I am a multidisciplinary designer and digital artist with a focus in image making and brand design systems for global campaign experiences.
Proficiencies:
Compositing, Creative Retouching, Brand Identity, Visual Identity Systems and Art Direction.
Software Skills:
Mac OS platforms
Adobe: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Bridge
Other: Midjourney, Sketch, Miro, KeyShot
Email: gabebledsoe@gmail.com
Network: LinkedIn
Location: Portland, OR
Nike
Reebok
Adidas
Xbox
Merrell
Gerber Gear
EA Sports
Electronic Arts
Dutch Bros
Intel
Skylight Collective
Art Director: Image [2021 - Present]
Portland, Oregon
Concept and develop seamless and innovative tools in regards to visual identity, key art, logo and brand toolkits for global digital, social and product experiences. Work alongside Creative Directors, Art Directors and brand design team to identify challenges and establish parameters to put campaigns in the best light possible for success. Clients include: Nike, Xbox, Electronic Arts and Chewy.
Roundhouse Agency
Senior Designer [2015 - 2021]
Portland, Oregon
Crafted custom imagery, motion design, video and brand design systems for global digital, social and retail campaign experiences. Worked in collaboration with Creative Directors, Art Directors and design teams to develop immersive experiences that focused the consumer towards the brand journey. Clients Included: Reebok, Adidas, Merrell, Gerber Gear and Dutch Bros.
SET Creative
Senior Designer [2014 - 2015]
Portland, Oregon
Developed brand experiences by designing environments and graphic systems for high-profile lifestyle and tech brands. Worked with Creative Directors and Art Directors to establish innovative solutions that effectively connected consumers with the brand experience. Clients included: Nike, Google Glass, Oakley, Sephora and Red Bull.
Cinco Design Office
Senior Brand Designer [2011 - 2014]
Portland, Oregon
Created key art, brand identity, in-depth visual identity systems and campaigns for accounts such as EA Sports, Monster Products, Intel and Xbox. Worked closely with Creative Directors to lead design team in concept development, image making, strategy, design and expansion of custom brand creative. Assisted Account Managers in project schedules, deadlines and delivery.
Trailer Park
Art Director [2009 - 2011]
Los Angeles, California
Developed integrated advertising campaigns for high-profile brands and entertainment properties at a large ad agency. Created key art, ads, case studies, brand identity, user interface design, packaging and style frames for television. Collaborated with Creative Directors and Designers to establish appropriate solutions for client specific needs. Clients included, but were not limited to: Under Armour, Toyota, Warner Brothers, Interscope Records, Orbitz, A&E and El Pollo Loco.
Herenow Creative Network
Designer [2007 - 2009]
Portland, Oregon
Created identity, collateral, retail environments, user interface design, and packaging work for a variety of accounts, including: Nike, Adidas, Umpqua Bank and Autodesk. Regularly collaborated with coworkers and clients regarding the design process through frequent meetings and correspondence.
Education:
· Bachelor of Fine Art: Multimedia Design. University of Oregon, Eugene, OR.
· Minor in Communication Studies