Dino Manuel
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Sean Ngo
Dino truly knows how to be an art director. He is filled with knowledge as well as ideas to always help and improve my designs. His experiences give him an insight into the industry, making him successful at accomplishing goals. Dino knows each person's strengths and weaknesses and has us working on certain projects accordingly. Though he puts trusts into his designers, he is always there to steer you in the right direction when you need help. He not only cares for the brand but his fellow colleagues, always pushing us to better ourselves and our work. It is clear to see that not only does he want the brand to be successful but to see all his designers grow and succeed as well.
Julina Grace
Dino's dedication to the brand translates into unwavering support for his team while his experience and knowledge of all things design serves as a solid foundation for the creative department. He trusts the strengths of his team and takes projects to a higher level by allowing designers to take ownership of their work and with his guidance, provides the opportunity to develop and expand their skills. Always thinking on a multifaceted level, Dino goes beyond a creative point of view to translate material from a design standpoint into a tool for consumers, digital, environmental, and more. Bringing all of his knowledge from past experiences, Dino allows for a deeper understanding of the task at hand, provides valuable insight, and brings the project to life. From initial concepts to final production, he only presents exceptional designs and in turn, raises the standard of the quality of work produced by the department. Dino is an ideal director to work under, through his passion for design and knowledge in the field he brings out the best of my abilities and motivates me to grow creatively as a designer.
Sean Ngo
Dino truly knows how to be an art director. He is filled with knowledge as well as ideas to always help and improve my designs. His experiences give him an insight into the industry, making him successful at accomplishing goals. Dino knows each person's strengths and weaknesses and has us working on certain projects accordingly. Though he puts trusts into his designers, he is always there to steer you in the right direction when you need help. He not only cares for the brand but his fellow colleagues, always pushing us to better ourselves and our work. It is clear to see that not only does he want the brand to be successful but to see all his designers grow and succeed as well.
Julina Grace
Dino's dedication to the brand translates into unwavering support for his team while his experience and knowledge of all things design serves as a solid foundation for the creative department. He trusts the strengths of his team and takes projects to a higher level by allowing designers to take ownership of their work and with his guidance, provides the opportunity to develop and expand their skills. Always thinking on a multifaceted level, Dino goes beyond a creative point of view to translate material from a design standpoint into a tool for consumers, digital, environmental, and more. Bringing all of his knowledge from past experiences, Dino allows for a deeper understanding of the task at hand, provides valuable insight, and brings the project to life. From initial concepts to final production, he only presents exceptional designs and in turn, raises the standard of the quality of work produced by the department. Dino is an ideal director to work under, through his passion for design and knowledge in the field he brings out the best of my abilities and motivates me to grow creatively as a designer.
Sean Ngo
Dino truly knows how to be an art director. He is filled with knowledge as well as ideas to always help and improve my designs. His experiences give him an insight into the industry, making him successful at accomplishing goals. Dino knows each person's strengths and weaknesses and has us working on certain projects accordingly. Though he puts trusts into his designers, he is always there to steer you in the right direction when you need help. He not only cares for the brand but his fellow colleagues, always pushing us to better ourselves and our work. It is clear to see that not only does he want the brand to be successful but to see all his designers grow and succeed as well.
Julina Grace
Dino's dedication to the brand translates into unwavering support for his team while his experience and knowledge of all things design serves as a solid foundation for the creative department. He trusts the strengths of his team and takes projects to a higher level by allowing designers to take ownership of their work and with his guidance, provides the opportunity to develop and expand their skills. Always thinking on a multifaceted level, Dino goes beyond a creative point of view to translate material from a design standpoint into a tool for consumers, digital, environmental, and more. Bringing all of his knowledge from past experiences, Dino allows for a deeper understanding of the task at hand, provides valuable insight, and brings the project to life. From initial concepts to final production, he only presents exceptional designs and in turn, raises the standard of the quality of work produced by the department. Dino is an ideal director to work under, through his passion for design and knowledge in the field he brings out the best of my abilities and motivates me to grow creatively as a designer.
Sean Ngo
Dino truly knows how to be an art director. He is filled with knowledge as well as ideas to always help and improve my designs. His experiences give him an insight into the industry, making him successful at accomplishing goals. Dino knows each person's strengths and weaknesses and has us working on certain projects accordingly. Though he puts trusts into his designers, he is always there to steer you in the right direction when you need help. He not only cares for the brand but his fellow colleagues, always pushing us to better ourselves and our work. It is clear to see that not only does he want the brand to be successful but to see all his designers grow and succeed as well.
Julina Grace
Dino's dedication to the brand translates into unwavering support for his team while his experience and knowledge of all things design serves as a solid foundation for the creative department. He trusts the strengths of his team and takes projects to a higher level by allowing designers to take ownership of their work and with his guidance, provides the opportunity to develop and expand their skills. Always thinking on a multifaceted level, Dino goes beyond a creative point of view to translate material from a design standpoint into a tool for consumers, digital, environmental, and more. Bringing all of his knowledge from past experiences, Dino allows for a deeper understanding of the task at hand, provides valuable insight, and brings the project to life. From initial concepts to final production, he only presents exceptional designs and in turn, raises the standard of the quality of work produced by the department. Dino is an ideal director to work under, through his passion for design and knowledge in the field he brings out the best of my abilities and motivates me to grow creatively as a designer.
Credentials
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Nike certified vendor
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Experience
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Dynamic Dynosaur
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United States
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Graphic Design
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1 - 100 Employee
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Creative Director
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Aug 2008 - Present
an independent creative studio in Costa Mesa, California. At Dynamic Dynosaur Studio we focus on developing work that conveys a representation of the free thought, experimentation and playful imagination. Regardless of the medium with which we work, we hope to always challenge our audience and cultivate a sense of exploration and wonderment. Projects range from brand communications, packaging, print collaterals, processes, user interface, interactive design, have the ability to storyboard or translate ideas to all disciplines, internal or external. We have demonstrated a strong working knowledge of experience design, brand development, interactive commerce, communications and creative process. Learn more & see what we can do for you. Clients include: Fender, Vans, Nike Sportswear, Nike Basketball, Nike Retail, Mitchell & Ness, Fox Racing, Qalo, Athleta, Oakley, Stance, Billabong, Incase, Disney, Salt Optics, New Era, DC Shoes, Roxy, Mophie, Electric, Olloclip, Music Clients include: Nature Sounds, Chuck Strangers, J Dilla, Your Old Droog, MF Doom, Masta Killa of Wu Tang
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Skullcandy Inc.
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United States
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Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Global Art Director of Creative & Marketing
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Aug 2011 - Aug 2013
Oversee all global marketing & creative initiatives across the board for the brand. Execute a strategic plan and direction of an entire rebranding implementation. Demonstrated sharp focus on brand guidelines & development of entire new category (gaming). Accountable for the development and evolution of the current brand: brand manual, brand guidelines, logo style kits globally, entire catalog production globally, and development of packaging graphics for the entire 2013 headphone line. Direct the creative team(s) in the design and development of print/digital concepts, retail prototypes, and production ready consumer experiences. Also owned, established, and managed creative development budgets for the creative team. Created an atmosphere that fosters innovative thinking, collaboration, teamwork, and responsiveness. Lead forward-thinking concepting exercises to establish new benchmarks in brand experience. Manage creative development of advertising for NBA, NFL, MLB, supermodels, music, skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing, motocross, bmx, ski, highschool basketball, collab specialty, & gaming.
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DC Shoes
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United States
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Apparel & Fashion
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400 - 500 Employee
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Art Director
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Aug 2008 - Jul 2011
Oversee 9 categories. Categories include surf, moto, bmx, rally, snow, street wear, women’s, product, and publication. Implement functional strategies as they relate to the graphics and advertising of DC Shoes inc. In conjunction with designers, product line directors/managers and the creative director of marketing, set the graphic design tone for each category in action sports. Thereafter present the graphic concepts and recommendations regarding the graphic look each season to the respective parties. Responsible for concept creation for advertising & crafting stories that are on brand and on target. Working with the project teams as they develop their product and deliver creative solutions that strengthen DC’s market distinction and leadership position in our market place.
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freelance designer
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2007 - 2009
did graphics under the creative direction of Ian Ginoza, for the Kicks Hawaii in house private label. graphics for 2007 & 2008 apparel line did graphics under the creative direction of Ian Ginoza, for the Kicks Hawaii in house private label. graphics for 2007 & 2008 apparel line
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Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Graphic Designer
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Jun 2007 - Jul 2008
utilize my product design skills and knowledge of materials, process and technologies to create innovative designs. Help lead design efforts and utilize new technologies that bring innovation to Hollister Brand. Also effectively communicate and present design concepts to various internal and external audiences; work with the team to create and deliver powerful presentations; and partner with management and category team members in our Design, Development and Marketing groups to ensure design feasibility and meet price points and product creation timelines. Also involves working closely with internal and external resources to implement designs and maintaining strong knowledge of current trends, color, technology and sports-related products through travel and research. In addition, demonstrate an understanding of products, product lines, product development process, commercialization process and the specific markets in which Abercrombie and Fitch does business.
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Saint Alfred
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United States
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Apparel & Fashion
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1 - 100 Employee
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freelance designer
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2007 - 2008
did graphics under the creative direction of Ian Ginoza, for the Saint Alfred in house private label. graphics for 2007 apparel line did graphics under the creative direction of Ian Ginoza, for the Saint Alfred in house private label. graphics for 2007 apparel line
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Hurley
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United States
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Apparel & Fashion
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400 - 500 Employee
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Creative
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Jun 2006 - Jul 2007
responsible for the design process and execution of seasonal research, concepts, merchandised categories, and finished graphic design on point, on time, and that supports brand objectives for Hurley. Demonstrated, and maintained a strong knowledge of target market demands, customers, and brand objectives and design esthetic. Responsibilities include developing strong graphic solutions and creative ideas and concepts in partnership with art and marketing teams to meet marketing strategies. Designing and producing requests and projects is an everyday reality.Specialized in Brand development, Advertising, logos, Typography, photoshoot, packaging, motion graphics, apparel graphics.
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creative designer
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2006 - 2007
Execution of seasonal research, concepts, merchandisedcategories. Responsibilities include develop in strong graphicsolutions and creative ideas & concepts in partnership with art and marketing teams to meet marketing strategies. Specialized in brand development, advertising, logos, typography, photo shoots,packaging, motion graphics, apparel graphics.
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Nike
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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junior designer
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May 2005 - Aug 2005
work under the direction of Michael Leon & Jarrett Reynolds to create original, graphic and/or textile designs that appropriately reflect Nike's design philosophy. Work with Design leadership and category team members in Design, to ensure feasibility of designs and meet price points, merchandising needs and product creation timelines. Communicate and present design concepts and produce presentation materials in conjunction with the Design and Category teams that effectively communicate the concept behind the line. Built awareness of current trends, color, technology and sports related products through research and travel, as well as participated in activities that increase understanding and working knowledge of products, product lines, product development process, commercialization process and the specific markets in which Nike does business.
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National Football League (NFL)
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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700 & Above Employee
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creative team: junior designer / intern
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May 2004 - Aug 2004
joined the NFL creative team for the opportunity to contribute to the organization's success while receiving an unmatched, behind-the-scenes learning experience. Though internship work within creative department: got to explore & understand all aspects of the creative development of professional football through speaker presentations, mentoring relationships and networking opportunities. Work with Marketing team to confirm they have all elements needed for the particular projects assigned to me. Compile and analyze trends and technology for motion graphic application. Learn about production ready files for any print & digital projects coming through the department.
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Education
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2002 - 2006
Parsons School of Design
BFA, Communication Design -
2002 - 2006
New School University
BFA, Communication Design -
1999 - 2002
Academy of Art University
BFA, Fine Art double major: paint and printmaking
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