Don Shafer Graphic Designer

Introduction: I am a graphic designer, creative designer, package designer, photographer, art director, illustrator, artistic painter and web designer. As a marketing and corporate graphic designer with Fortune 500 experience, I am responsible for the creative designs of all levels, production and development, along with the final execution of a variety of marketing and corporate materials, including prints, annual reports, catalogs, brochures, POPs, and display and packaging designs that capture our customers' attention and deliver results. My design and creative conceptualization is highly valued, from the concept and development to final execution, presenting ideas and status through the project process, while demonstrating solid design principles and strong typographical knowledge in a fast-paced environment. Photography is also a function that often drives the creative edge of a solid graphic design. I am also very well versed in the art of creative photography, shooting much of the product and environmental images used in our design production. I work comfortably with all levels of management, buyers and vendors, as well as with our purchasing department to maintain a solid track to completion. The ability to conceptualize, design and produce complex products, packaging, and prints are my strengths, along with a strong background in print, style guidelines, design standards and new concepts with a deadline focused in adherence to somewhat describes who I am and what I do.