Dusty Rabjohn

Art Director

Chicago | United States

Skills

Art Direction
Photography
Typography
Adobe Creative Suite
Illustration

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Darts

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Surfing

Artwork

Horror films

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In my own words

— Dusty

Strategic, detail-oriented, and collaborative design leader working in communicative arts for 15+ years.

Currently serving as Art Director of Packed with Purpose, a B Corp certified gifting company. I have a Master's degree in Fine Arts from the University of Auckland and a BFA in Illustration & Design from the Columbus College of Art & Design. I have also participated in art residencies and exhibitions in Finland, Russia, and Japan, exploring different cultures and perspectives through my creative work. I am passionate about art as a way of expression, communication, and education, and I enjoyed sharing my knowledge and skills as an Adjunct Professor at the Illinois Institute of Art for many years. I am fluent in Adobe Creative Suite as well as Photography and Image Editing.Projects can be viewed at <a target="_blank" rel="noreferrer" href="http://www.drabjohn.com">drabjohn.com</a>

Trajectory

May 2021 — Now

Art Director · Packed with Purpose

Create/direct all design and photography primarily within digital platforms but also in print and packaging. Owner of brand look and feel.

Aug 2018 — May 2021

Art Director · Koval Distillery

Create all digital and print content including photography for Koval, Inc.

Jan 2012 — Aug 2018

Adjunct Professor · Illinois Institute of Art Chicago

Teach courses in Graphic Design and Illustration including Typographic Hierarchy, Advanced Image Editing, Advanced Illustration, Digital Pre-Press, and Conceptual Imagery.

Oct 2013 — Dec 2014

Graphic Artist · Tween Brands

Created Graphic Illustrations/Designs for Brothers boy's clothing line. Adhered to brand standards. Additionally, setup files for press including color separations and spot setups.

Aug 2008 — Dec 2010

Artist/Thematic Stylist · SVI Thematic Construction Solutions

Designed and implemented procedures for customizing fabricated elements such as signage, 3d scenic elements, murals, installations, and environments. Clients typically included museums, zoos, amusement parks, and outdoors stores.