Gabe Wilson
Graphic Designer · Wonderbrett
Huntington Beach, CA
In My Own Words
<p>I am a multidisciplinary designer with 15+ years of experience. I have been fortunate enough to work with a wide variety of industries including motorsports, high-end women's fashion, action sports and retail. Through these different worlds of design, I have greatly expanded my views and have learned to collaborate with designers and art directors from all industries. Rather than work on one aspect of a project, I prefer to be immersed entirely. In this technologically driven world, graphic design is much more than just computer programs. I've adapted to work projects from all angles, from initial sketches to press checks to website launches. Through these experiences I have developed a strong curiosity to learn and master associated skills, like web development, photography, art direction and more.</p>
Work Experience
Creative Director
Wonderbrett2019 – Present
Established identity for legacy cannabis brand. Winner of 2 CLIO awards. Expanded brand from 10 SKUs to over 250. Developed all visual materials, graphics and logos for use on packaging, website, social media, apparel, accessories and print materials. Designed communication and marketing materials for 20+ events. Directed the creation of visual assets with external photographers and agencies. Collaborated with industry leading brands, both in and out of the cannabis space, on new products. Created all graphics and promotional materials for the opening of two retail stores in Los Angeles. Expanded brand from California to Michigan, Arizona, New Jersey and a direct-to-consumer online platform. Managed social media across 3 accounts, overseeing growth from 10k followers to over 150k
Sr. Graphic Designer
Beyond Marketing Group2016 – 2019
Responsible for the concept, design and production of innovative, high quality print and digital artwork, including magazine ads, brochures and websites. Worked with a diverse range of clients, including beverage, automotive, music, cannabis and fitness.
Art Director / Print Project Manager
Spin Imaging Inc2009 – 2017
Oversaw creation of all graphics, focusing on vehicle wraps, for clients including motorsports, aviation, action sports, beverages, apparel, lifestyle brands and more. Daily interaction and management of clients and projects. Self designed, coded and maintained company website. Managed 3 employees and all projects from concept to production to installation. Averaged 20-30 projects per week.
Lead Creative
Apple Retail2004 – 2009
Provided one-on-one training, adjusting teaching style to meet the needs of a wide range of age groups and learning styles. Worked closely with Apple Corporate to develop new training programs across all levels of software. Created and conducted various workshops across a wide variety of Apple and Adobe software. Managed the performance, scheduling and training for eight employees as Lead Creative. Hand picked to be part of the opening team of Irvine retail location. Part of multiple product launches including the iPod color, iPod nano, OS X and iPhone.
Graphic Designer
96° In the Shade2008 – 2008
• Produced full line catalog for high end, island lifestyle men’s fashion line. Handled art direction, image editing and layout. • Designed, built and maintained the brand website. • Produced all other branding, including hang tags, flyers, order forms, flyers, business cards, etc.
Graphic Designer
House of Sarket2008 – 2008
• Produced full line catalog for high end, custom tailored women’s fashion line. • Handled art direction, image editing, layout, press checks, etc.
Graphic Designer
Mar Worldwide2006 – 2007
• Designed multiple catalogs for Kawasaki Motors. In charge of overseeing photo shoots, all image editing, all image placement and development of style and layout for 4 catalogs. • Produced custom graphics, icons, art for layouts in catalogs, point of purchase displays, magazines, etc. • Involved with paper selection and press checks.
Education
AA - Graphic Design + AA - Marketing
The Art Institute of California – Orange County2003 – 2006
AA - Graphic Design + AA - Marketing
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