Joseph Kollasch
Brookings,SD
Summary
Adaptable designer experienced in graphic and motion design. Strong technical proficiency and a passion for digital marketing. Eager to drive engagement and elevate brand presence through innovative design solutions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Creative Director
South Dakota State Football
Brookings, SD
01.2025 - Current
- Lead a team of creatives, coordinating design and content production for South Dakota State Football.
- Serve as the primary graphic designer for social media and recruiting content, producing visually compelling materials that align with team branding.
- Oversee social media posting and scheduling across multiple platforms, optimizing timing and messaging to maximize fan engagement.
- Manage photo storage and distribution workflows, ensuring organized, timely, and accessible archives for staff and media use.
- Capture high-quality game day photography to highlight athletes, events, and key program moments.
Creative Student Assistant
South Dakota State Football
Brookings, SD
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Design digital graphics for social media platforms, ensuring brand consistency and engagement across campaigns.
- Create high-impact graphics that drive recruiting communication and engagement.
- Create physical designs, such as name tags, envelope inserts, brochures, and event collateral, for print and in-person activations.
- Capture high-quality game day photography for use in marketing, storytelling, and digital content.
- Build and prepare photoshoot sets for recruiting, promotions, and branded media projects.
Designer
Spx Sports
Mankato, MN
07.2022 - 07.2024
- Created print and large-format designs, such as wall graphics, posters, and banners, for athletic clients.
- Manage design projects and assist the Design Manager with high-priority projects.
- Prepared accurate, production-ready files, and ensured final prints met brand expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Loyola Catholic School
Mankato05-2023
Skills
- Graphic design
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Digital marketing
- Photography
- Motion graphic design
- Print design
- Social media management
- Media promotion
Timeline
Creative Director
South Dakota State Football
01.2025 - Current
Creative Student Assistant
South Dakota State Football
07.2023 - 12.2024
Designer
Spx Sports
07.2022 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Loyola Catholic School