Michael Stevenson: Graphic Designer in San Diego, CA

My current freelance site where I currently receive and manage an average of 10 clients monthly. My wide range of services covers all aspects of digital and printed deliverables. • Logo design and branding guidelines • Custom illustrations and apparel designs • Photo and Video production and editing • Web design, optimization and SEO maintenance • Marketing and advertising consultation and implementation • Branding conception and implementation.

As the Lead Graphic Designer & Brand Strategist for Burger Lounge, I am responsible for executing key graphic design projects and contributing at a high level to achieve brand and company goals. My role is integral to everything from print and web design, to product launches and photography / videography. One of the reasons I was chosen for this position was my ability to be a "jack of all trades" when it comes to creative direction. • Spearheaded the design and implementation of all print materials for this California-based restaurant chain. Supplied all design and marketing collateral for the company's headquarters and it's 24 brick and mortar locations. • Implemented both static and animated imagery for E-blasts that reached a customer base with over 100,000 subscribers. • Created custom typography and apparel designs for employee uniforms, giveaway swag items, and merchandise available for purchase online. • Instituted an efficient inventory system for all merchandise and took charge of E-commerce website. • Served as the front end web specialist and worked directly with the dev team to maintain and improve upon all UX/UI functionality.

The Nomadik is the premier subscription box for outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers. I currently create all printed inserts shipped along with the brand's monthly subscription packages. I also produce all digital collateral from heavily manipulated hero images, hand-drawn iconography, to logo design, and UX/UI. • Lead designer for all printed materials and packaging materials that reached a global audience of over 100,000 subscribers. • Created the brand logo, wordmarks, and style guide. • Produced motion graphics for both stop-motion animations and full video production advertisements. • Utilized custom typography and hand-drawn illustrations for apparel design. • Consulted with senior brand advocates and owners to advise the best marketing direction and tactics.

Through MCCS I worked closely with the Marine Corps to develop any and all requested marketing materials. From print design to web management, to physical marketing application, MCCS covers a wide variety of needs to serve the men and women who serve our country. I personally assisted in both small scale and large scale print design, web content and design management, as well as photography and video assistance for the many events that take place throughout Southern California's military bases. • Led a 6 man design team in a multitude of projects ranging from basic website maintenance to large scale and nation-wide advertising campaigns. • Hand produced and assembled thousands of printed marketing materials. • Served as an assistant to a large scale printing service. Designing, printing, cutting, and mounting everything from small raffle tickets, to large framed posters, to 25-foot billboards spread throughout southern California and other military bases across the United States. • Served as a council member for all marketing goals applied by the Marine Corps headquarters in Quantico, Virginia. • Designed custom typography and logos for over 25 military-based programs and educational classes. • Led all video and photo production for on-base athletic tournaments, celebrity, appearances, instructional videos, and local programs. • Created a 75+ page program and Video recap of the MCAS Miramar Air show. The world's largest air show that hosts more than 150,000 attendees annually.