Experience – Dusty Sumner / ACD / Senior Designer

Dusty Sumner

ACD / Senior Graphic Designer / U.S.A.

Phone: +1 (913) 226 7902

Career Objective

I have a passion for creating innovative and impactful experiences no matter the medium; (experiential, digital, motion, print, you name it). I pride myself in being able to design for any industry, B2C or B2B. Bottom line: if it can be designed it, I will successfully deliver top-notch creative that is smart, on-strategy, on-time, and on-budget.

I have a proven track record of leading diverse teams in the creation of user-centered, visually stunning designs for a wide range of clients, from Fortune 100 companies to global agencies. I am proficient in all aspects of design, from graphic design and UI to visual design and motion.

I have a deep understanding of the latest design trends and technologies, and I am always looking for new ways to push the envelope. I am also an expert collaborator, and I have a successful track record of working effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget.

I am now seeking a new opportunity to use my skills and experience to help contribute to the success of a forward-thinking organization and/or brand. I am confident that I have the skills, creativity and positive vibes to help you create products and services that your users will love, while driving results.

Professional Experience

Merkle Inc (Subsidiary of Dentsu NA), 2021-2023
Associate Creative Director of Design

• Led design initiatives across internal teams.
• Chosen for Nike Pitch and Cisco Figma System.
• Hands-on Visual, Social & Motion design.
• Lead design on pitch decks & concepts.
• Presented directly to Marketing Directors.
• Help win business back in 2022.

DEG Digital, 2017-2021
Contract Associate Creative Director

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams.
• Drove creative solutions for clients.
• Brands: Pepsi Co, Provista, Best Buy & others.
• Helped develop impactful design campaigns.

Villain Design Company, 2004-2017
Founder / Managing Partner / Lead Designer

• Founded, managed & led design for Villain.
• Consistently presented to C-Class leaders.
• Led digital transformation of top brands.
• Fortunate: internationally featured work.
• Directed photoshoots and managed vendors.

CHRW Advertising, 2001-2004
Art Director / Designer

• Developed visually compelling campaigns.
• Assisted a diverse industry of clients.
• Ensured brand consistency.
• Implemented innovative design concepts.
• Met client objectives swiftly & effectively.
• 1st work pieces featured internationally.

Propeller Interactive, 2000-2001
Motion Designer / Sound Designer

• Created engaging motion graphics & sound.
• Assisted in dev of multimedia experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, 1996-2000
The University of Kansas

• Awarded KU Senior Exit Scholarship.
• Graduated as Top Designer in 2000 class.

Personal Skills

• Self-Starter
• Independent
• Results-Driven
• Easy-Going
• Organized
• Deadline-Driven
• Budget Management
• Friendly
• Confident

Awards & Accolades

• Graphis
• Print Regional Design Annual (Multiple)
• Communication Arts Magazine (Multiple)
• Luerzer’s Archive
• AAF - National Gold Addys (Multiple)
• AAF - Regional Gold Addys (Numerous)
• AAF - Local Gold Addys (OMNI Cubes)
• Creativity
• Ad Forum Online
• Best of Business Card Design

Top Brands Assisted

• 3M
• Best Buy
• Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Boulevard Beer
• Carrier
• Chili’s Grill & Bar
• Cisco
• Citgo Petroleum
• Dairy Farmers of America
• Dice
• Dupixent
• Flagstar Bank
• Hallmark
• People's Bank
• Pepsi Co.
• Jockey International, Inc.
• John Deere
• Kauffman Foundation
• Krispy Kreme
• KC Southern Railways
• March of Dimes
• Mortgage Lenders America
• Mydayis
• Nespresso
• Nike
• Noodles & Co.
• Peoples Bank
• Planet Sub
• Proven Winner’s
• Regions Bank
• Rockhurst University
• Salvation Army
• Shire Health
• Sonic Drive-In
• Sporting Kansas City
• Sprint
• Teva Neuroscience
• Tolero
• Trane
• UMKC
• University of Kansas
• Vision of Children Foundation
• Walmart
• William Jewell College
• Winnebago