James Loder
Wantage
Summary
Driven and ambitious branding and marketing professional with 10+ years of experience in strategic communication, art direction, and copywriting who takes pride in excellence and is eager to face new challenges. Proven ability to develop comprehensive brand architectures and deliver insight-driven communications strategies for large-scale operations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Strategist & Creative Lead
Braen Stone
Haledon, NJ
03.2024 - Current
- Developed brand positioning strategies to enhance market presence and customer engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align branding initiatives with business objectives.
- Led creative brainstorming sessions to generate innovative marketing campaigns and concepts.
- Established brand guidelines ensuring consistency across all communication channels.
- Mentored junior team members in brand strategy development and execution best practices.
Illustrator/Painter
Freelance
Morris Plains, NJ
10.2012 - Current
- Use media such as pen and ink, charcoal, paints, and computer software to produce artwork.
- Manage multiple projects in accordance with different requirements and deadlines.
- Confer with customers to assess client needs or obtain feedback.
Senior Graphic Designer
Fast Signs
East Hanover, NJ
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Led creative projects from concept to completion, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
- Utilized industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Suite, for high-quality graphics production.
- Conducted client consultations to understand requirements and deliver tailored design solutions.
- Streamlined design processes, reducing turnaround time while maintaining quality standards.
Graphic Designer/Production Artist
FastSigns
East Hanover, NJ
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Designed cohesive branding materials for diverse clients, enhancing visual identity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative signage solutions tailored to client needs.
- Utilized Adobe Creative Suite to create high-quality graphics and layouts for print and digital media.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining design standards.
Designer/Fabricator
Superheroes Unlimited
Morristown, NJ
09.2015 - 07.2016
- Create and manage documentation, production schedules, prototyping goals, and communication plans in collaboration with production staff.
- Create functional and decorative objects by hand, using a variety of methods and materials.
- Develop project budgets for approval, estimating timelines and material costs.
- Develop concepts or creative ideas for craft objects.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Digital Marketing
William Paterson University
Paterson12-2024
Associate of Arts - Animation
County College of Morris
Randolph05-2020
High School Diploma -
Morris County School of Technology
Denville07-2011
Skills
- Strategic Communications
- Project Management & Cross-Functional Leadership
- Brand Architecture & Guidelines Development
- Copywriting & Narrative Strategy
- Graphic Design & Art Direction
- Traditional and Illustration
Timeline
Brand Strategist & Creative Lead
Braen Stone
03.2024 - Current
Senior Graphic Designer
Fast Signs
01.2022 - 03.2024
Graphic Designer/Production Artist
FastSigns
02.2020 - 01.2022
Designer/Fabricator
Superheroes Unlimited
09.2015 - 07.2016
Illustrator/Painter
Freelance
10.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Digital Marketing
William Paterson University
Associate of Arts - Animation
County College of Morris
High School Diploma -
Morris County School of Technology