Senior Graphic Designer & Branding Specialist

John Hughes

Senior Graphic Designer

Wickliffe, OH 440-***-**** *********@*****.***

Portfolio: https://www.behance.net/vaderpug

Professional Summary

Creative and versatile Graphic Designer with 15+ years of experience delivering innovative branding, packaging, print, and digital solutions across diverse industries. Adept at transforming client needs into compelling visual stories using Adobe Creative Suite, 3D rendering, and motion graphics. Recognized for bridging artistic creativity with technical precision to produce high-impact designs that drive engagement, strengthen brand identity, and support organizational growth. Core Competencies

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

• Structural & Packaging Design 3D Rendering Motion Graphics

• Branding & Identity Systems Catalog & Publication Design

• Pre-Press & Print Production Vendor Coordination

• Digital & Print Marketing Collateral

• Client Relations Cross-Functional Collaboration Remote Work (Teams, Zoom) Professional Experience

Lincoln Electric – Cleveland, OH

Creative Asset Developer Nov 2017 – Present

• Designed marketing campaigns, product visuals, and school curriculum layouts, ensuring brand consistency across global platforms.

• Partnered with marketing, engineering, and product teams to deliver design assets that supported product launches and training programs.

• Enhanced internal design workflows by introducing collaborative tools (Teams/Zoom) during the 2020 transition to remote work.

• Result: Increased design output efficiency while maintaining quality, contributing to stronger customer engagement and training adoption.

Tavens Packaging & Design Solutions – Cleveland, OH Graphic Designer / Structural Designer Dec 2014 – Sep 2017

• Created custom packaging solutions and 3D renderings for consumer products, balancing aesthetic appeal with cost-efficient structure.

• Produced pre-press files and collaborated with CAD operators to ensure flawless production.

• Delivered brand identity designs (logos, displays, and marketing collateral) that strengthened client recognition.

• Result: Helped secure repeat contracts by delivering packaging solutions praised for both innovation and functionality.

POV Communications – Cleveland, OH

Graphic Designer Oct 2012 – Dec 2014

• Developed identity pieces, print collateral, and digital assets for clients across multiple industries.

• Streamlined pre-press preparation, reducing errors and reprints.

• Operated Bizhub/Canon print systems to support in-house production. Southeastern Press Inc. – Mobile, AL

Graphic Designer / Print Production Jun 2012 – Dec 2014

• Designed logos, brochures, catalogs, and other marketing assets.

• Coordinated closely with press operators to ensure accurate color and print alignment. Amerimark Direct – Cleveland, OH

Graphic Artist / Catalog Design Manager Jul 2002 – Jul 2004

• Led catalog production for the 'Complements' line, from concept mock-ups to final layouts.

• Directed photo shoots and vendor print coordination, ensuring catalogs were delivered on schedule.

• Result: Produced catalogs that improved product presentation and boosted seasonal sales. SOS Productions Inc. – Columbus, OH

Graphic Artist / Animator Aug 1998 – Feb 2002

• Produced motion graphics and 3D animations for video and television.

• Designed DVD/CD packaging and interactive menus.

• Drafted storyboards and concept art, winning proposals that secured new clients. Freelance Designer – Nationwide

Graphic Artist 2000 – Present

• Provide custom branding, motion graphics, and illustrations for businesses and publications.

• Work spans logos, catalogs, packaging, print ads, and 3D animation. Education

B.A. in Illustration & Design (Columbus College of Art & Design, Columbus, OH) Presidential Scholarship Dean’s List

References

Debra Zele: 440-***-****

Andrea Tracy: 440-***-****

Olivia McCleery: 440-***-****

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