Ariel Salupan
Branding, Graphics Design, Art Direction, Photography
About the Candidate
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Experienced Art Director and Professional Photographer with extensive expertise in leading creative teams and producing compelling visual content for corporate, commercial, advertising, publishing, and event environments. Skilled in developing creative concepts, managing design and production teams, and delivering high-quality visual solutions aligned with organizational objectives, brand identity, and marketing goals.
Strong knowledge of various advertising media, graphic design, photography, digital production, prepress, and print production. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work under demanding production schedules, and translate creative concepts into effective visual communications.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position that provides opportunities for professional growth while allowing me to effectively apply and further develop the knowledge, skills, and experience I have gained throughout my career. I aim to contribute as a creative professional, valuable team player, and dependable leader while bringing out the best in both myself and those around me.
To pursue a progressive career opportunity where I can utilize and expand my extensive experience in art direction, graphic design, photography, branding, advertising, and creative production while contributing to the organization's success through innovative and productive solutions.
Art Director/Senior Graphic Designer
* Led a team of designers in creating innovative visual campaigns for various clients, ensuring all projects met brand guidelines and were delivered on time.
* Developed a comprehensive rebranding strategy for a major client, which resulted in a 30% increase in customer engagement and a 20% boost in sales within six months.
* Implemented a new design workflow that reduced project turnaround time by 25%, helping the team handle a higher volume of work without compromising quality.
* Collaborated with marketing and product teams to create promotional materials that increased social media engagement by 50%, effectively reaching a broader audience.
* Conducted design workshops for junior designers, improving team skills and fostering a collaborative environment that led to more creative ideas and solutions.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
* Extensive experience in publication design, layout, advertising, branding, and visual communications.
* Designed newspapers, magazines, posters, brochures, indoor and outdoor advertisements, websites, and various print and digital marketing materials.
* Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Premiere Pro, as well as PageMaker, QuarkXPress, and CorelDRAW.
* Technically proficient in both PC and Mac platforms.
* Knowledgeable in desktop publishing, prepress technology, and print production processes.
* Experienced in computer hardware assembly, software installation, troubleshooting, and system operation.
* Strong management experience in leading artists, graphic designers, and creative teams.
* Extensive professional photography experience specializing in wedding, corporate, commercial, and event photography.
Skills
Branding, Graphics Design, Art Direction, Photography
Level of Education
Bachelor's Degree
Marital Status
Married
Religion
Roman Catholic
Date of Birth
February 8, 1976
Languages Spoken
English
Work Experience
EXECUTIVE PROFILE
Experienced Art Director and Professional Photographer with extensive expertise in leading creative teams and producing compelling visual content for corporate, commercial, advertising, publishing, and event environments. Skilled in developing creative concepts, managing design and production teams, and delivering high-quality visual solutions aligned with organizational objectives, brand identity, and marketing goals.
Strong knowledge of various advertising media, graphic design, photography, digital production, prepress, and print production. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, work under demanding production schedules, and translate creative concepts into effective visual communications.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position that provides opportunities for professional growth while allowing me to effectively apply and further develop the knowledge, skills, and experience I have gained throughout my career. I aim to contribute as a creative professional, valuable team player, and dependable leader while bringing out the best in both myself and those around me.
To pursue a progressive career opportunity where I can utilize and expand my extensive experience in art direction, graphic design, photography, branding, advertising, and creative production while contributing to the organization's success through innovative and productive solutions.
