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ART DIRECTOR RESUME
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Objective
Creative and innovative Art Director with over 10 years of experience leading design projects, managing creative teams, and delivering high-quality visual content across digital and print mediums. Seeking to bring expertise in visual communication and brand development to a dynamic design agency in Charleston, SC. Passionate about creating engaging and visually compelling narratives.
Professional Experience
Art Director
Harbor Creative Group | Charleston, SC 29401 | June 2051 – Present
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Led a team of 10 designers, overseeing the creative direction for clients in the hospitality, real estate, and luxury goods industries.
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Develop brand strategies and design solutions that increase client visibility, resulting in a 25% growth in web traffic and customer engagement.
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Work collaboratively with marketing and content teams to ensure seamless integration of design with overall brand messaging.
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Manage client relations, presenting design concepts and leading discussions to ensure alignment with their vision and business objectives.
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Oversee the production of print and digital assets, ensuring high-quality designs are delivered within the set timelines and budget.
Senior Graphic Designer
Lowcountry Branding Co. | Charleston, SC 29401 | March 2047 – May 2051
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Designed branding materials, including logos, brochures, and digital content for small businesses and startups in the Charleston area.
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Assisted in the conceptualization of advertising campaigns that captured local attention and helped businesses expand their market reach by 40%.
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Led creative sessions with clients to define their brand voice and design direction.
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Contributed to the launch of several community-focused initiatives, creating print and social media visuals that built local awareness.
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Managed the design team on multiple concurrent projects, ensuring that all visual elements were consistent and on-brand.
Junior Designer
Southern Charm Designs | Charleston, SC 29401 | July 2045 – February 2047
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Created marketing materials and social media assets for regional businesses, enhancing their online presence.
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Collaborated closely with senior designers and copywriters to produce digital content for websites and email marketing campaigns.
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Assisted in photo editing, retouching, and layout design for print and online publications.
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Contributed creative ideas during brainstorming sessions and played an active role in client presentations.
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Provided administrative support in organizing design files, coordinating project timelines, and managing client feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
College of Charleston | Charleston, SC 29401 | Graduated May 2045
Relevant coursework:
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Visual Design
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Typography
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Color Theory
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User Experience Design
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Motion Graphics
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Digital Imaging
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Branding
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Identity
Skills
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Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, XD)
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Strong understanding of visual storytelling, composition, typography, and layout design
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Experienced in leading design teams and managing client relationships
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Expertise in developing digital-first, responsive designs for web and mobile platforms
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Excellent time management, organizational, and multitasking abilities
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Knowledge of current design trends, with a focus on print, digital, and social media marketing
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Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS for web design
Certifications
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Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) – Photoshop and Illustrator | 2050
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Certificate in Digital Media and Motion Graphics | University of South Carolina | 2049
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Certified Graphic Designer | American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) | 2048
Awards & Recognition
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Charleston Design Excellence Award | Charleston Design Association | 2053
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Best Branding Campaign, Lowcountry Business Awards | 2050
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Gold Award for Visual Design, Southeastern Graphic Designers Guild | 2048
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Creative Leadership Award, Harbor Creative Group | 2047
References
Available upon request.
