I have been a professional graphic designer since 1998, starting at a graphic design agency, then moving to an in-house design department for four years before launching a freelance career in 2008. My wife Michelle is also a graphic designer, and together we have run The Gray Umbrella, LLC since 2010. I love guiding projects from concept to print, and I thrive on collaborating with clients and teams to deliver thoughtful branding and communications. My diverse client base includes individuals, small businesses, healthcare groups, non-profits, schools and universities, music and entertainment, fashion, and PR/advertising agencies. I live just outside Nashville in Fairview, Tennessee.

Aaron Grayum

I have been a professional graphic designer since 1998, starting at a graphic design agency, then moving to an in-house design department for four years before launching a freelance career in 2008. My wife Michelle is also a graphic designer, and together we have run The Gray Umbrella, LLC since 2010. I love guiding projects from concept to print, and I thrive on collaborating with clients and teams to deliver thoughtful branding and communications. My diverse client base includes individuals, small businesses, healthcare groups, non-profits, schools and universities, music and entertainment, fashion, and PR/advertising agencies. I live just outside Nashville in Fairview, Tennessee.

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I have been a professional graphic designer since 1998, starting at a graphic design agency, then moving to an in-house design department for four years before launching a freelance career in 2008. My wife Michelle is also a graphic designer, and together we have run The Gray Umbrella, LLC since 2010.

I love guiding projects from concept to print, and I thrive on collaborating with clients and teams to deliver thoughtful branding and communications. My diverse client base includes individuals, small businesses, healthcare groups, non-profits, schools and universities, music and entertainment, fashion, and PR/advertising agencies. I live just outside Nashville in Fairview, Tennessee.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Co-Owner / Graphic Designer at The Gray Umbrella, LLC (Freelance Art & Graphic Design)
January 1, 2010 - Present
Co-Owner and Graphic Designer responsible for concept development, branding, logo design, layouts, and production-ready deliverables for print and digital media. Manages client relationships, project timelines, and printer coordination.
Art Director / In-House Graphic Designer at HOPE PARK
August 1, 2004 - September 1, 2008
Directed in-house graphic design operations, created marketing materials and branding, and collaborated across departments to maintain design standards and cohesive communications.
Senior Graphic Designer at CREATIVE ACCESS, INC.
September 1, 1998 - August 1, 2004
Led design projects for a wide range of clients, creating logos, collateral, and packaging; mentored junior designers and contributed to creative strategy.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Middle Tennessee State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1999
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at Middle Tennessee State University
August 1, 1995 - May 1, 1999

Qualifications

Whimsical Artist of the Year, ADC Cincinnati
January 1, 2023 - January 9, 2026
Artist of the Year, Nashville Lifestyles
January 1, 2020 - January 9, 2026
Periscope Pitch Perfect Award, Nashville Arts & Business Council
January 1, 2018 - January 9, 2026
Visionary Award, JDRF Middle Tennessee
January 1, 2015 - January 9, 2026
Gold & Silver Addy Awards (10 total), AAF
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2005
Work Featured in Print Magazine
January 1, 2004 - January 9, 2026
Morris Brandon Award, MTSU
January 1, 1999 - January 9, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Retail