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jim samson
Senior art director & designer
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EXPERIENCE
T h e Druc ker G rou p
Alcoa, American Lock, B&G Foods (Las Palmas, Underwood), Comp24, Crider, H.L. Flake, INX, Lavatec,
Manroland, Master Lock, Nutrition Day, RainSoft, SPX (Genfare), Strine, Twisthink
Work within a small team as the agency’s only visual creative, helping to strategically build brand connections,
develop new products, increase distribution, generate awareness and grow clients’ businesses. Projects include
B2C and B2B-centered solutions: lead gen, new dealer and product development materials, online and offline
advertising, integrated branding, direct mail, identity, web design, trade shows, social media, IA, promotional
items and more. 1.09 – Present
Fat h om Com mun i cat i o n s
International Truck and Engine, Double Coin Tires, Thodos Dance Chicago
Showcased can-do, whatever it takes attitude to get the job done right from start to finish with small staff
and under tight deadlines. Developed local, regional, national and global dealer and corporate campaigns,
branding, promotions, events and product launches. Integrated the brand identity throughout corporate,
dealer and Used Truck Organization communications. Projects included: dealer identity systems,
direct mail, BRC, POP, print advertising and collateral, posters, banners, billboards, truck skins, online
collateral, web banners, web pages, e-mails and t-shirts. 5.06 – 8.08
F r eela n c e a rt d ir ecto r / d e s i g n e r
BlueCross BlueShield, Miller Lite, Vertex Hot Water Heaters, Elkay,
Horseshoe Casino, Sony Vaio, Steele +, Hanson Roof, Precious Moments
Gave quick ideas and steady enthusiasm for a variety of agencies and their clients. Conceptualized,
executed designs and showcased the ability to work well with new people and in new environments.
Projects included campaign concepts, print advertising, collateral and catalogs, icons and identities,
promotions and POP. Learned the industry and made some friends along the way.
Tom, Dick & Harry: Shiner Beer, Moosehead Beer, Pete’s Wicked Ale
Worked with a talented group for a fun client: beer. Led and designed projects including POP, logos, print,
merchandise and catalogs. 1.05 – 4.06
N oble BB Ds
Ingersoll Rand, Kryptonite, Schlage, SeaDoo, New Business Pitches
Instant, integral teammate on major assignments. Helped the agency see new levels of success with
existing clients. Infused ideas for new business pitches, new and current campaigns and other project
assignments. Led and managed projects including print advertising, collateral and catalogs, posters, direct
mail, web banners, photo shoots and TV. 3.04 – 1.05
A n n A r bor N ews
Advertising Support Designer, Production
Created print designs and led production of advertisements for the newspaper. 3.03 – 3.04
G r ey Wor ldw id e
New Business Pitches, Bell South, Southern Co., USFS Hotels, Diet Coke
Developed ideas for current clients and new business pitches. Responsibilities included print, direct mail,
catalogs and TV. 5.02 – 10.02
EDUCAT ION
P ortfolio C en t er
Art Direction Atlanta, GA; Graduated: 3.02
M ic h ig a n Stat e U n i v e r s i t y
Bachelor of Arts in Advertising East Lansing, MI; Graduated: 5.98
Reco g n it ion
pro gram SKILLS
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Graphis New Talent Annual 2002
ADDYs - 3x Student Citation of Excellence
Portfolio Center - 4x Best of Show
Society of Newspaper Design - Award of Excellence-21st Annual Competition
Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator; Microsoft Office
Screenprinting, photography, outdoor adventures, mountain biking, playing sports, spinning records,
attending concerts and shows.
Alcoa Pr i n t Ad s
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Rainso ft Pr int Ad s , Webs ite, Bro chures , Web Banners, Dea ler Profile, Tra deshow
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Shiner Beer Backyard BBQ Id ent ity, Pro m o tional
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CD Mo dern REMO DELIN G Id ent ity, Webs ite
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LAVAT EC Pr i n t Ad s , Webs ite, Bro chures , Tradeshow Booth Design, Case Studies
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Sabrosa Grill Id ent ity, Packag ing
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Internatio n a l T ruc ks m xt Print Ad s , D irect Ma il, Posters, Web Video Ad
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