Hi, I'm Jake Dawson. I'm a creative director and visual designer who leads brand identity projects from concept to delivery. I have more than a decade of experience shaping brands through video, photography, and graphics, and I bring strong leadership and collaborative skills to end-to-end projects. My toolkit centers on the Adobe Creative Suite, and I enjoy turning ideas into visuals that resonate with audiences. I specialize in developing cohesive marketing strategies for diverse brands, from food halls to regional businesses. I love crafting original concepts, producing and editing compelling media, and managing content across social channels and campaigns. I'm passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering high-quality media that helps brands stand out.

Jake Dawson

Hi, I'm Jake Dawson. I'm a creative director and visual designer who leads brand identity projects from concept to delivery. I have more than a decade of experience shaping brands through video, photography, and graphics, and I bring strong leadership and collaborative skills to end-to-end projects. My toolkit centers on the Adobe Creative Suite, and I enjoy turning ideas into visuals that resonate with audiences. I specialize in developing cohesive marketing strategies for diverse brands, from food halls to regional businesses. I love crafting original concepts, producing and editing compelling media, and managing content across social channels and campaigns. I'm passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering high-quality media that helps brands stand out.

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Hi, I’m Jake Dawson. I’m a creative director and visual designer who leads brand identity projects from concept to delivery. I have more than a decade of experience shaping brands through video, photography, and graphics, and I bring strong leadership and collaborative skills to end-to-end projects. My toolkit centers on the Adobe Creative Suite, and I enjoy turning ideas into visuals that resonate with audiences.

I specialize in developing cohesive marketing strategies for diverse brands, from food halls to regional businesses. I love crafting original concepts, producing and editing compelling media, and managing content across social channels and campaigns. I’m passionate about storytelling, teamwork, and delivering high-quality media that helps brands stand out.

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Work Experience

Creative Director at Extra Credit Group
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created four all-original food concepts for a food hall, produced and edited content, and managed marketing strategies across social media, community outreach, and email. Shaped overall brand style, photography/film sets, and brand standards to keep campaigns aligned with target goals.
Owner and Founder at Jake Dawson Media
January 1, 2015 - Present
Provides videography services for local and regional businesses from pre-production through post-production, conducts seasonal photography shoots, and manages content distribution and website design.
Producer and Editor at Hearst TV Digital Studio
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2022
Produced and edited native video content for multiple clients, shot cinematic branded content for TV/OTT, created production schedules and call sheets, managed freelance video teams, and served as on-camera host for various series.

Education

Bachelor's of Communications at University of Nebraska at Omaha
January 1, 2013 - December 9, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services