Experienced Creative Director with ** years of expertise in developing advertising and marketing
campaigns for both business-to-business and consumer brands. Skilled in managing teams and working closely with clients to fulfill their objectives. Proficient in overseeing projects from conception to final production, and delivering content for various platforms including print, web, presentations, trade shows, television, radio, and out-of-home advertising. JUNE 2011 - Present
CREATIVE DIRECTOR /CONSULTANT
DDB, New York, NY
• Oversee the creative team in developing exceptional and effective advertising campaigns for a diverse range of consumer and business brands.
• Lead team meetings, ensuring clear communication of stakeholders' objectives.
• Devise innovative concepts, strategies, and creative content that resonate with target audiences.
Clients: Whistling Frog, Quantum Media Advertising, Mass PTA, PetroJam Limited, PanMedia
Brands: Nestle, Tru-Juice 100% Fruit Juices, Hawaiian Punch, Red Stripe Beer, Digicel, Sagicor Group, Appleton Rum, Sangster’s Jamaica Rum Cream, WATA Spring Water, Tastee Patties, Magnun Tonic Wine, Bigga Soda, Milo Food Drink, Roberts Food. DEC. 2009 - JAN. 2011
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Prometheus Global Media, New York, NY
• Led creative direction for comprehensive client projects and internal product development, encompassing print advertising, specialized editorial sections, trade show collateral, and digital media platforms.
• Successfully enhanced the design department's overall efficiency.
• Acted as Project Lead, spearheading the organization-wide transition of all brands from print to digital formats.
CAREER
PROFILE
409 Hamilton Court
Stephens City, VA 22655
m: ***************@*****.***
WORK: dennistondbrown.my.canva.site
DENNISTON
BROWN
Creative Director
PRATT INSTITUTE
Brooklyn, NY
Bachelors of Fine Arts
Advertising Art Direction &
Graphic Design
NEW YORK CITY
TECHNICAL,
Brooklyn, NY
Associates, Art Direction
and Design
NOV. 2003 - DEC. 2009
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Nielsen, New York, NY
• Led a creative team responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of print brands.
• Collaborated effectively with project leaders across various departments, including editorial, marketing, sales, and events, to deliver high-quality content for print, web, presentations, trade shows, and out-of-home advertising.
JAN. 2000 - NOV. 2003
ART DIRECTOR
VNU Inc., New York, NY
• Conceptualized and executed creative artwork and layouts.
• Facilitated brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas.
• Managed, evaluated, and approved designs throughout pre-production and post-production stages.
• Recognized as Support Person of the Year for exceptional contributions. FREELANCE CREDITS:
DDI MAGAZINE
(DISPLAY & DESIGN IDEA)
Media Kit design and
accompanying collateral
DYLAN MARKETING
Corporate Branding
- Letterhead
- Business Cards
- Product Brochure
CENTRAL PARK
CONSERVANCY
Rebranding and design
‘The Central Barker’
monthly newsletter
• ADDY AWARD, BEST OVERALL
CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR
• NEW YORK ART DIRECTORS CLUB
EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN AWARDS
• MOSTLY MOZART CONCERT
SERIES DESIGN COMPETITION
WINNER
SKILLS / EDUCATION
• ART DIRECTION
• CAMPAIGN STRATEGY
• ADOBE SUITE
InDesign
Photoshop
Illustrator
• GRAPHIC DESIGN
• LAYOUT
• COPY WRITING
• IDEA GENERATION
HONORS