I am Mark French, an award-winning Art Director and Graphic Designer based in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in turning strategic marketing concepts into visually compelling campaigns across print, web, and social media. Over the years I’ve collaborated with major brands and across industries to deliver polished, effective creative work. I thrive in collaborative environments, mentor designers, and constantly refine processes to maximize marketing impact. I’m seeking in-house or remote opportunities (full-time, part-time, freelance, contract) with a dynamic organization where my craft, leadership, and strategic thinking can help elevate brand communications and drive results.…

Mark French

I am Mark French, an award-winning Art Director and Graphic Designer based in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in turning strategic marketing concepts into visually compelling campaigns across print, web, and social media. Over the years I’ve collaborated with major brands and across industries to deliver polished, effective creative work. I thrive in collaborative environments, mentor designers, and constantly refine processes to maximize marketing impact. I’m seeking in-house or remote opportunities (full-time, part-time, freelance, contract) with a dynamic organization where my craft, leadership, and strategic thinking can help elevate brand communications and drive results.…

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I am Mark French, an award-winning Art Director and Graphic Designer based in Louisville, Kentucky. I specialize in turning strategic marketing concepts into visually compelling campaigns across print, web, and social media. Over the years I’ve collaborated with major brands and across industries to deliver polished, effective creative work.

I thrive in collaborative environments, mentor designers, and constantly refine processes to maximize marketing impact. I’m seeking in-house or remote opportunities (full-time, part-time, freelance, contract) with a dynamic organization where my craft, leadership, and strategic thinking can help elevate brand communications and drive results.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director/Graphic Designer/Image Editor at Mark French Art Direction & Graphic Design
December 1, 2014 - Present
Produced work for a diverse client roster including GE Appliances/Haier, Humana, Circle K Stores, ADP, Brown-Forman Corporation, The Hershey Company, American Beverage Marketers, Gwinnett Medical Center, Trilogy Health Services, American Air Filter, ResCare/BrightSpring, Eastern Kentucky University, Neopost USA/Quadient, Neff Packaging Solutions, Concordia University – St. Paul, King University, and others. Led art direction, image editing, and cross-media design across print and digital projects.
Associate Creative Director at Ott Communications
June 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Art direction and design for General Electric/Haier, Circle K Stores, Tex Best Travel Centers and others. Projects included print and web design, image editing, architectural design, social media content creation, and more.
Senior Art Director at PowerScoppechio
November 1, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Primary Art Director on Churchill Downs, Procter & Gamble (Mr. Clean Car Wash, Tide Dry Cleaners) and A&W Restaurants. Additional art direction and design for Yum! Brands (KFC, Pizza Hut, Long John Silver’s), LongHorn Steakhouse, General Electric and others.
Senior Art Director at QtheAGENCY
May 1, 2007 - September 26, 2025
Art direction and design of projects for clients including Giant Screen Films, Yum! Brands, Forethought Funeral Planning, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Brown-Forman, NTS Corporation and Rotary Lift. Responsibilities included supervision and development of Art Directors/Designers.
Art Director & Graphic Designer at Mark French Art Direction & Graphic Design
December 1, 2014 - Present
Art direction and graphic design for a wide range of clients; produced work for General Electric Appliances/Haier, Humana, Circle K Stores, ADP, Brown-Forman Corporation, The Hershey Company, American Beverage Marketers, Gwinnett Medical Center, Trilogy Health Services, American Air Filter, ResCare/BrightSpring, Eastern Kentucky University, Neopost USA/Quadient, Neff Packaging Solutions, Concordia University – St. Paul, King University, and others.
Associate Creative Director at Ott Communications
June 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Art direction and design for General Electric/Haier, Circle K Stores, Tex Best Travel Centers and others. Projects have included print and web design, image editing, architectural design, social media content creation, etc.
Senior Art Director at PowerScoppechio (formerly Creative Alliance)
November 1, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Primary Art Director on Churchill Downs, Procter & Gamble (Mr. Clean Car Wash, Tide Dry Cleaners) and A&W Restaurants. Additional art direction and design for Yum! Brands, Inc. (KFC, Pizza Hut, Long John Silver’s), Longhorn Steakhouse, General Electric and others.
Senior Art Director at QtheAGENCY (formerly Quantum Communications)
May 1, 2007 - September 26, 2025
Art direction and design of projects for clients including Giant Screen Films, Yum! Brands, Forethought Funeral Planning, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Brown-Forman, NTS Corporation and Rotary Lift. Responsibilities included supervision and development of Art Directors/Designers.
Art Director/Graphic Designer/Image Editor at Mark French Art Direction & Graphic Design
December 1, 2014 - Present
Art direction and graphic design with image editing for clients including General Electric Appliances/Haier, Humana, Brown-Forman Corporation, The Hershey Company, American Air Filter, ADP, Circle K Stores, ResCare/BrightSpring, Eastern Kentucky University, Trilogy Health Services, Gwinnett Medical Center, Sontara, King University, Concordia University–St. Paul and others.
Associate Creative Director at Ott Communications
June 1, 2024 - September 26, 2025
Lead creative for General Electric Appliances, Circle K Stores, Tex Best Travel Centers, and other clients. Projects included print and web design, image editing, architectural design, and social media content creation.
Senior Art Director at Scoppechio (formerly Creative Alliance)
November 1, 2014 - September 26, 2025
Managed design and supervised production for Mr. Clean Car Wash, Churchill Downs Racetrack, and A&W Restaurants, overseeing consumer, franchisee, and trade advertising across online, print, point-of-sale, and branding materials.
Senior Art Director at Quantum Communications
May 1, 2007 - September 26, 2025
Designed and implemented consumer and B2B marketing materials including online & print advertising, websites, direct mail, trade show materials, packaging, and collateral for clients such as Yum! Brands, Giant Screen Films, Forethought Funeral Planning, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Brown-Forman, NTS Corporation, and Rotary Lift.
Senior Art Director at PriceWeber Marketing Communications
March 1, 2000 - September 26, 2025
Senior Art Director on the Brown & Williamson account, managing direct mail, point-of-purchase materials, B2B sales kits, consumer incentive programs, corporate website, and national sales conferences.
Art Director / Graphic Designer / Image Editor at Mark French Art Direction & Graphic Design
December 1, 2014 - Present
Produced work for clients including General Electric Appliances/Haier, Humana, Circle K Stores, ADP, Brown-Forman Corporation, The Hershey Company, American Beverage Marketers, Gwinnett Medical Center, Trilogy Health Services, American Air Filter, ResCare/BrightSpring, Eastern Kentucky University, Neopost USA/Quadient, Neff Packaging Solutions, Concordia University – St. Paul, King University, and others; delivered print and digital campaigns with a focus on brand consistency, visual storytelling, and detail-oriented image editing.
Associate Creative Director at Ott Communications
June 1, 2024 - October 20, 2025
Art direction and design for General Electric/Haier, Circle K Stores, Tex Best Travel Centers and others. Projects included print and web design, image editing, architectural design, and social media content creation.
Senior Art Director at PowerScoppechio
November 1, 2014 - October 20, 2025
Primary Art Director on Churchill Downs, Procter & Gamble (Mr. Clean Car Wash, Tide Dry Cleaners) and A&W Restaurants. Additional art direction and design for Yum! Brands, Inc. (KFC, Pizza Hut, Long John Silver’s), Longhorn Steakhouse, General Electric and others.
Senior Art Director at QtheAGENCY (formerly Quantum Communications)
May 1, 2007 - October 20, 2025
Art direction and design of projects for clients including Giant Screen Films, Yum! Brands, Forethought Funeral Planning, Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Brown-Forman, NTS Corporation and Rotary Lift. Responsibilities included supervision and development of Art Directors/Designers.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Western Kentucky University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Western Kentucky University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts – Area of Concentration: Commercial Art at Western Kentucky University
January 11, 2030 - September 26, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Western Kentucky University
January 11, 2030 - October 20, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Education, Healthcare, Gaming, Retail, Manufacturing, Other

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