SCOTT E. MARTIN
Warrior, AL 35180
Phone: 205-***-****
Email: ****************@*****.***
Portfolio: https://graphicdesignbyscott.b12sites.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Versatile and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with nearly 30 years of experience creating impactful visual content across print, digital, and web platforms. Highly skilled in brand development, visual storytelling, layout design, and multimedia production for a variety of industries including automotive, hospitality, and education. Adept at managing multiple projects under tight deadlines while maintaining design quality and brand consistency. Known for a strong eye for aesthetics, technical proficiency with top design tools, and a passion for delivering clean, effective visual communication. Secondary experience in weather communication and meteorology, with proven ability to distill complex data into engaging visuals and educational materials.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Design Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver), QuarkXpress, Affinity Suite (Designer, Photo, Publisher)
Web & Media: WordPress, Weebly, Camtasia, OBS Studio, HTML, CSS, Java
Productivity: Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Zoom, MS Teams, TimeCamp
Platforms: Mac OS, Windows
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Advanced Graphic Design • Editorial Layout & Prepress
• Branding & Identity Systems • Educational & Awareness Campaigns
• Multimedia Production • Digital Asset Management
• Infographics & Data Visualization • Team Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support
• Weather Communication & Visualization
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graphic Designer
Strong Automotive — 01/2023 – 06/2025
• Design and produce dynamic graphics for web, direct mail, and print across multiple
automotive clients.
• Conduct quarterly website audits and proactively update outdated creatives.
• Maintain organized digital libraries, streamlining access to assets and reducing turnaround time.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and contribute to creative team workflows and
knowledge sharing.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Purpose Lodging — 01/2019 – Present
• Developed print and digital collateral to reinforce hospitality brand presence.
• Designed logos, websites, animations, and promotional materials to elevate marketing impact.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Integral Hospitality — 04/2017 – Present
• Delivered targeted marketing materials tailored to hospitality sector demands.
• Advised on creative direction and visual consistency across campaigns.
Contract Graphic Designer & Layout Editor
National Weather Association — 01/2017–12/2024
• Designed promotional materials, logos, and social media graphics for public outreach and events.
• Led layout and preflight of scientific publications for the Journal of Operational Meteorology.
• Supported marketing and logistics for annual meetings and large-scale events.
Contract Graphic Designer & Layout Editor
National Weather Association — 01/2017–12/2024
• Delivered timely forecasts and severe weather updates for AlabamaWx.com and social channels.
• Designed infographics and educational content to enhance public weather literacy.
• Managed content for multiple websites and social media platforms.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Operational Meteorology
Mississippi State University, May 2021
Diploma in Graphics & Printing Communications
Bessemer State Technical College, June 1997
REFERENCES
Available upon request.