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I’m Alec Timerman, a creative and strategic Art Director with 15+ years of delivering high-impact visual solutions for global brands, agencies, and federal clients. My expertise spans branding, motion graphics, presentation design, digital content strategy, and experiential design. I’m proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, Figma, and CMS platforms, with a strong focus on accessibility, storytelling, and brand cohesion. I excel at engaging with clients at all levels, inspiring team members, and leading projects from inception to delivery.
I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and enjoy shaping visual identities that resonate across print, web, and motion. I bring a client-centered mindset, scalable processes, and a passion for crafting cohesive, brand-forward experiences that drive engagement and measurable results.
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Language
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Work Experience
Graphic Design Contractor at Mobomo
December 3, 2022 - PresentGraphic design contractor for the Department of State with public trust security clearance; created GIFs and motion graphics for social media, updated State Department websites (Drupal and WordPress), and designed marketing collateral within and creating new brand standards.
Art Director at The Hill
May 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025Expanded design integrity through conceptually driven event graphics utilizing photography, illustrations, and infographics. Maintained brand standards through marketing materials, and created engaging and dynamic videos and motion graphics that communicate the brand story.
Senior Graphic Designer/Videography Manager at Gensler
January 1, 2020 - September 18, 2025Oversaw and advanced graphic integrity and brand standards of the marketing team; designed C-suite leadership presentations; conceived and executed environmental graphics and client facing videos; coordinated project photography; designed compelling illustrations, animations and infographics; designed special event assets including: environmental graphics, backdrop animations, and digital and print collateral.
Art Director at Nelson
October 1, 2014 - September 18, 2025Received bonus and accolades for 35th Anniversary rebrand including: website, logo, letterhead, business cards, brochures, proposals, special presentations, infographics, and resumes; oversaw and coordinated project photography; designed marketing presentations, animations and interactive design; led the strategic development of wireframes and design direction for website relaunch; produced impactful and compelling graphic design solutions that increased client loyalty.
Art Director at AARP Member Benefits
February 1, 2022 - September 18, 2025Developed direct mail and display banner ads within corporate branding standards.
Art Director at IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development)
March 1, 2018 - PresentCreated exciting event design across assets including digital and print including environmental graphics, email invitations, digital backdrops, web banners, table cards and name tags.
Art Director at ALS Foundation/DC Chapter
July 1, 2017 - September 18, 2025Created compelling gala event EVG graphics, increasing overall excitement and contributions.
Art Director at Google
June 1, 2013 - September 18, 2025Created custom branded distraction branding for flagship corporate offices.
Art Director at Lambda Legal
February 1, 2011 - September 18, 2025Increased teen community involvement through targeted print brochures.
Art Director at NY International Ballet Competition Gala
June 1, 2010 - September 18, 2025Increased gala revenue by designing elite level souvenir program.
Art Director at HK: ArtiST Arts Festival
June 1, 2011 - September 18, 2025Conceived brand and event design including print, digital and web banner announcements, event site map, posters and postcards.
Art Director at Warner Music
September 1, 2009 - September 18, 2025Created modern and exciting typography for a limited edition poster series.
Graphic Design Contractor at Mobomo / U.S. Department of State
December 1, 2022 - November 10, 2025Designed digital and social media content that increased engagement by 15% YoY. Created motion graphics and GIFs for global communications initiatives, boosting visibility across platforms. Updated and maintained federal websites (Drupal, WordPress). Developed brand-compliant marketing materials and streamlined internal approval workflows.
Art Director at The Hill
May 1, 2022 - May 1, 2022Led redesign of event branding. Produced multimedia assets and motion graphics that raised email click-through rates by 12%. Established and enforced brand guidelines across campaigns, ensuring consistent visual identity.
Senior Graphic Designer / Videography Manager at Gensler
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020Designed and delivered 100+ C-suite presentations for key pitches and leadership events. Produced client-facing videos. Created award-winning event branding and experiential design across sectors. Coordinated photography and digital asset creation, improving turnaround time.
Art Director at Nelson
October 1, 2014 - October 1, 2014Directed 35th anniversary brand refresh, earning bonus and company-wide recognition. Oversaw website relaunch that improved traffic. Designed content that increased client retention and improved RFP win rates.
Art Director at AARP Member Benefits
February 1, 2022 - February 1, 2022Produced digital and print assets that boosted campaign response rates. Developed targeted visuals for member engagement campaigns.
Art Director at IFAD (UN Agency)
March 1, 2018 - November 10, 2025Designed cohesive event and digital branding for international development programs. Produced deliverables for global stakeholder meetings under tight deadlines. Created a video for a new app centralizing all global data points.
Art Director at ALS Foundation (DC Chapter)
July 1, 2017 - July 1, 2017Designed gala branding and visuals that increased donations by 15% year-over-year.
Art Director at Google
June 1, 2013 - November 10, 2025Designed branded environmental graphics for flagship office installations.
Art Director at Lambda Legal
February 1, 2011 - February 1, 2011Created outreach collateral increasing engagement among LGBTQ+ youth.
Graphic Designer and Executive Producer at Mobomo / U.S. Department of State
December 1, 2022 - PresentLed design and motion graphics for global communications; increased engagement by 15% YoY through digital and social media content; created motion graphics and GIFs; updated federal websites (Drupal, WordPress); developed brand-compliant marketing materials and streamlined internal approval workflows; directed project management and design teams to achieve strategic goals.
Art Director at The Hill
February 1, 2020 - May 1, 2022Led redesign of event branding; produced multimedia assets and motion graphics that raised email click-through rates by 12%; established and enforced brand guidelines across campaigns; created and edited videos for issue-based events; produced key art for 360 event promotion and cross-platform social media.
Senior Graphic Designer / Videography Manager at Gensler
October 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020Designed and delivered 100+ C-suite presentations for pitches and leadership events; produced client videos; created award-winning event branding and experiential design; coordinated photography and digital asset creation, improving turnaround time.
Art Director at Nelson
October 1, 2011 - October 1, 2014Directed 35th anniversary brand refresh, earning company-wide recognition; oversaw website relaunch; designed content that increased client retention and improved proposal win rates.
Art Director at AARP Member Benefits
December 1, 2021 - February 1, 2022Produced digital and print assets that boosted campaign response rates; developed targeted visuals for member engagement campaigns.
Art Director at Lambda Legal
February 1, 2010 - February 1, 2011Created outreach collateral increasing engagement among LGBTQ+ youth.
Education
AAS at Parsons School for Design
September 3, 2007 - May 8, 2009Continuing Education at University of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025Continuing Education at Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Art
January 11, 2030 - September 18, 2025AAS at Parsons The New School for Design
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025BA at Tyler School of Fine Art
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025Continuing Education at University of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025Continuing Education at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025AAS at Parsons The New School for Design
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025BA at Tyler School of Fine Art
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025Continuing Education at University of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025Continuing Education at Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025Qualifications
Certified Scrum Master
May 21, 2024 - May 21, 2027Certified Scrum Master
December 3, 2022 - September 18, 2025SCRUM Certified
January 11, 2030 - November 10, 2025SCRUM Certified
January 11, 2030 - December 28, 2025Industry Experience
Financial Services, Government, Professional Services, Other, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Education, Non-Profit Organization
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