Proficiency
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Web Accessibility
  • Typography & Layout
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Stakeholder Communication
  • Mentoring & Managing
  • Time Management

Timeline

Senior Art Director

Epsilon
07.2021 - 06.2025

FreeLance Senior Designer

DHB Designs
09.2020 - 07.2021

Designer

Mythic
02.2020 - 08.2020

Senior Designer

CbdMD
05.2019 - 02.2020

Freelance Designer

DHB Designs
10.2018 - 05.2019

Visual Designer

Spritz Marketing
08.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication

Ball State University

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