Hi, I'm Brad Manning. I’m a Creative Director and Graphic Designer with more than 20 years of hands-on experience leading design for digital marketing agencies, brand development, and high-end print and digital collateral. I thrive on turning ideas into cohesive visuals, guiding teams from concept to completion, and partnering with clients to deliver on-brand solutions—from websites and banner ads to brochures and direct mail campaigns.

Brad Manning

Hi, I'm Brad Manning. I’m a Creative Director and Graphic Designer with more than 20 years of hands-on experience leading design for digital marketing agencies, brand development, and high-end print and digital collateral. I thrive on turning ideas into cohesive visuals, guiding teams from concept to completion, and partnering with clients to deliver on-brand solutions—from websites and banner ads to brochures and direct mail campaigns.

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Hi, I’m Brad Manning. I’m a Creative Director and Graphic Designer with more than 20 years of hands-on experience leading design for digital marketing agencies, brand development, and high-end print and digital collateral.
I thrive on turning ideas into cohesive visuals, guiding teams from concept to completion, and partnering with clients to deliver on-brand solutions—from websites and banner ads to brochures and direct mail campaigns.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Creative and Design at A2B Digital Marketing
January 1, 2022 - November 3, 2025
Head of Creative and Design for a Digital Marketing Agency. Responsible for all creative jobs from inception to completion, focusing on websites, banner ads, eblasts, landing pages, microsites, infographics, print materials, logo design, and brand standards.
Art Director / Graphic Designer at Illumine8
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Art Director and main Designer for a Digital Marketing and RevOps firm focused on Building Industries. Redesigned the company’s main website. Led digital campaigns, infographics, banner ads, ebooks, and websites. Also handled logo designs, brand guidelines, and direct mail campaigns.
Senior Graphic Designer at Weichert Realtors
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Senior Graphic Designer for a country-wide real estate firm. Responsible for all collateral and company-wide messaging for realtors across the United States. Produced high-end digital and print material, mood boards, concepts, and brand guidelines. Managed a team and collaborated with Account Executives and clients.
Senior Graphic Design Supervisor at FORT Group, Inc.
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Head of design operations, leading a team of 3-5 senior and graphic designers. Delivered digital and print design, managed master schedules, and oversaw quality control. Coordinated with Account Executives, clients, and vendors; estimated hours and led Level 10, SCRUM, and Creative meetings.

Education

Bachelor Fine Arts at University of Hartford
August 22, 1994 - June 13, 1997
Major in Illustration and Design
BFA Illustration/Graphic Arts at University of Hartford
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025
Graphic Design Certification at SVA of Glen Rock, NJ
January 11, 2030 - November 3, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate from School of Visual Arts of Glen Rock
July 10, 2000 - November 17, 2000
Graphic Design courses
Production Excellence
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Creative Excellence
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Creative Excellence
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2016

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Energy & Utilities, Travel & Hospitality, Other, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services