I'm Doug Seely, a Creative Director and Graphic Designer with over 20 years of experience across design studios, advertising agencies, in-house creative teams, and being a full-time independent designer. I specialize in brand development, art direction, print and packaging design, and other design needs, delivering high-quality outcomes through collaborative leadership and hands-on execution. I build strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams, bridging vendor and client perspectives to craft compelling visual identities and digital experiences. Based in Farmington, Utah, I run an independent design studio delivering tailored solutions across print and digital platforms.

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I'm Doug Seely, a Creative Director and Graphic Designer with over 20 years of experience across design studios, advertising agencies, in-house creative teams, and being a full-time independent designer. I specialize in brand development, art direction, print and packaging design, and other design needs, delivering high-quality outcomes through collaborative leadership and hands-on execution. I build strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams, bridging vendor and client perspectives to craft compelling visual identities and digital experiences. Based in Farmington, Utah, I run an independent design studio delivering tailored solutions across print and digital platforms.

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I’m Doug Seely, a Creative Director and Graphic Designer with over 20 years of experience across design studios, advertising agencies, in-house creative teams, and being a full-time independent designer. I specialize in brand development, art direction, print and packaging design, and other design needs, delivering high-quality outcomes through collaborative leadership and hands-on execution.

I build strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams, bridging vendor and client perspectives to craft compelling visual identities and digital experiences. Based in Farmington, Utah, I run an independent design studio delivering tailored solutions across print and digital platforms.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner/Creative Director at Size 9
March 1, 2024 - Present
Independent design studio specializing in visual identity design and delivering print and digital solutions for a diverse client base; leads brand strategy, creative direction, and production across multiple channels.
Creative Director, Brand/Marketing at CarNow
April 1, 2022 - February 29, 2024
Enhanced brand consistency by redesigning and implementing brand guidelines; led creative vision for campaigns; collaborated with marketing, design, and content teams; provided UX/UI concepts to modernize online products upon CEO request.
Creative Director at FranklinCovey (Creative Lab)
February 10, 2021 - September 6, 2022
Led two cross-functional teams within the FC Creative Lab; designed education and training products, including presentations, guides, and books; maintained unique product brand identities.
Creative Director at Ariix
August 31, 2017 - September 4, 2020
Led creative team for eight brands; produced brand identities, packaging, collateral, websites, mobile apps, incentive trips and event identities and environments, and all other visual needs.
Art Director at Ariix
November 13, 2013 - August 30, 2017
Mentored designers; advanced UI design processes; created engaging solutions across print, packaging, environmental design, and interactive products; implemented in-house digital file management system.
Owner/Creative Director at Lumber Studio
January 1, 2016 - September 5, 2025
Independent design studio servicing clients through a network of strategic partners; projects included The Sweet Tooth Fairy, Ecoscraps, U.S. Senate Campaign, Sharetalk, Seven Times Six, Raskils ThomasArts; managed end-to-end design across multiple disciplines.
Senior Art Director at Advertising agency
March 1, 2012 - September 5, 2025
Led art direction for advertising campaigns; mentored designers; improved creative execution and problem solving.
Art Director at Fluid Studio
August 24, 2005 - April 28, 2007
More Unlisted Experience at Various Companies
April 8, 2003 - August 23, 2005

Education

BFA, Graphic Design and Illustration at University of Utah
January 11, 2030 - September 5, 2025

Qualifications

Bachelor of Fine Arts : Graphic Design and Illustration
January 3, 2000 - May 30, 2003

Industry Experience

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