Sean McCarthy
Designer/Video Editor
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
With fifteen years of experience as a professional creative and high-level achiever, I bring a unique eye for design and client experience. My ability is enhanced by creativity, versatility, thoughtful observation, work ethic, resourcefulness, experience, and client empathy. I frame benefit-oriented solutions because I strive to understand the true needs of the client first.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer/Multi-Media Manager
GE Aerospace
Cincinnati, OH
01.2016 - Current
- Director, editor, producer, and project manager of training videos and marketing materials that distill complex topics into easy to understand lessons all while hitting deadlines critical to keeping passengers safe and airline costs low.
- Translated subject matter expert ideas into detailed designs by applying technical knowledge and understanding of aviation principals.
- Produced high-quality designs that effectively communicated complex messages to target audiences.
Creative Director/Principal
McCarthy the Magician LLC
Cincinnati, OH
12.2015 - Current
- Freelance design studio specializing in branding and illustration
- Clients include agencies such as Doubleday & Cartwright, Fanbrandz, and DNA Seattle.
- Crafted brands and event logos within the NBA, NHL, KBO, LIV Golf, and Major League Baseball.
- Additionally I’ve designed apparel for Hatclub.com, Cincy Shirts, and the Canadian Football League.
- I’ve also rebranded the athletic departments of several high schools and youth sports programs
- I execute to the brief while delivering top shelf quality brand identities above and beyond client expectations.
Account Manager
DNA Advertising
Seattle, WA
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Steady hand and point of contact with key decision makers for accounts such as Alaska Airlines, Nordstrom, BECU, Puget Sound Energy, Mackie Speakers, and MS Society.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners.
Graphic Designer/Project Manager
Atlantic Sign Company
Cincinnati, OH
11.2011 - 06.2014
- The creative director behind a regional provider and installer of commercial-grade illuminated signage
- Designed attractive, cost-effective, and value-adding signage under client-imposed deadlines and constraints while managing a varied workload.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Ohio University
Athens, OHSkills
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe After Effects
- Motion Graphics
- Animation
- Video Editing
- Illustration
- Sports Logo
- Event Logo
- Branding
- Deadline Management
- Client Administration
- Clear Communicator
- Chill Hang
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Senior Designer/Multi-Media Manager
GE Aerospace
01.2016 - Current
Creative Director/Principal
McCarthy the Magician LLC
12.2015 - Current
Account Manager
DNA Advertising
06.2014 - 12.2015
Graphic Designer/Project Manager
Atlantic Sign Company
11.2011 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing
Ohio University