Mark Stephen Ross
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Kathleen Johnson
Mark is one of those rare artists who has quite literally been "touched by God" with his talent. Working in side-by-side offices, I used to stand and watch in amazement as he would bring an obscure idea to life from a blank sheet. Even then, there seemed to be no style or medium he could not master. In the years since, we have worked several times together in the freelance world and on both sides, whether working for me as a subcontractor or hiring me to help with a job, he is a top-notch professional in every respect; with all that talent you might expect a big ego to match, but Mark's character and integrity are second to none. In addition to his strong work ethic and remarkable artistic capabilities, he has honed and expanded his skills in recent years to an even broader level, encompassing many different service categories. I doubt there is any type of design project you could throw his way in which he could not easily exceed your expectations, and if the work has anything to do with illustration? Look no further, whatever hunk of rock you have waiting, Mark is your Michelangelo.
Curt Harding
I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Mark on more than one occasion and I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is not just a talented and creative graphics/illustrator, he has the added plus of knowing how to really listen to his clients and adjust accordingly. I can not say enough about his professionalism and quality of work. Curt Harding
Kathleen Johnson
Mark is one of those rare artists who has quite literally been "touched by God" with his talent. Working in side-by-side offices, I used to stand and watch in amazement as he would bring an obscure idea to life from a blank sheet. Even then, there seemed to be no style or medium he could not master. In the years since, we have worked several times together in the freelance world and on both sides, whether working for me as a subcontractor or hiring me to help with a job, he is a top-notch professional in every respect; with all that talent you might expect a big ego to match, but Mark's character and integrity are second to none. In addition to his strong work ethic and remarkable artistic capabilities, he has honed and expanded his skills in recent years to an even broader level, encompassing many different service categories. I doubt there is any type of design project you could throw his way in which he could not easily exceed your expectations, and if the work has anything to do with illustration? Look no further, whatever hunk of rock you have waiting, Mark is your Michelangelo.
Curt Harding
I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Mark on more than one occasion and I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is not just a talented and creative graphics/illustrator, he has the added plus of knowing how to really listen to his clients and adjust accordingly. I can not say enough about his professionalism and quality of work. Curt Harding
Kathleen Johnson
Mark is one of those rare artists who has quite literally been "touched by God" with his talent. Working in side-by-side offices, I used to stand and watch in amazement as he would bring an obscure idea to life from a blank sheet. Even then, there seemed to be no style or medium he could not master. In the years since, we have worked several times together in the freelance world and on both sides, whether working for me as a subcontractor or hiring me to help with a job, he is a top-notch professional in every respect; with all that talent you might expect a big ego to match, but Mark's character and integrity are second to none. In addition to his strong work ethic and remarkable artistic capabilities, he has honed and expanded his skills in recent years to an even broader level, encompassing many different service categories. I doubt there is any type of design project you could throw his way in which he could not easily exceed your expectations, and if the work has anything to do with illustration? Look no further, whatever hunk of rock you have waiting, Mark is your Michelangelo.
Curt Harding
I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Mark on more than one occasion and I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is not just a talented and creative graphics/illustrator, he has the added plus of knowing how to really listen to his clients and adjust accordingly. I can not say enough about his professionalism and quality of work. Curt Harding
Kathleen Johnson
Mark is one of those rare artists who has quite literally been "touched by God" with his talent. Working in side-by-side offices, I used to stand and watch in amazement as he would bring an obscure idea to life from a blank sheet. Even then, there seemed to be no style or medium he could not master. In the years since, we have worked several times together in the freelance world and on both sides, whether working for me as a subcontractor or hiring me to help with a job, he is a top-notch professional in every respect; with all that talent you might expect a big ego to match, but Mark's character and integrity are second to none. In addition to his strong work ethic and remarkable artistic capabilities, he has honed and expanded his skills in recent years to an even broader level, encompassing many different service categories. I doubt there is any type of design project you could throw his way in which he could not easily exceed your expectations, and if the work has anything to do with illustration? Look no further, whatever hunk of rock you have waiting, Mark is your Michelangelo.
Curt Harding
I have had the absolute pleasure of working with Mark on more than one occasion and I would highly recommend him to anyone. He is not just a talented and creative graphics/illustrator, he has the added plus of knowing how to really listen to his clients and adjust accordingly. I can not say enough about his professionalism and quality of work. Curt Harding
Experience
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Aladdin Temp-Rite
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Senior Graphic Designer
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Apr 2015 - Present
Providing the multiple facets of graphic design for corporate marketing department. Working with marketing team to produce professional visual solutions in the following : Print design, Multimedia graphics, Logo and identity design, Branding development, Equipment graphics and trade show media. Providing the multiple facets of graphic design for corporate marketing department. Working with marketing team to produce professional visual solutions in the following : Print design, Multimedia graphics, Logo and identity design, Branding development, Equipment graphics and trade show media.
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Founder / Graphic Designer / Illustrator
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Dec 2008 - Apr 2015
Launched a one-person graphic design studio. Served all facets of running a small design business. Established and grew a client list in a weak economy. My studio continues to provide professional creative services in the following graphic disciplines: Print design, Multimedia graphics, Logo and identity design, Branding development, Large format design and production. Book design, DVD and CD packaging, Corporate collateral, Outdoor media, General market illustration, and children’s book illustration. Client list: United Methodist Communications, Rethink Church, Inspire Resources Group, Northern Illinois Conference UMC, Project Tariro, Advent Advantage, David C. Cook, Baker Publishing Group, Thomas Nelson Publishers, Cool Springs Press and various other industries. Show less
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Thomas Nelson Publishers
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Packaging Manager
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2005 - 2008
Duties included but not limited to: Direct all facets of book cover packaging from the initial concept to final files print production. Guide and facilitate the development of all titling and the design concept. Select and manage project designer or design firm. Manage project budget included but not limited to: designer fees, image negotiations, and purchases. Develop and incorporate various branding for our authors. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting production deadlines. Specific packaging genres: Mystery & Suspense, Southern Romance, Historical, Supernatural & Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Historical fiction. Show less
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Graphic Designer III
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2003 - 2005
This position included but was not limited to; the concept and creation of merchandise and print design for various imprints. Design and produce multiple projects simultaneously while meeting production deadlines. Types of projects completed: Seasonal Catalogs, Campaign logos & collateral, Trade publication ads, Merchandise, End cap design, Imprint Identity. This position included but was not limited to; the concept and creation of merchandise and print design for various imprints. Design and produce multiple projects simultaneously while meeting production deadlines. Types of projects completed: Seasonal Catalogs, Campaign logos & collateral, Trade publication ads, Merchandise, End cap design, Imprint Identity.
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Founder/ Lead Designer
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2002 - 2003
My wife and I started a graphic design service that specializes in print design, book packaging, book interiors, and illustration. My wife and I started a graphic design service that specializes in print design, book packaging, book interiors, and illustration.
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Creative Director / In-house Designer
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Jan 2001 - Jan 2002
Duties included but not limited to: Managing the outsourcing and design of DVD & CD packaging, also provided art direction to designers, managed all contracts and budgets. Duties included producing a variety of packaging and print collateral. Duties included but not limited to: Managing the outsourcing and design of DVD & CD packaging, also provided art direction to designers, managed all contracts and budgets. Duties included producing a variety of packaging and print collateral.
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BUNTIN
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graphic Artist for creative staff
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Jan 1999 - Jan 2001
Duties included but not limited to: Develop supporting art of print collateral, re-size or redesign existing ads. Created and design artwork for newsletters, brochures, logos, storyboards, for various print campaigns. Duties included but not limited to: Develop supporting art of print collateral, re-size or redesign existing ads. Created and design artwork for newsletters, brochures, logos, storyboards, for various print campaigns.
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Color & retouch specialist
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Jan 1994 - 1998
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Education
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1988 - 1990
David Lipscomb University, Nossi College of Art, Watkins Institute of Art
Commercial Art
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