Chris Rainey
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Katie Bandstra
It's not often the client has such a strong relationship with the creative team, but it's not often that agencies have a talent like Rainey. For the past 4 years he has been the lynchpin to helping us at T-Mobile redefine how we engage with prospects. Not only has he delivered effective creative, personally written some of our favorite radio spots, brought obscure ideas to life, lead amazing photoshoots, but he also is one of the best creative leaders I've ever known. Everyone under Rainey has the opportunity to grow and is challenged. They have the freedom to try new things and yet somehow, everything is on brief. If anyone wants to know more, working with him has been one of the highlights of my career. I'd be more than happy to talk your ear off about how fantastic he is!
David Woodward
I've been fortunate to work with Chris Rainey for many years during my time at TracyLocke. Chris is not only a talented creative, but he goes out of his way to build an incredible team atmosphere. He's personable, has a great sense of humor and really makes your time working together the most fun. More than this, Chris goes out of his way to make sure that all teams are on the same page. Whether Chris is leading the project, or managing from the background, he makes sure that he understands all of the ins-and-outs of the ask to deliver the best-possible work. Chris is also an incredible brand steward and is adept at knowing when to champion a solution that is in the client's best interest, or when to pull back. I am incredibly grateful to have worked with Chris; any agency is that is fortunate enough to snag him will receive a gifted designer, motivating leader and a solid team player. Fully recommend.
Katie Bandstra
It's not often the client has such a strong relationship with the creative team, but it's not often that agencies have a talent like Rainey. For the past 4 years he has been the lynchpin to helping us at T-Mobile redefine how we engage with prospects. Not only has he delivered effective creative, personally written some of our favorite radio spots, brought obscure ideas to life, lead amazing photoshoots, but he also is one of the best creative leaders I've ever known. Everyone under Rainey has the opportunity to grow and is challenged. They have the freedom to try new things and yet somehow, everything is on brief. If anyone wants to know more, working with him has been one of the highlights of my career. I'd be more than happy to talk your ear off about how fantastic he is!
David Woodward
I've been fortunate to work with Chris Rainey for many years during my time at TracyLocke. Chris is not only a talented creative, but he goes out of his way to build an incredible team atmosphere. He's personable, has a great sense of humor and really makes your time working together the most fun. More than this, Chris goes out of his way to make sure that all teams are on the same page. Whether Chris is leading the project, or managing from the background, he makes sure that he understands all of the ins-and-outs of the ask to deliver the best-possible work. Chris is also an incredible brand steward and is adept at knowing when to champion a solution that is in the client's best interest, or when to pull back. I am incredibly grateful to have worked with Chris; any agency is that is fortunate enough to snag him will receive a gifted designer, motivating leader and a solid team player. Fully recommend.
Katie Bandstra
It's not often the client has such a strong relationship with the creative team, but it's not often that agencies have a talent like Rainey. For the past 4 years he has been the lynchpin to helping us at T-Mobile redefine how we engage with prospects. Not only has he delivered effective creative, personally written some of our favorite radio spots, brought obscure ideas to life, lead amazing photoshoots, but he also is one of the best creative leaders I've ever known. Everyone under Rainey has the opportunity to grow and is challenged. They have the freedom to try new things and yet somehow, everything is on brief. If anyone wants to know more, working with him has been one of the highlights of my career. I'd be more than happy to talk your ear off about how fantastic he is!
David Woodward
I've been fortunate to work with Chris Rainey for many years during my time at TracyLocke. Chris is not only a talented creative, but he goes out of his way to build an incredible team atmosphere. He's personable, has a great sense of humor and really makes your time working together the most fun. More than this, Chris goes out of his way to make sure that all teams are on the same page. Whether Chris is leading the project, or managing from the background, he makes sure that he understands all of the ins-and-outs of the ask to deliver the best-possible work. Chris is also an incredible brand steward and is adept at knowing when to champion a solution that is in the client's best interest, or when to pull back. I am incredibly grateful to have worked with Chris; any agency is that is fortunate enough to snag him will receive a gifted designer, motivating leader and a solid team player. Fully recommend.
Katie Bandstra
It's not often the client has such a strong relationship with the creative team, but it's not often that agencies have a talent like Rainey. For the past 4 years he has been the lynchpin to helping us at T-Mobile redefine how we engage with prospects. Not only has he delivered effective creative, personally written some of our favorite radio spots, brought obscure ideas to life, lead amazing photoshoots, but he also is one of the best creative leaders I've ever known. Everyone under Rainey has the opportunity to grow and is challenged. They have the freedom to try new things and yet somehow, everything is on brief. If anyone wants to know more, working with him has been one of the highlights of my career. I'd be more than happy to talk your ear off about how fantastic he is!
David Woodward
I've been fortunate to work with Chris Rainey for many years during my time at TracyLocke. Chris is not only a talented creative, but he goes out of his way to build an incredible team atmosphere. He's personable, has a great sense of humor and really makes your time working together the most fun. More than this, Chris goes out of his way to make sure that all teams are on the same page. Whether Chris is leading the project, or managing from the background, he makes sure that he understands all of the ins-and-outs of the ask to deliver the best-possible work. Chris is also an incredible brand steward and is adept at knowing when to champion a solution that is in the client's best interest, or when to pull back. I am incredibly grateful to have worked with Chris; any agency is that is fortunate enough to snag him will receive a gifted designer, motivating leader and a solid team player. Fully recommend.
Experience
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Augustine Agency
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Creative Director
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May 2021 - Present
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Chris Rainey
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Graphic Design
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Freelance Designer
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Oct 2020 - May 2021
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Tracy-Locke
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United States
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Advertising Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Creative Director
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Aug 2012 - Oct 2020
Clients: T-Mobile Local, Metro by T-Mobile Local, 24 Hour Fitness, T-Mobile National RetailLed multiple teams in ideation and execution of strategic and contextually relevant creative initiatives across all mediums. Other responsibilities include team management, shaping culture and building client relationships. Also active in agency initiatives and new business pitches.
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Associate Creative Director
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Apr 2009 - Aug 2012
Clients: T-Mobile National Retail, 24 Hour Fitness, Nokia, Ingersoll Rand, Texas LotteryHelped to manage creative teams across multiple accounts. Developed conceptual and design solutions for agency and clients, including out-of-home, retail, broadcast, print, direct mail, broadcast, and self-promotion.
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Senior Art Director
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Jun 2006 - Apr 2009
Clients: Nokia, Blockbuster, Harrah’s Entertainment Group, Tabasco, 7-Eleven, Pepsi Food Service, HP Developed conceptual and design solutions for agency and clients, including product launch collateral, branding, packaging concepts, out-of-home, in-store displays and broadcast. Directed numerous food/beverage/lifestyle photo-shoots and illustration assignments.
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Art Director
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Oct 2001 - Jun 2006
Clients: Pizza Hut, Pepsi Food Service, 7-ElevenConcepted and designed packaging concepts, menu designs, product launch collateral, in-store POS displays. Also directed numerous food/beverage/lifestyle photo-shoots and illustration assignments.
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Squires&Co
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United States
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Advertising Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Intern
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May 2001 - Aug 2001
Graphic Design Intern Graphic Design Intern
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Education
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1997 - 2001
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Fine Arts, Graphic Design -
1991 - 1993
Denton High School
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