I am a fine artist, graphic designer and illustrator who loves the creative process. I have a background in creative direction which allows me not only to give design direction, but I take direction and collaborate well with my clients. I’m a very organized individual accustomed to tight deadlines, a loyal and dedicated team player with a passion for creativity. My style is versatile.

Carol C. Young

I am a fine artist, graphic designer and illustrator who loves the creative process. I have a background in creative direction which allows me not only to give design direction, but I take direction and collaborate well with my clients. I’m a very organized individual accustomed to tight deadlines, a loyal and dedicated team player with a passion for creativity. My style is versatile.

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I am a fine artist, graphic designer and illustrator who loves the creative process. I have a background in creative direction which allows me not only to give design direction, but I take direction and collaborate well with my clients.

I’m a very organized individual accustomed to tight deadlines, a loyal and dedicated team player with a passion for creativity. My style is versatile.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at The Creative Barn, LLC
May 1, 2013 - Present
Specializing in fine art, commissions, graphic design and illustration. Personal Art includes selling prints and greeting cards; clients range from individuals to businesses; currently working on children’s book illustration.
Senior Creative Director at Integrated Marketing Services, Norwalk, CT
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2013
Oversee Unilever business as creative lead with one other senior member. Manage team of art directors and freelancers; lead creative process improvements; produce promotional materials (POS/POP, brochures, and related sales materials); guide photo shoots; accounts include Unilever and SC Johnson.
Senior Creative Director at Integrated Marketing Services
January 1, 2007 - May 1, 2013
Oversee Unilever business as creative lead with one other senior member. Responsible for creative process improvement. One of 3 team leaders to run office facility in Norwalk CT. Manage team of art directors & freelancers, create/design/illustrate promotional materials (POS, POP, brochures and other related sales materials), brainstorming, client presentations, photo shoot direction. Accounts include Unilever (full portfolio of food brands and health & beauty brands), SC Johnson (full line of cleaning products, containers and air fresheners), plus misc accounts and internal initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, NY
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Marker Illustration Workshop at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Painting Workshops at Kim English, Charles Sovek
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Minor in Communication) at College of New Rochelle
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Marker Illustration Workshop at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Painting Workshop at Kim English
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Bachelor of Fine Arts with Minor in Communication at College of New Rochelle
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Marker Illustration Workshop at School of Visual Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Painting Workshops at Kim English
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Painting Workshops at Charles Sovek
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

Qualifications

Independent Artist - Minted.com
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Licensed Fine Artist - World Art Group
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Licensed Fine Artist - Wendover Art Group
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government, Consumer Goods, Retail, Other
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