Qualifications
Derek is a graphic designer from North Carolina.
He received his BFA in Graphic Design from Appalachian State University in 2009. While he is available for freelance or contract work, he'd prefer a full-time position that can utilize his experience in both print and web design, as well as allow for creativity and conceptual thinking.
Derek is...
- Experienced in all facets of graphic design: from animation to web design, and from photography to printing and publishing.
- Adept in social networking and the most commonly-used design applications.
- Educated in design theory and fine arts, as well as programming.
- Able to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Proficient at integrating client ideas with creative design solutions.
More information, such as software and work experience, as well as selected freelance clients, can be found by downloading his resume.
Branding
Logo for a North Carolina-based illustrator
Logo for Hip Hop Haven, a North Carolina-based non-profit organization.
Logo for Crisis Scenarios.
Identity for NC Saves - Logo
Identity for About the Face: Makeup Artistry - Logo
Logo for Jameykay Young: Photographer
Professional
Email Marketing Campaign for HouserShoes.com: Veteran's Day
Email Marketing Campaign for HouserShoes.com: Fall
Email Marketing Campaign for HouserShoes.com: Labor Day
Sale Poster for HouserShoes.com
Business Card for a North Carolina-based Industrial Designer
Flyer for Hotel Indigo
E-Brochure for Hotel Indigo and Residences at 151
Hotel Indigo ad for WNC Magazine's Wedding Issue
1/2pg MtnXpress ads for Phi Bar (Day & Night)
RGB
A Clear Path - Website
Identity for NC Saves - Website
Identity for About the Face: Makeup Artistry - Website
Grading Rubric for The Montclair Kimberley Academy
Harper's Bazaar Kinetic Typography
"The History of Skateboarding" interactive
"Shoot" - A Mega Man Tribute (warning: LOUD)
Posters
Identity for NC Saves - Poster
Bread and Puppet: Political Street Theatre - 36"x24"
Consumption Study - 38"x48"
"I Have a Dream" - 24"x36"
Underworld Promo - 11"x17"
"Graphic Design is Killing Me (You've all been here before)" 7-layer Screenprint - 34"x48"
Typographic
Identity for NC Saves - Brochure side 1
Identity for NC Saves - Brochure side 2
32-page "Experience" Book.
10-page Single Typeface Book
Newspapers
The Appalachian newspaper
Mixed Media
"Good vs. Evil" 5-layer screenprint, 2003 PICA-Twin Oaks Student Achievement Award Winner - 11"x17"
"Art is Bull pt. 1" 5-color screenprint - 24"x18"
"Art is Bull pt. 2" 5-color screenprint - 24"x18"
"Art is Bull pt. 2" 5-color screenprint - 18"x24"
"Art is Bull pt. 4" 5-color screenprint - 24"x18"
