Graphic Design Team Leader
Resume:
MICHAEL NORTHROP
602-***-**** *********@***.*** linkedin.com/in/michael-northrop-graphics NorthropGrafix.com
Award-winning Visual Arts Director: Translating Concepts into Visual Results
Creating Messaging that Resonates with Audiences and Elevates the Brand
Accomplished, highly skilled multimedia artist; expert at using visual design (motion and static) to deliver striking, persuasive messaging to create impact with measurable results. Support of multiple high-level proposals and initiatives with persuasive videos, illustrations, diagrams and presentations. A team leader and effective collaborator. Adept at elevating brand value and identity for clients. Unique ability to create tangible results using targeted visual elements and storytelling. Expert with relevant creative software for video, photographic, and animation platforms. Highly focused on client satisfaction and results.
Core Competencies
Focused on results
Adobe Creative Suite
Strata Design 3D CX
Cross-functional collaboration
Superlative multimedia design skills
Presentation Design / Scala Display
Experience
Northrop Grumman, Colorado Springs, CO 2021 - Present
An American multinational aerospace and defense technology company
Staff Graphic Artist (A5, TS clearance)
Primary Roles:
Produce high-end videos and other multimedia efforts to support Missile Defense Solutions (MDS) designed to inspire and persuade, including art direction, video editing and graphics for unclassified and classified applications
Direct all projects, from concept to completion. Video: starting with storyboard and ending with a finished, compelling product designed to persuade. Graphics for web and print (presentation, brochure, signage, flier, logo)
Lead high-priority projects across NG’s MDS sector with visually compelling materials
Ensure that large-scale proposals (such as NGI) are positioned to increase recognition and funding
Collaborate with staff to deliver high-quality, persuasive video documents
Provide graphics, diagrams, and illustrations to support proposals, social media and events
Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 2014 - 2021
Largest university in the U.S. and a world leader in research
Art Director - Graphic & Visual Design, ASU Knowledge Enterprise Research Development 2017 - 2021
Sr. Multimedia Developer, ASU Biodesign Institute 2014 -2017
Primary Roles:
Illustrated hundreds of high-level proposal graphics for hundreds of submissions
Supported ambitious research growth targets that relied on compelling project presentations
Directed all design-based projects, from concept to completion, including video and graphics for web and print
Lead high-priority projects across ASU’s research enterprise with visually compelling materials
Ensured that large-scale proposals are positioned to increase recognition and research funding
Collaborated with faculty and staff to deliver high-quality, persuasive print and video documents
Provided advice, consultation, and direction on strategies designed to reach specific audiences
Conceptualized, developed, and executed projects designed to achieve desired outcomes
Leveraged deep expertise with Adobe Creative Suite and other graphics platforms
Microchip Technology, Chandler, AZ 2012 - 2014
Leading producer of semiconductor devices
Graphic Designer
Graphic design Web graphics Motion graphics (click the link below) Advertising design Trade show design
Michael Northrop - YouTube
Provided broad range of visual support for marketing communications initiatives: illustrations for press releases, and online product promotion for product showcases.
Developed creative assets for print and online advertising campaigns including the online company magazine
Managed design and production of trade show structures and exhibits
Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), Phoenix, AZ 2008 - 2012
Highly respected research institute
Graphic Designer
Graphic design Scientific Illustration Journal cover art Motion Graphics Web graphics
Provided visual support for proposals, branding identity and website
Designed cover art for scientific journals and publications:
Neoplasia: Neoplasia Vol 11, Issue 4, Pages 313-417 (April 2009) ScienceDirect.com by Elsevier
Developed and deployed animated content for the TGen Foundation and donor displays, using Scala
Provided creative direction and design for fundraising collateral for all events produced by the foundation
SMP Communications, Scottsdale, AZ 2006 - 2008
Advertising agency
Creative Director
Creative direction Illustration Advertising design for print and online Website design
Provided creative direction and conceptual art for ad campaigns including The Hard Rock Casino Resorts in Florida and Fort McDowell Resort Casino in Arizona, with a mandate to create visually stunning, bright and persuasive graphics
Managed staff of designers in the creation and production of advertising for print and online applications and on-site promotional collateral
Spectrum Engineers, Salt Lake City, UT 1999 - 2006
Multidiscipline Engineering Company
Graphic Design Manager
Proposal graphics Illustration Advertising design for print and online Presentation design Touch panel design
Provided effective, highly visible and persuasive graphics and illustrations for proposals. Presentation design.
Created brand identities for several engineering projects.
Designed touch panel displays for conference and boardrooms using the Crestron interface.
Education
Arizona State University: Masters of Science (MS) in Graphic Information Technology
Grand Canyon University: Bachelor of Arts (BA) Communications – Emphasis on marketing and advertising
Salt Lake Community College: Associates of Applied Science (AAS) Graphic Design – Emphasis on marketing and advertising
Accolades
2016 Wellcome Trust Image Award
International scientific design competition: one of 22 top international finalists http://www.wellcomeimageawards.org/about/creators/michael-northrop/
Awarded Cover Illustration by Nature Nanotechnology 2016, 2017, 2020
Publications: Science, Popular Science
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