Graphic Design and Fine Art with coursework in Digital Media, Illustration, Typography, Page Layout, Web Design, and Freehand Drawing.

Art History and general Liberal Arts courses.

Fashion

Lifestyle

Outdoor

Skate

Streetwear

Art & design. apparel design. all things creative. action sports.

Design - Graphic

Senior Graphic Designer/Art Director/Production Artist

Creative & Design

Self-motivated, creative problem solver with 20 years of experience as a Graphic Designer/Artist. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at meeting deadlines in both team and independent settings. Driven by innovation and committed to continuous learning. Seeking a role that leverages my expertise while offering opportunities for further growth and development.

•Develop graphics, logos, layouts, and product illustrations.
•Create visual concepts to communicate ideas that inspire, inform or captivate consumers.
•Collaborate with clients to ensure satisfaction of design deliverables.
•Design print materials such as brochures, flyers and catalogs for marketing campaigns.

Artist/Designer/Illustrator/Screen Printer

•Produced high-end color separations for screen printed products.
•Reviewed proofs for discrepancies, ensuring fidelity to original designs.
•Developed workflow processes to improve efficiency, cutting production turnaround by
two weeks on average.
•Developed creative solutions to meet licensor’s needs while adhering to brand guidelines.
•Edited existing artwork to create new layouts, graphics and logos.
•Key Achievements: Enhanced overall production efficiency and maintained stringent quality standards.

Production Graphic Artist

•Supervised junior designers and provided guidance on their work products.
•Created storyboards, mood boards, and layouts to communicate design ideas.
•Conducted research into current trends for designing campaigns.
•Brainstormed with team members to develop unique concepts and designs.
•Reviewed pre-production and provided feedback to enhance quality control.
•Key Achievements: Led the creative team to successfully launch multiple campaigns.

Graphic Designer/Art Director/Color Separator/Production Artist

•Created illustrations, logos and other designs using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
•Collaborated with management to develop design concepts for private label campaigns.
•Sourced appropriate assets from stock libraries or created images for use in designs.
•Developed and designed digital advertising materials for e-commerce.
•Key Achievements: Played a key role in revitalizing brand identity and boosting online presence.

Contract Graphic Designer

•Managed multiple projects simultaneously, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
•Created designs for licensed products using digital and traditional art mediums. 
•Created original artwork targeted for juniors, men, young men and boys.
•Designing graphics for print for high-profile licenses such as; Marvel Comics, Ocean Pacific, Reebok, Universal Studios, Burger King, Sony Pictures, and Hang Ten.
•Produced marketing collateral to promote company brands and sales support.
•Key Achievements: Contributed to sales growth through innovative design strategies.

Artist/Designer

•Worked with sales teams and clients meeting their time sensitive needs creating graphics for a variety of customized promotional products.
•Designed logos, business cards, custom calendars, die-cuts, T-shirts and hats.
•Managed multiple projects daily, from concept to production.
•Performed all aspects of silk screen printing on a wide variety of products and materials.

Designer/Screen Printer

•Screen printed graphics on raw skate decks for all in-house brands; Zero, Toy Machine, and Foundation, as well as skate shops including, Hanger 18 and Pacific Drive.
•Ensured quality of the wood and print, prepare finished product for shelf stock inventory.
•Picked, packed and processed shipment of outgoing orders and communicated with sales team regarding the status of their orders.
•Sustained high standards of efficiency and accuracy in a high volume shipping department.

Screen Printer/Warehouse Manager

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Chris Larsen: Senior Graphic Designer/Art Director/Production Artist in San Diego, California

Chris Larsen

San Diego City College

Des Moines Area Community College