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Hello! I'm Andrew Merkel, a passionate graphic designer with over six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles. I thrive in collaborative environments, always looking to innovate and find reliable design solutions. Whether it's crafting compelling visuals or developing engaging e-learning content, I strive to make every project a success. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new design trends, learning new skills, and collaborating with others in creative projects. I believe that design is more than just aesthetics; it's about communicating ideas effectively and making a positive impact.…Hello! I'm Andrew Merkel, a passionate graphic designer with over six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles. I thrive in collaborative environments, always looking to innovate and find reliable design solutions. Whether it's crafting compelling visuals or developing engaging e-learning content, I strive to make every project a success. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new design trends, learning new skills, and collaborating with others in creative projects. I believe that design is more than just aesthetics; it's about communicating ideas effectively and making a positive impact.

Andrew Merkel

Graphic Designer, Production Designer, Motion Graphic Designer, +6

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Hello! I'm Andrew Merkel, a passionate graphic designer with over six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles. I thrive in collaborative environments, always looking to innovate and find reliable design solutions. Whether it's crafting compelling visuals or developing engaging e-learning content, I strive to make every project a success. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new design trends, learning new skills, and collaborating with others in creative projects. I believe that design is more than just aesthetics; it's about communicating ideas effectively and making a positive impact.…Hello! I'm Andrew Merkel, a passionate graphic designer with over six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles. I thrive in collaborative environments, always looking to innovate and find reliable design solutions. Whether it's crafting compelling visuals or developing engaging e-learning content, I strive to make every project a success. In my free time, I enjoy exploring new design trends, learning new skills, and collaborating with others in creative projects. I believe that design is more than just aesthetics; it's about communicating ideas effectively and making a positive impact.

Available to hire

Hello! I’m Andrew Merkel, a passionate graphic designer with over six years of experience in both agency and in-house roles. I thrive in collaborative environments, always looking to innovate and find reliable design solutions. Whether it’s crafting compelling visuals or developing engaging e-learning content, I strive to make every project a success.

In my free time, I enjoy exploring new design trends, learning new skills, and collaborating with others in creative projects. I believe that design is more than just aesthetics; it’s about communicating ideas effectively and making a positive impact.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

DaVinci Resolve Studio

Beginner

Language

English

Advanced

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Justin McClure Creative

August 1, 2024 - August 1, 2024

Worked as part of a team to design digital and print assets including billboards and digital display ads for various clients. Planned and animated motion graphics including storyboarding, styleframes, and final deliverables. Performed various roles in commercial video production, pre-production, and editing, including grip-work and sound engineering.

Production Designer at Promo Depot

August 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022

Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to generate new products to drive engagement for clients. Created digital and print assets for various clients including local businesses and international brands. Designed and shared presentations of new concepts to clients.

Freelance Graphic Designer at JByron Marketing

September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020

Communicated with brand managers to create graphics for clients. Implemented existing brand standards across print and digital media for multiple companies to meet their needs. Used time management and organizational skills to plan and complete tasks within deadlines while working remotely.

In-House Graphic Designer at Pathway Church

June 1, 2020 - June 1, 2020

Designed visual identity for weekend service campaigns, applied to print, digital, and environmental deliverables. Managed volunteers to deliver visually consistent graphics for social media and weekend services as a team. Created shareable GIFs and filters to promote events via social media.

Production Designer at THREAD

May 1, 2019 - May 1, 2019

Designed and produced custom T-shirts for customers. Corresponded with customers about designs in shop, over the phone, and via email. Created mockups and placed bulk screen print orders.

E-Learning Specialist at Computer Training Systems

December 1, 2024 - Present

Design in-depth storyboards that provide critical safety information to aviation professionals. Animate safety compliance training courses for the web. Create accompanying lesson graphics using HTML and CSS.

Graphic Designer at Justin McClure Creative

November 1, 2022 - August 31, 2024

Collaborated on digital and print assets for various clients, including billboards and digital display ads. Designed and animated motion graphics, including storyboarding, styleframes, and final deliverables. Participated in commercial video production roles, pre-production, and editing, including grip work and sound engineering.

Production Designer at Promo Depot

September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2022

Collaborated with sales and marketing teams to generate new products and drive engagement for clients. Created digital and print assets for diverse clients, including local businesses and international brands. Designed and presented new concepts to clients.

Freelance Graphic Designer at JBYRON Marketing

August 1, 2019 - September 30, 2020

Communicated with brand managers to create graphics for clients. Implemented existing brand standards across print and digital media for multiple companies. Managed tasks and deadlines while working remotely.

In-House Graphic Designer at Pathway Church

July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020

Designed visual identity for weekend service campaigns across print, digital, and environmental deliverables. Managed volunteers to deliver visually consistent graphics for social media and weekend services. Created shareable gifs and filters to promote events via social media.