Hello, I’m Carey Edward Jolliffe, a Denver-based graphic designer and illustrator with 30+ years of experience specializing in branding, packaging, advertising, corporate collateral, apparel, and illustration. My international career has taken me from New York, San Francisco, and Boston to Ireland and the UK, Hawai‘i, and back to Denver, where I combine cross-disciplinary insights to craft work that speaks, solves problems, and sells. I’ve collaborated with a wide range of clients—from startups to major brands—and I thrive on turning ideas into design that performs.

Carey Edward Jolliffe

Hello, I’m Carey Edward Jolliffe, a Denver-based graphic designer and illustrator with 30+ years of experience specializing in branding, packaging, advertising, corporate collateral, apparel, and illustration. My international career has taken me from New York, San Francisco, and Boston to Ireland and the UK, Hawai‘i, and back to Denver, where I combine cross-disciplinary insights to craft work that speaks, solves problems, and sells. I’ve collaborated with a wide range of clients—from startups to major brands—and I thrive on turning ideas into design that performs.

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Hello, I’m Carey Edward Jolliffe, a Denver-based graphic designer and illustrator with 30+ years of experience specializing in branding, packaging, advertising, corporate collateral, apparel, and illustration.

My international career has taken me from New York, San Francisco, and Boston to Ireland and the UK, Hawai‘i, and back to Denver, where I combine cross-disciplinary insights to craft work that speaks, solves problems, and sells. I’ve collaborated with a wide range of clients—from startups to major brands—and I thrive on turning ideas into design that performs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Designer & Illustrator at Carey Jolliffe (Self-employed)
June 1, 2010 - Present
Independent designer and illustrator providing branding, packaging, and marketing collateral with a focus on fast turnarounds and high-quality visuals for diverse clients.
Senior Designer at SAE DESIGN
March 1, 2007 - June 1, 2010
Senior Designer delivering design solutions for branding campaigns, logo development, and collateral across multiple channels while coordinating with clients and internal teams.
Brand Manager/Designer at MAUI THING
March 1, 2007 - June 1, 2010
Brand management and design for Maui Thing including packaging, apparel graphics, and marketing collateral.
Senior Designer at DESIGN TACTICS
January 1, 2004 - March 1, 2006
Senior designer contributing to branding, advertising materials, and client campaigns for a range of industries.
Senior Designer at SWAN DESIGN
January 1, 2003 - December 1, 2004
Senior designer focused on branding and advertising materials for a variety of clients in Dublin.
Designer at AFTER MIDNIGHT
September 1, 1997 - December 1, 2002
Designer providing creative services for Boston/San Francisco accounts, including print and digital materials.
Senior Designer at ADWORKS
December 1, 1994 - December 1, 1995
Senior Designer delivering design solutions for clients across various industries.
Graphic Designer at CHASE DESIGN
June 1, 1994 - September 1, 1994
Graphic design for local clients, including branding and print collateral.
Graphic Designer at QUARTIER PRINTING
June 1, 1992 - June 1, 1994
Graphic design for print materials and branding collateral.
Advertising Designer at SYRACUSE NEW TIMES
June 1, 1990 - September 1, 1990
Advertising design for Syracuse newspaper and related materials.
Independent Designer at CAREY JOLLIFFE GRAPHIC ARTS
June 1, 2010 - Present
Independent designer delivering branding, packaging, apparel, and illustration projects with a client-focused, cross-disciplinary approach.
Designer & Strategic Manager at MAUI THING APPAREL
March 1, 2007 - June 1, 2010
Designer and strategic manager overseeing apparel design, branding, and market positioning.
Graphic Designer at AFTER MIDNIGHT
September 1, 1997 - December 1, 2002
Graphic designer handling layout, branding, and advertising materials for multiple markets.
Graphic Designer at ADWORKS
December 1, 1994 - December 1, 1995
Graphic designer producing logos, packaging, and marketing collateral.
Designer & Illustrator at FREELANCE
December 1, 1993 - Present
Independent branding, illustration, and design work for a range of clients.
Paste-up Artist at SYRACUSE NEW TIMES
June 1, 1990 - September 1, 1990
Paste-up artist assisting with layout and pre-press tasks for newspaper production.
Apparel Designer & Strategic Manager at Maui Thing Apparel
March 1, 2007 - June 30, 2010
Directed apparel design and strategic planning for product lines, branding and market positioning, integrating creative direction with business objectives.
Freelance Designer & Illustrator at Freelance
December 1, 1993 - Present
Freelance design and illustration work spanning branding, packaging, and editorial projects for a diverse client base.

Education

New York State High School Diploma at Fayetteville-Manlius High School
September 1, 1986 - June 1, 1987
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at Pratt Institute
September 1, 1987 - May 1, 1991
Advanced Web Design at Graphic Arts Institute
September 1, 1999 - March 1, 2000
Advanced Flash Techniques at Institute of Designers in Ireland
September 1, 2004 - December 6, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at PRATT INSTITUTE
September 1, 1987 - May 1, 1991
Advanced Web Design at GRAPHIC ARTS INSTITUTE
September 1, 1999 - March 1, 2000
Advanced Flash Techniques at INSTITUTE OF DESIGNERS IN IRELAND
September 1, 2004 - December 30, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts Graphic Design at Pratt Institute
September 1, 1987 - May 1, 1991
Advanced Web Design Certification at Graphic Arts Institute
September 1, 1999 - March 1, 2000
Advanced Flash Techniques at Institute Of Designers In Ireland
September 1, 2004 - January 4, 2026

Qualifications

Advanced Web Design Certification
September 1, 1999 - March 1, 2000
Advanced Flash Techniques
September 1, 2004 - January 4, 2026
Dual American & Irish Citizenship
January 11, 2030 - January 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Other, Software & Internet
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