David

Graphic Designer at Western Michigan University. Working at WMUx as a graphic designer to help re-imagine, elevate and build new connections in higher education.

Over six years of experience in design and development of international marketing campaigns. Overseeing design in and the implementation of numerous campaigns on compressed timelines. Striving to achieve the highest design standards and practices for WMUx at Western Michigan University.

Well versed in web design and development, logo, brand development, and page layout. Highly successful working with dedicated teams of creative individuals.

Skillset

Design & Illustration

Core software competencies : Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign. Printmaking : Relief, Screenprinting, Intaglio, Lithography.

Web Design

Front end design from layout to code. Core competencies : html, CSS, jquery.

Photography

Digital & analog processes. Samples
Essays on photography

Art History

Studied design & fine art history. Passionately engaged in self education.

Experience

Western Michigan University

Graphic Designer | April 2019 – Present | Kalamazoo, Michigan

wmich.edu/x

Newell Brands

Graphic Designer | December 2018 – March 2019 | Kalamazoo, Michigan

newellbrands.com

Frostburn Studios, Inc.

Graphic & Web Designer, Digital Marketer | May 2014 – December 2018 | Kalamazoo, Michigan

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Photography & Design Instructor | May 2016 – Present | Kalamazoo, Michigan

kiarts.org

S2 Games

Graphic Designer | September 2013 – April 2014 | Kalamazoo, Michigan

Education

Western Michigan University

Master of Arts : Communication
Graduated: 2022
Kalamazoo, MI
Honors & Awards & Presentations:
2023 MASALConference- Presenter
2021 CSCA - Presenter
2021 School of Communication - Graduate Creative Scholar Award
2021 CAS - Diversity and Inclusion Writing Prize

wmich.edu

Central Michigan University

Bachelor of Fine Arts : Graphic Design, Minor in Art History
Graduated Summa Cum Laude: 2013
Mount Pleasant, Michigan

cmich.edu

Mid Michigan College

Associate of Science (Art & Design)
Graduated: 2010
Mount Pleasant, Michigan

midmich.edu

Testimonial

"David has one of the strongest creative minds I have had the privilege of working with. He is a strong listener which usually makes his first round of work exceed expectations and requires little re-work with faster delivery. I find his design to be impactful and very much aligned with some of the best creative marketing pushing the industry today. Not to mention, skill set aside, David is intelligent, kind, and funny."

Emily Wolfram | Digital Strategist at EMRAE Marketing