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Click here or scroll down to respond to this candidateDamonJohnsonCandidate's Name
Street Address 80th Ave. WestEdmonds, WA Street Address
Cell:Email:Portfolio:LinkedIn:PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEEMAIL AVAILABLECandidate's Name 2.artstation.com/LINKEDIN LINK AVAILABLEGRAPHIC ARTISTPACKAGING DESIGNERILLUSTRATORProfile Experienced graphic artist, packaging designer, and illustrator with 14+ years in the creative field. Proficient in multitasking, managing multiple projects, and schedules concurrently. Possesses a keen eye for detail and extensive awareness of client branding to achieve customer goals. Enjoys people and collaborating with teams, bringing humor and positive energy. Goal-oriented, aiming to contribute to organiza- tional success through innovative ideas and exceptional design. Collaborate with product development teams to ensure projects move through pipeline to meet deadlines and factory ship dates. Researched and identified new creative visual styles; provided appropriate recommendations for new designs and partners.Developed and implemented compelling packaging, graphics and design concepts with the goal of achieving clients project objectives. Funko LLCPackaging Artist / Designer 2013-2016Funko LLCSenior Packaging Artist 2016-2023Experience Communicated and partnered with senior directors and artistic management to develop packaging branding that reflected the company's core aesthetic. Fostered a collaborative creative environment through team meetings and design exploration. Brainstormed with creative teams and directors to conceptualize and execute design ideas, producing final art in accordance with brand guidelines. Led the packaging design process, ensuring brand consistency and adherence to quality standards. Excellent communication, creative, presentation, and storytelling skills. Evaluated brand direction and analyzed similar packaging designs. Selected functional ideas and created packaging mock-ups for new concepts. Maintained strong organizational, time management, and prioritizing skills, juggling multiple projects and meeting deadlines. Provided team leadership and guidance to new team members. Contributed to a positive work environment, promoting our company's design culture.Established and developed packaging standards for product graphics and Branding Concepts for both company and corporate licensees. University Of WashingtonBA / Art, PrintmakingShoreline Community CollegeAA / Visual Communications TechnologyEducation Evaluated brand direction and analyzed industry packaging designs trends. Actively participated in team brainstorming sessions and cross-functional sessions for new asset ideas, packaging development, and innovation. Developed original die lines, and develop custom product packaging formats. Provided quick design ideas based on client briefs. Maintained strong organizational, time management and prioritizing skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines. Peer review with project managers, designers, and copywriters on packaging Accomplishments First graphic artist solely devoted to Packaging Design at Funko. Pivotal member of the design team that created and developed Funkos Pop! Vinyl figures packaging. Headed up the sports design team, developing unique packaging styles for NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, WWE. Designed exclusive packaging for Mariners game day giveaways, featuring prominent players like Ken Griffey Jr., Ichiro, and Julio Rodrguez. Designed the original Gibson Guitar Winged G logo used for promotional event. Created original design assets, developed logos, and corporate identity. Handled product photography, editing, retouching, and image creation for web and catalog sales assets. Generated 2D sketch concepts and defined color schemes (color callouts). Assigned paints for figures using PMS colors, created vector artwork, and pad prints. Constructed 3D mock-ups and prototypes of packaging concepts. Funko LLCStaff Design Artist 2009-2013Designed concept art, package design, photography, vector art, catalog layout and photo editing.Skills Creative Thinking & Visual Solutions Team Building & Collaboration Project Development & Management Excellent Verbal and Written Skills Art Direction & Leadership Cohesive Brand Awareness Client Consultations Licensor Brand Asset Management Positivity and Enthusiasm |
