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I'm a Creative Director and Brand Strategist with over 25 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary design across digital, print, and experiential platforms. I enjoy bridging creative vision with practical execution to deliver innovative solutions that boost engagement and brand growth. As a founder and leader, I guide cross-functional teams, champion collaborative storytelling, and stay hands-on with UI/UX, 3D modeling, and marketing to create immersive brand experiences.…I'm a Creative Director and Brand Strategist with over 25 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary design across digital, print, and experiential platforms. I enjoy bridging creative vision with practical execution to deliver innovative solutions that boost engagement and brand growth. As a founder and leader, I guide cross-functional teams, champion collaborative storytelling, and stay hands-on with UI/UX, 3D modeling, and marketing to create immersive brand experiences.

Dan Putnam

Creative Director, Art Director, Graphic Designer, +2

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I'm a Creative Director and Brand Strategist with over 25 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary design across digital, print, and experiential platforms. I enjoy bridging creative vision with practical execution to deliver innovative solutions that boost engagement and brand growth. As a founder and leader, I guide cross-functional teams, champion collaborative storytelling, and stay hands-on with UI/UX, 3D modeling, and marketing to create immersive brand experiences.…I'm a Creative Director and Brand Strategist with over 25 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary design across digital, print, and experiential platforms. I enjoy bridging creative vision with practical execution to deliver innovative solutions that boost engagement and brand growth. As a founder and leader, I guide cross-functional teams, champion collaborative storytelling, and stay hands-on with UI/UX, 3D modeling, and marketing to create immersive brand experiences.

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I’m a Creative Director and Brand Strategist with over 25 years of experience leading multi-disciplinary design across digital, print, and experiential platforms. I enjoy bridging creative vision with practical execution to deliver innovative solutions that boost engagement and brand growth.

As a founder and leader, I guide cross-functional teams, champion collaborative storytelling, and stay hands-on with UI/UX, 3D modeling, and marketing to create immersive brand experiences.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

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Expert

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Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Adobe Character Animator

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director at Grom Social Enterprises, Inc.

January 1, 2015 - Present

Led the creative vision for a startup focused on social media awareness in educational settings. Directed branding, UI/UX design for web and mobile, and marketing materials. Spearheaded a two-year app revamp and implemented Agile processes to meet project deadlines. Expanded technical skills to include Figma, Webflow, Blender, and Maya for enhanced 3D design capabilities.

Art Director at Eastern Surf Magazine

January 1, 2012 - September 23, 2025

Oversaw the art department, restructured workflows to improve efficiency, and directed layout design for print and internal web presence. Led in-house and client advertising creative and ensured cohesive visual branding.

Founder & Lead Designer at Swellguided, LLC

January 1, 2012 - Present

Established a design studio specializing in surf-inspired coastal designs. Delivered end-to-end design services including branding, visual identities, and marketing materials. Built client relationships to infuse brands with elements of the surf lifestyle and drive engagement.

Senior Artist at Clear Channel Outdoor

January 1, 2008 - September 23, 2025

Designed and developed outdoor advertising campaigns; introduced digital media concepts to the out-of-home market and led targeted campaigns to attract new clients and increase brand visibility.

Freelance Graphic Designer at Direct City Media, Inc.

January 1, 2006 - September 23, 2025

Redesigned and enhanced visual appeal of information magazines; revamped covers, table of contents, and calendars; ensured cohesive branding across design elements.