Shingo Brown
HAZEL PARK,Michigan
Summary
A seasoned professional with a proven track record at Casamara Club, I excel in multicultural sensitivity and graphic arts design. Spearheaded cultural initiatives and art exhibitions, significantly enhancing community engagement and diversity. Expert in branding and identity, my strategic approach and complex problem-solving skills have consistently fostered innovative solutions and strong partnerships.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Liaison Specialist
Casamara Club
Detroit, Michigan
06.2024 - Current
- Created a comprehensive plan for outreach activities in order to build community and support for creatives in Detroit.
Culture Coordinator
Detroit City Football Club
Detroit, Michigan
03.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented cultural initiatives to promote diversity in the organization.
- Generated and presented new ideas and insights supporting BIPOC community.
- Curated groups of artists to participate in heritage months throughout the season.
- Designed various assets for print and digital.
Founder
Hard Gallery
Detroit, MI
11.2018 - Current
- Set up exhibition and event spaces to install pieces for display.
- Maintained online media sites with gallery events and information.
- Managed relationships with artists and other sponsors involved in the gallery operations.
- Handled gallery calendar of exhibitions, workers and special events.
- Confirmed event schedules with artists, vendors, clients and visitors.
- Discussed philosophy of gallery, educating visitors on roster of artists and objective.
- Participated in art fairs and attended special events.
Artist
Self-employeed
Detroit, Michigan
01.2008 - Current
- Studied different techniques to apply to artistic endeavors.
- Designed posters for special events.
- Collaborated with clients to develop custom artwork that met their needs.
- Led classes in community to help individuals embrace creativity and develop artistic skills.
- Utilized digital tools and software for graphic design and digital art creation.
- Researched artistic trends and techniques to stay up-to-date with industry standards.
- Developed and conceptualized unique artistic pieces for various exhibitions and clients.
- Developed logos for businesses based on customer specifications.
- Collaborated with art directors to ensure project visions were accurately brought to life.
- Met with commission clients to gain agreement on artistic project goals, parameters and financial considerations.
Brand Marketing Manager
The Siren Hotel
Detroit, Michigan
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Coordinated with advertising, PR, digital, design and media teams to ensure successful execution of campaigns.
- Managed budgets for all branding initiatives.
- Maintained a strong understanding of the latest trends in digital marketing tactics.
- Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
- Cultivated business partnerships to build lasting relationships with internal and external parties.
- Assisted in creating a consistent look and feel across all aspects of the organization's branding efforts.
- Worked closely with designers to create visual elements that aligned with the company's overall brand strategy.
- Created and managed campaigns to increase brand awareness.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Art Institute of Atlanta
Atlanta, GASkills
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Art fundamentals
- Graphic arts design
- Print design and illustration
- Branding and identity
- Art conceptualization
- Complex problem solver
- Multi-lingual
ART SHOWS + PUBLIC ART
- AUNT NEE'S MURAL (DETROIT, MI) 09.2024
- INTO ACTION 2024 GROUP EXHIBITION (CHICAGO, IL) 08.2024
- ASIAN SENSATIONS POP-UP (DETROIT, MI) 05.2024
- DETROIT HUSTLES HARDER "WARMTH PACKS" FUNDRAISER (DETROIT, MI) 09.2023
- ORCHIDS & ORANGES GROUP SHOW (DETROIT, MI) 05.2023
- THE AUTO SHOW/GROUP EXHIBIT (DETROIT, MI) 12.2022
- MEAN RED 100FT LONG MURAL (DETROIT, MI) 10.2022
- M4 CIC PAINTED DELIVERY VAN (YPSILANTI, MI) 09.2022
- DETROIT PISTONS PAINTED CENTER COURT LOGO (DETROIT, MI) 08.2022
- STROH'S FEATURED ARTIST T SHIRT COLLABORATION (DETROIT, MI) 08.2022
- ANN ARBOR BUDDHIST TEMPLE MURAL (ANN ARBOR, MI) 06.2022
- HAPPY FAMILY SOLO EXHIBITION (DETROIT, MI) 04.2022
- 20 AMERICANS GROUP EXHIBITION (HAMTRAMCK, MI) 07.2021
- SIDE BISCUIT MURAL (ANN ARBOR, MI) 10.2020
- SUMMER SHOWCASE AT K.O. GALLERY (HAMTRAMCK, MI) 07.2020
- ART MILE FEATURED ARTIST (DETROIT, MI) 07.2020
- QUARANTUNES ART AUCTION (ATLANTA, GA) 06.2020
- IMA NOODLES MURAL-MIDTOWN LOCATION (DETROIT, MI) 10.2019
- ASTRO COFFEE CHALK MURAL X3 (DETROIT, MI) 2018-2019
- SOFT SOLO EXHIBIT (DETROIT, MI) 02.2019
- HOUSE OF VANS X SMPLFD ARTIST (DETROIT, MI)01.2019
- SMPLFD MURAL (DETROIT, MI) 06.2018
- SNEAKERS N STUFF ARTIST (NEW YORK CITY, NY)12.2017
- DON'T FORGET TO THANK YOURSELF SOLO EXHIBIT (ANN ARBOR, MI) 11.2017
- STRAIGHT UP SOLO EXHIBIT (ANN ARBOR, MI)11.2017
- AO SOLO EXHIBIT (YPSILANTI, MI) 04.2016
Timeline
Community Liaison Specialist
Casamara Club
06.2024 - Current
Brand Marketing Manager
The Siren Hotel
06.2023 - 06.2024
Culture Coordinator
Detroit City Football Club
03.2023 - Current
Founder
Hard Gallery
11.2018 - Current
Artist
Self-employeed
01.2008 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Graphic Design
Art Institute of Atlanta