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I am an Art Director with a strong visual style and deep command of typography, layout, color, and visual hierarchy. I lead creative teams, deliver clear art direction, and maintain cohesive brand systems across print, digital, and emerging platforms. I am detail-oriented and hands-on, adept at executing high-volume, production-ready work in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds, consistently delivering on time and on budget.…I am an Art Director with a strong visual style and deep command of typography, layout, color, and visual hierarchy. I lead creative teams, deliver clear art direction, and maintain cohesive brand systems across print, digital, and emerging platforms. I am detail-oriented and hands-on, adept at executing high-volume, production-ready work in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds, consistently delivering on time and on budget.

Michael S. Button

Art Director, Graphic Designer, Photographer, +4

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I am an Art Director with a strong visual style and deep command of typography, layout, color, and visual hierarchy. I lead creative teams, deliver clear art direction, and maintain cohesive brand systems across print, digital, and emerging platforms. I am detail-oriented and hands-on, adept at executing high-volume, production-ready work in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds, consistently delivering on time and on budget.…I am an Art Director with a strong visual style and deep command of typography, layout, color, and visual hierarchy. I lead creative teams, deliver clear art direction, and maintain cohesive brand systems across print, digital, and emerging platforms. I am detail-oriented and hands-on, adept at executing high-volume, production-ready work in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds, consistently delivering on time and on budget.

Available to hire

I am an Art Director with a strong visual style and deep command of typography, layout, color, and visual hierarchy. I lead creative teams, deliver clear art direction, and maintain cohesive brand systems across print, digital, and emerging platforms.

I am detail-oriented and hands-on, adept at executing high-volume, production-ready work in fast-paced environments with tight turnarounds, consistently delivering on time and on budget.

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Founder and Art Director at Button Design/Photography

March 1, 2024 - June 6, 2024

Spearheaded dynamic print and digital design projects, leading a creative team to deliver innovative solutions for diverse clients. Redesigned multiple client websites, enhancing user experience and increasing average session duration. Captured professional photographs that boosted brand storytelling, contributing to an increase in social media engagement for clients. Managed projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints. Specialized in dynamic print and digital designs using Adobe Creative Suite, including projects for clients such as Herff Jones and The Youth Orchestras of Fresno.

Senior Graphic Designer at Belden Cable

August 1, 2014 - March 1, 2024

Led branding, print, and digital design projects, managing a team of creatives to enhance the brand’s presence and improve customer engagement.

Graphic Designer at Allegion

October 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014

Created web apps and UI interfaces, led social media campaigns on SharePoint, driving an increase in engagement and improving brand visibility.

Graphic Designer at Indianapolis Business Journal

July 1, 2012 - August 1, 2013

Designed book and magazine layouts using Adobe InDesign, managed website designs with Web Design & Development skills, and increased social media engagement by implementing targeted content strategies, resulting in higher audience interaction.

Founder and Art Director at Button Design/Photography

March 1, 2024 - June 6, 2024

Spearheaded dynamic print and digital design projects, leading a creative team to deliver innovative solutions for diverse clients. Redesigned multiple client websites, enhancing user experience and increasing average session duration. Captured professional photographs that boosted brand storytelling, contributing to an increase in social media engagement for clients. Managed projects using Agile methodologies, ensuring on-time delivery within budget constraints. Specializing in dynamic print and digital designs using Adobe Creative Suite, including projects for clients such as Herff Jones and The Youth Orchestras of Fresno.

Senior Graphic Designer at Belden Cable

August 1, 2014 - March 1, 2024

Led branding, print, and digital design projects, managing a team of creatives to enhance the brand’s presence and improve customer engagement.

Graphic Designer at Allegion

October 1, 2013 - August 1, 2014

Created web apps and UI interfaces, led social media campaigns on SharePoint, driving an increase in engagement and improving brand visibility.

Graphic Designer at Indianapolis Business Journal

July 1, 2012 - August 1, 2013

Freelance Art Director & Designer at Button Design/Photography

March 1, 2024 - Present

Directed creative concepts and visual strategy for clients including Google, Meta, Herff Jones, and The Youth Orchestras of Fresno. Developed brand-aligned design systems across print, digital, and social platforms. Led project planning, stakeholder communication, and approval workflows to ensure alignment and timely delivery. Produced photography, visual assets, and technical illustrations supporting campaign and brand initiatives. Oversaw production standards, version control, and quality assurance across all deliverables.

Generative AI Associate at Innodata

August 1, 2025 - February 28, 2026

Reviewed AI-generated content for accuracy, clarity, and compliance with detailed guidelines. Classified and labeled data to support model consistency and structured workflows. Supported training workflows that enabled AI systems to interface with and operate robotic tools. Executed repetitive, high-volume tasks with strong attention to detail and adherence to SOPs. Created and refined prompts, documentation, and instructions to improve operational efficiency. Maintained accuracy and consistency across large datasets under tight deadlines.

Senior Graphic Designer / Art Director at Belden Cable

August 1, 2014 - March 1, 2024

Directed visual execution for global marketing, product, and sales teams, ensuring brand consistency across all channels. Led creative development for print, digital, environmental graphics, and technical documentation. Guided designers, vendors, and production partners through clear direction, feedback, and workflow structure. Ensured production-ready accuracy through expert layout, color management, and prepress preparation. Coordinated with fabrication and installation teams to translate digital concepts into precise physical output. Managed multiple concurrent projects, aligning creative direction with business goals and timelines.

Education

Bachelor of Art at Herron school of art and design, IUPUI

May 1, 1995

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Herron School of Art and Design

January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2004

BFA, Visual Communication at Herron School of Art and Design