JASON WONG

Art Director/Senior Graphic Designer

Experienced graphic designer with a reputation for creativity, collaboration, and delivering
on-time, in-scope results. Strong visual acuity and analytical skills translate business goals into compelling marketing messages. Successfully enhances user interfaces by crafting flows, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals. Adheres to client requirements by brainstorming ideas, executing and developing digital products. Proficient in interactive campaigns, digital marketing processes, and client relations through exceptional communication.

Career Experience:

Entertainment Software Association

Washington D.C.
4/2023 – 4/2024

Creative Services Manager

Collaboration, creation of compelling design for integrated marketing and communication campaigns across digital and print platforms and social media platforms; interactions at all levels throughout the association. Designed event materials, data reports, and other marketing materials  to further the mission of the association and the video game industry. Members I worked with frequently include Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo.

The House of Representatives, Washington, D.C.                                                                
11/2022 – 3/2023

Graphic Design Specialist

Creation of digital and print materials for Congressional Members and Staff with tight deadlines, including logos and brochures, for all members of Congress.

Taoti Creative Agency, Washington, D.C.                                                                               
7/2022 – 11/2022

Digital Designer

Creation of digital ad campaigns for clients and other digital marketing materials for clients: Architect of the Capitol, and DC Lottery. Worked very well under pressure with tight deadlines.

The Washington Post, Washington, D.C.                                                                                 
2016 – 2022

Digital Branded Content Designer

Create page designs for branded content and ad campaigns to support client partners. Showcase best design concepts by maintaining consistent coordination with teammates.
Gain up-to-date knowledge of current design trends.

· Identified client design requirements as well as created visually appealing digital design executions
while adhering to client expectations.

· Used animations, dynamic text, infographics, and design elements by creating visually captivating storytelling design.

· Worked collaboratively with a range of internal and external clients.

· Successfully increased revenue for campaign spend with client of the Maryland Renaissance Festival year over year.

The University of Maryland, College Park, MD                                                                         
2009 – 2016

Senior Graphic Designer

Managed overall aspects of design (printed and digital pieces) from ideation to execution. Applied photography skills and design abilities to create products. Brainstormed new ideas for the Department of Resident Life to design new products. Maintained consistent coordination with web design manager to implement designs and ensure translation into digital functioning space.

· Increased trust with internal and external clients aimed at achieving defined business goals and targets.

· Delivered effective guidance and mentored student designers on the design team.

Freelance Experiences:

· Harper Collins Book Publishers, Book Designer, New York, NY

· Discovery Communications, Graphic Designer, Discovery Communications, Silver Spring, MD

· Patton Boggs LLP, Graphic Designer, Washington, D.C.

· Fairchild Publications/Condé Nast, Associate Art Director, New York, NY

· ESPRIT International, Graphic Designer, New York, NY

· Raytheon ITSS, Graphic Associate, Lanham, MD

· Music Television Networks (MTV), Design Assistant, New York, NY

· Forbes Magazine, Graphic Designer, New York, NY

· Photography, Washington D.C. area

Photographed professional marketing events, weddings, White House Correspondents’ Dinner
and other social engagements, and headshots for professional and lifestyle profiles.

Educational Background

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

School of Visual Arts, NYC

Technical Proficiencies

Software: Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Audition,
Premiere, Adobe XD, After Effects, Figma, Procreate, and Photography.

Platforms: Macintosh, iOS

Portfolio
www.jasonwongdesign.com