Michael Brown

I provide innovative design solutions to an array of clients. I am an efficient problem solver who believes that research and communication is the key to effective design solutions.

I managed all aspects of the design department for the infant toy division. I developed branding, packaging and styleguides for the Lamaze toy line. I coordinated and directed photo shoots. I developed marketing campaigns and designed advertising for trade magazines and I managed designers, illustrators and freelance production artists.

I designed innovative packaging, advertisements, logos and tradeshow graphics. I was the lead designer in charge of the Nickelodeon and Scooby-Doo licenses. I provided and manipulated quality product photography. I also trained and supervised graphic designers and production artists.

I managed all aspects of the creative department. I provided art direction and design for direct mail campaigns, corporate identity, business collateral, environmental graphics, UX/UI design for interactive touch-screen kiosks, brand identity, catalogs and websites. I also presented art concepts to clients.

I concepted and designed national product launches, advertising and branding.

I was in charge of scanning, color correcting and manipulating images for book interiors and covers. I created an effective cataloging system for maintaining and referencing image files.

Graphic Design, Environmental Design, Illustration, Photography, English, Art History