Mason Vance
Designer & Art Director
masonvancedesign.com
masonvancedesign@gmail.com



About

Mason Vance is a Graphic Designer and Art Director with many years experience working at the large traditional company/agency level, as well as experience working with smaller, agile, boutique agencies. He has a confident understanding and passion for visual communication and is an expert in applying that understanding to the needs and challenges of any client. Past clients include: Coca-Cola, Blizzard Entertainment, Mizuno, Fidelity, Delta and Carter’s



Skills

Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, After Effects, Figma, Visual Design, Human Centered Design, Way-finding, Wire-Framing, Design Systems, Brand Design, Motion Graphics, Packaging Design, Print Graphics, Social Media Design, Email Design



Experience


Carter’s | Digital Graphic Designer | March 2023-September 2023

Developed diverse web assets, optimized brand identity and user experience for impactful campaigns.

Produced bespoke graphics and assets that drove 100,000+ clicks across email, web and social media platforms.


Group East Data & Digital Media | Graphic Designer | May 2022-October 2022

Managed assets during a rebrand transition to ensure consistency and quality.

Collaborated with copywriters to concept and execute strategic social content that drove reach, resulting in increased engagement.

Led art direction for new business pitch development.


BMKD | Art Director/Designer | March 2021-March 2022

Coordinated existing brand assets for use seamlessly in print collateral or in digital assets.

Created original content while maintaining brand identity and framework.

Produced a brand identity program that serves as a flexible platform for brand growth.

Managed all day-to-day design needs for multiple clients, including materials for internal and external use.


Mizuno USA | Freelance Designer | October 2020-April 2021

Built marketing material and online production files for usage in print collateral and digital assets.

Applied existing design language to new deliverables for compatibility across multiple platforms.


Havas Sports & Entertainment | Junior Designer | October 2019-October 2020

Assisted in creating and delivering live experiences to engage brands and their target audiences.

Created assets to support live experiences, including environmental graphics, print graphics, motion graphics/ animation, way-finding systems, digital assets, social content etc.




Internships

Havas Sports & Entertainment | Creative Intern | June 2019-October 2019

Developed a variety of visual content for use in internal and external pitch documents and decks.




Education

Savannah College of Art and Design | August 2015-June 2019


Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design