The Designer

J. Ryan McCarron

Highly creative and multi-talented Designer with extensive experience in interaction design, building design systems, 3D graphics, prototyping, UI/UX, human centered design, marketing, and brand design. Dynamic team player, creative thinker, and a self-motivated problem solver.

  • Factory Design Group
    Lead Designer
    April 2023 - Present

    • Led cross-functional teams to create digital, print, and 3D assets that achieved client objectives.

    • Collaborated with senior management to establish brand identities that connected with customers across various channels.

    • Innovated solutions for design challenges by developing frameworks and enhancing processes for better efficiency and quality.

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    Sierra Office Supply & Printing
    Sr. Graphic Designer
    July 2018 - April 2023

    • Managed design process for multiple clients to maintain brand consistency and deliver high-quality output.

    • Created digital and print designs that surpassed client expectations, driving business growth.

    • Utilized 3D modeling for accurate prototypes across diverse projects, achieving impressive outcomes.

    • Produced high-quality digital assets used company-wide to enhance visual communication strategies.

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    Encore Lacrosse
    Lead Visual Designer
    May 2015 - July 2018

    • Led a team of graphic designers in crafting a distinctive visual identity for the brand

    • Executed email campaigns to boost marketing efforts

    • Maintained and managed various websites to enhance brand presence

    • Created a custom apparel mockup system from design to implementation

    • Established and oversaw multiple sub-brands to foster company expansion.

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    Snap Print, Ireland
    Production Artist
    May 2014 - Nov 2014

    • Optimized speed and productivity of projects.

    • Established and implemented procedures for large-scale print production.

    • Supervised digital setup, production and output.

    • Developed multiple corporate-wide marketing materials for local and international use.

  • Master of Arts in Graphic Design & New Media
    Academy of Art University
    Graduated May 2022

    Using the latest technologies, I created a well-rounded portfolio that includes branding, experience design, packaging, and print.

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    Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art
    Notre Dame de Namur University
    Graduated May 2014

    I graduated with honors and received my BFA in Studio Art that concentrated in Painting and Photography along with a Minor in Business Administration.

    Academic Excellence Award:
    Art Department, April 2014

  • Adobe Photoshop
    Adobe Illustrator
    Adobe InDesign
    Adobe Lightroom
    Adobe After Effects
    Adobe Premiere Pro
    Adobe XD
    Figma
    SketchUp
    Squarespace
    Wordpress
    Microsoft Office

  • Communicative
    Strong Work Ethic
    Project Management
    Quick Study
    Organized
    Creative
    Client Management
    Leadership
    Digital Design
    Print Design
    Brand Design
    Package Design
    Product Design
    Logo Design
    UX/UI Design
    Web Design
    Apparel Design
    Marketing Design

  • Wine/beer/whiskey tasting
    Cooking
    Reading comics
    Watching superhero movies & shows
    Skiing
    Traveling
    Lacrosse