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I’m a passionate creative professional with over 24 years of experience in the design industry. As the Owner and Lead Designer at Creative Ninjas, I specialize in crafting innovative and impactful visual solutions for a diverse range of clients. My journey includes pivotal roles at Hubbard Broadcasting and Bonneville International, where I honed my skills in graphics and web media. I thrive on blending strategic objectives with creative flair to deliver exceptional results. Let’s create something amazing together!

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About Me

I’m Gary, a passionate creative professional with over 24 years of experience in the design industry. From a young age, I’ve always been drawn to expressing myself through art, eventually finding my true calling in graphic design after many years in retail and a brief stint in music. My journey began at Antonelli College, where I immersed myself in the world of design and built a network that led to my first role at Infinity Broadcasting.

At Infinity Broadcasting, I learned the ropes of the industry, working on sales and marketing materials and evolving into web design. My roles at Bonneville International and Hubbard Broadcasting further shaped my career, providing me with invaluable experience in leading creative teams and managing complex projects.

In 2007, I founded Creative Ninjas, as a side hustle which blossomed into a full-time venture in 2015. Here, I’ve had the pleasure of working on a wide variety of projects, always striving to bring my clients’ visions to life. I excel in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and CorelDraw, and I’ve embraced the digital age with a focus on WordPress and Elementor.

My design philosophy centers on finding the “why” behind every project, ensuring that every visual element serves a purpose. I believe in building strong relationships with my clients, fostering a sense of trust and partnership. Outside of design, I am passionate about music and podcasting, which continually inspire and influence my work. Through every medium, I seek to tell compelling stories that resonate with audiences.

Skills
&
Experience

Education

Antonelli College
Commercial Art
1996 – 1998

Work Experiences

Creative Ninjas – USA
Owner/Designer/Ninja
Amelia, Ohio
Jan 2007 – Present

  • Led Diverse Creative Projects: Spearheaded the development and execution of a wide range of design projects, including corporate identities, marketing campaigns, and outdoor designs, ensuring client satisfaction and impactful results.

  • Client Relationship Management: Fostered strong partnerships with clients through effective communication, understanding their visions, and delivering tailored design solutions that aligned with their business goals.

  • Digital and Web Development: Developed over 30 full websites using WordPress and Elementor, enhancing clients’ online presence with innovative and user-friendly designs.

Hubbard Broadcasting, Inc.
Senior Designer | Development Specialist
Cincinnati, Ohio
May 2011 – Dec 2014

  • Led design projects across multiple media platforms
  • Hired and managed team members
  • Created specialized splash pages for promotions

Bonneville International Cincinnati
Senior Designer – Graphics and Web Media
Feb 2001 – Apr 2011

  • Managed graphic and web design projects
  • Developed engaging multimedia content for various campaigns
  • Enhanced user experience through effective web design

Infinity Broadcasting
Graphic/Web Designer
Feb 2001 – Feb 2007

  • Created innovative graphic designs for web and print
  • Took on web development tasks following the departure of the web designer
  • Produced weekly in-house newspaper for employment opportunities

My Skills Include:

Adobe Photoshop icon

Adobe Photoshop

24+ yrs experience

Adobe Illustrator

24+ yrs experience

CorelDraw

24+ yrs experience

Adobe InDesign

24+ yrs limited use experience

WordPress

10+ yrs experience

Elementor Page Builder

5+ yrs experience

Wondershare Filmora

2+ yrs experience

Additional Experience:

Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint

Google Docs, Sheets, Slides

ClickUp for project management

ChatGPT, MidJourney

Discord

Youtube Studio

Captivate.fm

Take A Look at Some of My Projects

Additional projects are available upon request.  There is a vast amount of work over a 24+ year period and it is difficult to display every project I have ever done.  If you are curious of my experience with a particular type of project, please contact me and I will give you my relevant experience with examples of that work.

Corporate Identity & Branding

Logos, Brand Guidelines, Business Cards, etc.

Print Marketing

Flyers, Brochures, Ads, etc.

Web Design & Development

Full websites, Landing Pages, Lead Pages, etc.

Digital Marketing

Digital Ads, Banners, Email Templates, etc.

Do You Have a Project or Opportunity You Want To Discuss?

Please submit the contact form and let me know what you are looking for!  I am always interested in hearing of new projects or opportunities and would love to connect!


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