Experience
Summary
I've had a broad range of experience that includes television production, logo and corporate identity, publication design (everything from magazines to annual reports), web design and package design. I have also taught software specific classes and instructional public speaking.
Specialties
Logo design and Corporate identity, Publication design, Website design, Illustration
Creative Director at International Festivals & Events Association
January 2002 - Present
Create design themes and graphics for promotional marketing and sales presentations, annual convention, educational programs, and company website for IFEA the premier membership organization of the festivals and events industry. . The planning and execution of current subject matter into concrete designs for an online magazine (ISSUU.com), e-newsletters, promotional materials, social media, and sales collateral. Ensuring our brand consistently connects with our customers.
Lead Designer at Pixellight Creative Group (Part-Time Per Project Position) C Sarton Design
January 2011 - Present
I have designed a broad range of pieces for clients both local and national. From the first digital display for the sport fishing industry to corporate identity for small start-up companies. C Sarton Design is partnered with Pixellight Creative Group. We are a loose partnership of professionals with complimentary skills. We provide a wide range of photography, graphic design, illustration, video and web design.
Art Director at Diamond Sports
August 1997 - May 2001
Create design themes and graphics for promotional and collateral materials. Collaborated with the creative team to design and produce computer-generated artwork for marketing and promotional materials. Participated in the production of print and promotional items for clients. Managed junior staff, and the art direction of freelance photographers and illustrators.
Graphic Artist at Sinclair Studio
April 1997 - September 1997
In-house designer creating the business’ new brand package and Photoshop production artist.
Art Director at Richardson Labs
September 1996 - April 1997
Designed the company’s first-ever online magazine, “Women’s Health Journal.” Duties also included box and label design for the company’s products as well as updating and maintaining legacy designs for printing.
Art Director at Micron Electronics, Inc.
March 1996 - September 1996
Designing international ads and other promotional materials for Micron Electronics’ marketing department.
Art Director at Boeing Computer Services
April 1989 - February 1996
Worked in collaboration with engineers, scientists, and the public relations department of Battelle’s Pacific Northwest National Laboratories to design and execute high-profile publications, presentations, report art, collateral material, and ads to support PNNL’s goals in environmental clean-up. Art direction/management of illustrators and photographers; creating cartoons and illustrations.
Art Director at KEPR TV, Retlaw Broadcasting Company
September 1984 - April 1989
Produced all on-air graphics and storyboards for television station promotions, new programs, and commercials. Also produced and directed commercial and promotional productions.
SKILLS
Creative Problem Solving
Brand Identity
Corporate Design
Publication Design
International Design
Print Marketing and Advertising
Illustrator/Cartoonist
Print Production
Web Graphics
Adobe Creative Cloud
Public Speaking
Education
Western Washington University
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design and Illustration, 1982 - 1984
Columbia Basin College
Associate of Arts, Graphic Design and Illustration, 1980 - 1982