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Jason Valentine

Jason Valentine

Graphic Artist
Belleville,IL

Summary

Creative professional in visual communication, known for productivity and self sufficiency in task completion. Experienced in both graphic and audio production.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Graphic Production Artist / Brand Storyteller

Express Design Group
Freeburg, IL
08.2001 - Current
  • BRAND STORYTELLER • GRAPHIC ARTIST • ECOMMERCE STRATEGIST
    Creative production artist with 20+ years of experience turning concepts into compelling visual and narrative experiences. Specializes in crafting authentic brand voices for eCommerce platforms and leading the full pipeline from design to final product. Proven success in SEO-optimized product storytelling, digital illustration, and managing high-volume creative workflows. Adept at blending art, analytics, and empathy to elevate customer engagement.

    CORE SKILLS
    eCommerce Brand Storytelling

    Graphic Design & Illustration (Print & Digital)

    SEO Copywriting & Content Strategy

    Corel Graphics Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)

    Production Art & Prepress Standards

    Narrative Voice Development

    Project & Workflow Management


    PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
    Express Design Group (GreekGear.com) — Freeburg, IL
    Creative Production & Brand Voice Specialist
    August 2001 – Present
    Lead graphics designer for production with GreekGear.com. Responsible for design of apparel, stickers, and promotional products, ensuring consistency across branding, design, and customer experience.

    Developed a comprehensive system for SEO-optimized product descriptions using AI tools like ChatGPT, aligning narrative tone with target demographics.

    Authored thousands of original product narratives that reflect the identity and traditions of Greek organizations, boosting engagement and conversions.

    Designed scalable, high-volume production templates while adhering to strict print specifications.

    Mentored junior staff on design execution, production prep, and storytelling strategies.

    Collaborated directly with ownership and marketing teams to implement seasonal campaigns and catalog updates.

Education Docent

Great Rivers Greenway
St. Louis, MO
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Built detailed knowledge on locations and points of interest to thoroughly answer guest questions.
  • Coordinated efforts to elevate community engagement with local Greenways.
  • Partnered with urban agencies to create collaborative events.



Programmer

WSIE Radio - Southern Illinois University
Edwardsville, IL
09.2010 - 05.2014
  • Curated and managed programming content for 88.7 WSIE radio station.
  • Streamlined access to more than 100,000 jazz songs by digitizing the library.
  • Customized and embedded metadata keywords to improve navigation of the music library.
  • Managed collaborative efforts with WSIE to host successful fundraising jazz events.

Education

Mass Communication

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
05-2013

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
05-2006

Skills

  • Digital illustration
  • Branding and identity
  • Vector graphics
  • Typography design
  • Digital marketing
  • Search Engine Optimization
  • Market research and analysis
  • Chat GPT
  • Volunteer management
  • Art direction

Affiliations

  • Musician / Music Teacher
  • Amateur Woodworker
  • Freelance Copy Editor & Ghostwriter

References

References available upon request.

Interests

Music

Table Top Games

Hiking / Camping

Wine

Art

Literature

Timeline

Education Docent

Great Rivers Greenway
06.2014 - 06.2015

Programmer

WSIE Radio - Southern Illinois University
09.2010 - 05.2014

Graphic Production Artist / Brand Storyteller

Express Design Group
08.2001 - Current

Mass Communication

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

Bachelor of Arts - English Literature

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

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