Open To Work
ROB BYRNE
Graphic and Motion Design
Richmond,VA
Work Preference
Summary
Creative graphic designer skilled in delivering rapid design solutions for broadcast news. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud and camera operation, with a passion for visual storytelling through filmmaking and animation.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Graphic Designer
CBS 6 News
01.2000 - 07.2026
- On Air Brand, Created graphics for on-air news segments and promotional content, Designed marketing and promotional materials for print and web, Camera operation, Production Assistance
- Designed compelling graphics for news segments and promotional materials.
- Collaborated with reporters to create visual storytelling elements.
- Developed layouts for digital platforms and social media channels.
Graphic Artist
WWT Group
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Designed packaging and instruction manuals for small personal electronics importer to enhance user experience and product appeal
Graphic Assistant
Virginia Lab Supply
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Created catalogs and POPs to support sales staff in product promotions
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Design
Virginia Commonwealth University
05-1997
High School Diploma -
The Elliott-Pope Preparatory School (TEPPS)
Idyllwild, CA05-1988
Junior year High School -
George Dewey High School (DODS Philippines)
Subic Bay, Philippines01-1987
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Engineering to Art
University of California At San Diego
Some College (No Degree) - Media and Culture in Ireland
Northern Illinois University
Dublin, IrelandSkills
- Graphic design
- Visual branding
- Layout composition
- Digital illustration
- Motion Graphics
- Static Graphics
- Logo design
- Image editing
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- News Media industry background
- Marketing strategy
- Visual Storytelling
- 3D Design
- Client collaboration
- Time management
- Critical thinking
Awards
- Capital Emmy Award, 2025, Sports One Time Special: "Diamond Through the Decades" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2024, Promotion News Image Single Spot: "We Follow Through Trailer" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2024, Non News Promotion Campaign: "Giving You a Voice: Behind the Stories" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2024, News Special: "Giving You a Voice: Behind the Stories" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2024, Promotion News Image Single Spot: "Giving You a Voice: Behind the Stories" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2019, Outstanding Promotion News Promo (Campaign): "Negative Political Ad Breaks" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2019, Outstanding Promotion News Single Spot Same: "Working for You Every Night" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2019, Outstanding Promotion News Single Spot Same Day: "The Bedford Boys" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2019, Outstanding Promotion Program Sports: "Kickers RVA is Red" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2017, Outstanding Promotion News Promo Single Spot: "Crime Insider" Graphic Artist
- Capital Emmy Award, 2014, Outstanding Historical/Cultural, "Reaching Home: The Story of Third Baseman Ray Dandridge"
- Edward R. Murrow Award, 2014, News Documentary, "JFK at 50"
- Edward R. Murrow Award, 2013, Use of Sound/Video, "Tri-state Gang: Unwanted Guests"
- Capital Emmy Award, 2013, News Promo-Single Spot/Sameday, "Tri City Gangster"
- Capital Emmy Award, 2013, News Single Story, "The Tri-State Gang: Unwanted Guests"
- Capital Emmy Award, 2012, Feature News Report Serious Feature, "Dr. Ferrara"
- Capital Emmy Nomination, 2012, Feature News Report Serious Feature, "Walter Plecker"
- Telly Award, 2012, Media Promotion- CBS 6 Historical, Bronze
- Associated Press Award, 2011, Best Documentary or In-Depth, "Grave Robber", Superior
- Telly Award, 2010, Media Promotion, "Grave Robber", Bronze
References
- David Stotts, Marketing Director WTVR-TV, WTKR-TV, (804)929-2955, David.Stotts@wtvr.com
- Stephen Hayes, General Manager WTVR-TV, (804)396-0336, Stephen.Hayes@wtvr.com
- Ramona Taylor, Director Contracts and Compliance, VCU Procurement Services, (804)245-4956, taylorr16@vcu.edu
Timeline
Graphic Designer
CBS 6 News
01.2000 - 07.2026
Graphic Artist
WWT Group
01.1998 - 01.1999
Graphic Assistant
Virginia Lab Supply
01.1997 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Communication And Design
Virginia Commonwealth University
High School Diploma -
The Elliott-Pope Preparatory School (TEPPS)
Junior year High School -
George Dewey High School (DODS Philippines)
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Engineering to Art
University of California At San Diego
Some College (No Degree) - Media and Culture in Ireland
Northern Illinois University