Damian King: in Oakland, CA
Damian King
Oakland | United States
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Drawing
Music
Painting
Printmaking
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Work experience
Damian King Design
Designer/Art Director | 06/2006 - 03/2018
As the sole owner and creative force behind my design firm I am responsible for all aspects of every project that passes through my doors from inception to delivery. Helping a wide variety of clients to successfully reach and communicate with their targeted audiences through innovative design solutions. Tackling a large range of project descriptions, large and small, that run the gamut from logo design, illustration, typography, web assets, print, and much much more. Building and maintaining lasting relationships through clear communication and an ability to deliver on a deadline and within budget.
Cost Plus World Market
Senior Graphic Designer | 04/2015 - 03/2018
Collaborated with Art Director and visual merchandising team to concept and create seasonal and evergreen in-store environmental graphics using heavy hand illustration and typography.
Art directed and trained new designers on company business objectives and style-guidelines.
Created instructional signage diagrams for each shop schematic to help reduce construction time, eliminate error, ensure quality control and upkeep of brand standards.
Maintained relations with business partners and vendors to guarantee deliverables of graphic sets, reduce packaging costs and improve quality and time to market for over 250 store locations nationwide.
Universal Music Group
Freelance Graphic Designer | 03/2013 - 05/2013
Produced lifestyle and branding services to recording artists and entertainment brands around the world. Worked with artists such as Paul McCartney, Katy Perry, Tupac, Billy Joel and many more.
Education history
California College of Art
BFA | 2003 - 2006
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