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Freelance designer and illustrator. I’m a versatile creative leader, a strategic thinker and problem solver, and an effective visual communicator—able to reach a given audience clearly and effectively. I excel at branding, logo design, typography, illustration, composition and page layout, concept development, brainstorming and sketching, retail packaging, printed collateral (brochures, catalogs, direct mail, POPs and posters), photo-editing, presentations, collaborating with vendors, information graphics and copywriting. I’ve worked with clients including Pfizer, GE, IBM, Pampers, Renuzit, Pringles, Zaner-Bloser, Victory Brewing, and Fox TV, delivering design solutions from concept to print.…Freelance designer and illustrator. I’m a versatile creative leader, a strategic thinker and problem solver, and an effective visual communicator—able to reach a given audience clearly and effectively. I excel at branding, logo design, typography, illustration, composition and page layout, concept development, brainstorming and sketching, retail packaging, printed collateral (brochures, catalogs, direct mail, POPs and posters), photo-editing, presentations, collaborating with vendors, information graphics and copywriting. I’ve worked with clients including Pfizer, GE, IBM, Pampers, Renuzit, Pringles, Zaner-Bloser, Victory Brewing, and Fox TV, delivering design solutions from concept to print.

Chuck Rekow

Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Character Designer, +3

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Freelance designer and illustrator. I’m a versatile creative leader, a strategic thinker and problem solver, and an effective visual communicator—able to reach a given audience clearly and effectively. I excel at branding, logo design, typography, illustration, composition and page layout, concept development, brainstorming and sketching, retail packaging, printed collateral (brochures, catalogs, direct mail, POPs and posters), photo-editing, presentations, collaborating with vendors, information graphics and copywriting. I’ve worked with clients including Pfizer, GE, IBM, Pampers, Renuzit, Pringles, Zaner-Bloser, Victory Brewing, and Fox TV, delivering design solutions from concept to print.…Freelance designer and illustrator. I’m a versatile creative leader, a strategic thinker and problem solver, and an effective visual communicator—able to reach a given audience clearly and effectively. I excel at branding, logo design, typography, illustration, composition and page layout, concept development, brainstorming and sketching, retail packaging, printed collateral (brochures, catalogs, direct mail, POPs and posters), photo-editing, presentations, collaborating with vendors, information graphics and copywriting. I’ve worked with clients including Pfizer, GE, IBM, Pampers, Renuzit, Pringles, Zaner-Bloser, Victory Brewing, and Fox TV, delivering design solutions from concept to print.

Available to hire

Freelance designer and illustrator.
I’m a versatile creative leader, a strategic thinker and problem solver, and an effective visual communicator—able to reach a given audience clearly and effectively.

I excel at branding, logo design, typography, illustration, composition and page layout, concept development, brainstorming and sketching, retail packaging, printed collateral (brochures, catalogs, direct mail, POPs and posters), photo-editing, presentations, collaborating with vendors, information graphics and copywriting. I’ve worked with clients including Pfizer, GE, IBM, Pampers, Renuzit, Pringles, Zaner-Bloser, Victory Brewing, and Fox TV, delivering design solutions from concept to print.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Childrens Book Illustration

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Editorial Illustration

Expert

Lettering

Intermediate

Product Design

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Designer and Illustrator at Chuck Rekow Studio

August 1, 2000 - Present

Freelance designer and illustrator providing branding, logo design, typography, illustration, composition and page layout, concept development, brainstorming and sketching, retail packaging, printed collateral (brochures, catalogs, direct mail, POP displays and posters), photo-editing, presentations, vendor coordination, information graphics, and copywriting. Clients include GE, IBM, Pfizer, Pampers, Renuzit, Huffy Bicycles, Pringles, Zaner-Bloser, Victory Brewing, and Fox TV. Proficient in Adobe CC (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and MS Office. Notable projects include leading the rebranding for Zaner-Bloser’s I Read to Write Program; designing dozens of Pampers trademark characters and packaging; expanding Kona Ice’s brand with logos, typography, interior decor concepts and graphic wraps; contributing to the Heimlich Heroes program with concepts, graphics and diagrams; and creating an athletic graphics program for Saint Agatha Wildcats (AIM award 2017).

Marketing and Enrollment Director at St. Andrew School

June 1, 2020 - September 10, 2025

Marketing and enrollment director for a Catholic school. Increased enrollment for a school of 435+ students; established branding standards, digital and social media presence, print collateral, and event marketing including Open House and preschool outreach; launched a new website and directed ongoing updates; managed outreach to prospective families.

Product Designer at Warner Bros. Toys (WB Consumer Products)

May 15, 1996 - July 31, 2000

Designed and produced toys and packaging for Warner Bros. properties (Looney Tunes, Baby Looney Tunes, The Matrix, The Iron Giant). Responsibilities included brainstorming, concept sketches, final design, turnaround drawings for sculpting and model-making, and directing in-house and overseas sculptors and manufacturers. Created promotional material and signage for the Toy Fair exhibit in New York City.

Graphic Designer at Huffy Bicycles

April 30, 1996 - September 9, 2025

Graphic designer in the in-house design center. Involved in concept development, market and trend research, branding and product naming, product graphics, and promotional material. Collaborated with industrial designers, engineers and marketing to develop annual product lines. Designed and produced annual catalogs; supervised photo shoots and models; managed printing approvals and paper selection. Created product graphics, trademark characters, and promotional materials for flagship ToyFair bikes (Mudslinger, Dr. Shock, Metaloid, Skreecher); hired, trained and supervised interns.

Volunteer at Great Oaks/ABLE GED

December 30, 1995 - September 9, 2025

Tutored adults in multiple subjects to prepare them for the GED; taught one-on-one, in small groups, and in classes of 15 or more; assisted with ESL classes.