Graphic Design Art Director

//JUNE **** — PRESENT//

konstantindesign • New York, NY

Freelance Creative/Art Director

Graphic Design Print & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

» Provide creative services for wide-range of clients clients, including Blue Note Records, EMI Classic Records, London Records, Virgin Classic Records, Capitol Records, Leibowitz Design, The Knot, The Nest, The New York Times, JCRC, The Direct Marketing Association, Youth America Grand Prix, Bank of America, The National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

» Manage end-to-end project life-cycles ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables.

» Collaborate with clients to enhance brand consistency and visual identity.

» Lead creative direction for a variety of projects including branding, digital marketing, and video production for clients in fashion, tech, and non-profit sectors.

» Art direct and design marketing and communications materials, signage, pacakging, album-release CD packaging, and advertising.

» Collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, copywriters, and developers to produce cohesive and compelling visual content for digital and print media.

//SEPTEMBER 2015 — FEBRUARY 2024//

WellLife Network • New York, NY

Creative Director Media, Communications & Fundraising Graphic Design Print & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

» Led the art direction and redesign of the organization’s brand identity, including logo, marketing materials, website, and advertising campaigns.

» Directed and coached teams to ensure high standards in production, productivity, and quality.

» Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet production requirements and client needs.

» Presented final content/media to executive/senior management and key partners for approval.

» Spearheaded innovation by creating original content for marketing, social media, fundraising, and advertising.

» Developed marketing strategies, analyzed campaign results, and identified expansion opportunities.

» Implemented cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality output.

» Overhauled brand identity, resulting in a 50% increase in brand recognition and a 30% boost in overall engagement.

» Managed project budgets up to $300,000, ensuring high-quality output while maintaining cost-effectiveness and adhering to timelines.

» Successfully oversaw and maintained the Ricoh On-Demand digital color production/publishing and printing system to ensure efficient operation and high-quality output. Resulted in $500,000+ cost savings annually.

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//APRIL 2015 - AUGUST 2015 //

Robert Half Consultancy for Willams Lea in-house creative services at Bank Of America

Art Director Creative Services

Graphic Design Print & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

» Led visual storytelling and creative execution of marketing campaigns.

» Ensured brand consistency across all visual elements.

» Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions.

» Managed multiple projects, timelines, resources, and budgets.

//APRIL 2011 — JANUARY 2015//

FEGS • New York, NY

Art Director Media & Communications

Graphic Design Print & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

» Art Directed and designed the agency’s branding, communications, and marketing materials.

» Led branding campaigns, created logos, and designed special events programs.

» Developed compelling annual reports, fundraising, and advertising campaigns.

» Collaborated with a cross-functional team to deliver multimedia content.

» Successfully oversaw and maintained the Ricoh On-Demand digital color production/publishing and printing system to ensure efficient operation and high-quality output. Resulted in $700,000+ cost savings annually.

//2000 — 2006//

The New York Times New York, NY

Art Director Marketing & Promotions

Graphic Design Print & Digital Media

Responsibilities:

» Collaborated with the art department to create visually compelling content for marketing and advertising,.

» Worked with senior management to develop and maintain the company’s aesthetic and brand identity.

» Reviewed graphic materials for brand alignment and consistency across all marketing collateral.

» Contributed to the creative process with the art team, refining artistic concepts and enhancing design quality.

» Managed and delegated projects to an in-house and freelance team, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables.

//EXPERIENCE//

KONSTANTIN DZHIBILOV

Creative & Art Direction Graphic Design Digital Media 917-***-**** ****************@*****.***

New York, NY www.linkedin.com/in/konstantin-design-nyc www.konstantindesign.com

OBJECTIVE:

Dynamic and visionary Creative Director with over a decade of experience in art direction, graphic design, digital media, branding, advertising and marketing. Seeking a senior creative position to leverage my comprehensive expertise in driving brand identity, fostering creative innovation, and leading successful marketing campaigns. Proven track record in managing cross-functional teams, executing high-impact projects, and developing strategic marketing solutions that enhance visual communication and operational efficiency. Known for delivering measurable results, such as increasing brand engagement and achieving significant revenue growth.

//EDUCATION//

Queens College CUNY New York, NY

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

School of Visual Arts New York, NY

Graphic Design for Advertising

Parsons School of Design New York, NY

Web Design and Construction

//SKILLS//

» Creative Strategy Development

» Branding and Identity

» Marketing Campaigns

» Team Leadership

» Cross-Functional Collaboration

» Graphic Design

» Digital Marketing

» Digital Print Production

» Budget Management

» Project Planning and Execution

» Adobe Creative Cloud

» QuarkXPress

» Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

» Figma, Canva

» Mac OSX/Windows

» iMovie, Final Cut Pro, Drupal/WordPress CMS

» AI Tools/Open AI

» Typography

» Color Theory

//KEY ACHIEVEMENTS//

» Successfully led rebranding efforts at WellLife Network, enhancing the organization’s market and idustry presence.

» Delivered high-quality design and marketing solutions to prestigious clients in the music and publishing industries.

» Consistently managed large-scale projects, maintaining high standards and cost-effectiveness.

» Recognized for innovative contributions to marketing strategies and visual communication.

//AWARDS//

» Communicator Awards — Gold (2021, 2022)

» Hermes Creative Awards — Platinum (2020, 2021, 2022)

» Davey Awards — Silver (2022)

KONSTANTIN DZHIBILOV

Creative & Art Direction Graphic Design Digital Media 917-***-**** ****************@*****.***

New York, NY www.linkedin.com/in/konstantin-design-nyc

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