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I’m a Swiss Army knife creative leader with 20 years in the creative industry, blending visionary thinking, strategic mindfulness, marketing savviness and stellar design chops. I thrive in fast-paced, fun, energetic, highly collaborative environments and lead by example with positivity, mentorship and a hands-on approach. I’ve delivered across print, digital, environmental, content, video and broadcast across retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment spaces. I’m a collaborative team player who loves guiding others to ambitious outcomes, building cohesive brand experiences, and turning complex ideas into clear, impactful creative solutions.…I’m a Swiss Army knife creative leader with 20 years in the creative industry, blending visionary thinking, strategic mindfulness, marketing savviness and stellar design chops. I thrive in fast-paced, fun, energetic, highly collaborative environments and lead by example with positivity, mentorship and a hands-on approach. I’ve delivered across print, digital, environmental, content, video and broadcast across retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment spaces. I’m a collaborative team player who loves guiding others to ambitious outcomes, building cohesive brand experiences, and turning complex ideas into clear, impactful creative solutions.

Ryan L. Wagner

Art Director, Graphic Designer, Illustrator

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I’m a Swiss Army knife creative leader with 20 years in the creative industry, blending visionary thinking, strategic mindfulness, marketing savviness and stellar design chops. I thrive in fast-paced, fun, energetic, highly collaborative environments and lead by example with positivity, mentorship and a hands-on approach. I’ve delivered across print, digital, environmental, content, video and broadcast across retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment spaces. I’m a collaborative team player who loves guiding others to ambitious outcomes, building cohesive brand experiences, and turning complex ideas into clear, impactful creative solutions.…I’m a Swiss Army knife creative leader with 20 years in the creative industry, blending visionary thinking, strategic mindfulness, marketing savviness and stellar design chops. I thrive in fast-paced, fun, energetic, highly collaborative environments and lead by example with positivity, mentorship and a hands-on approach. I’ve delivered across print, digital, environmental, content, video and broadcast across retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment spaces. I’m a collaborative team player who loves guiding others to ambitious outcomes, building cohesive brand experiences, and turning complex ideas into clear, impactful creative solutions.

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I’m a Swiss Army knife creative leader with 20 years in the creative industry, blending visionary thinking, strategic mindfulness, marketing savviness and stellar design chops. I thrive in fast-paced, fun, energetic, highly collaborative environments and lead by example with positivity, mentorship and a hands-on approach.

I’ve delivered across print, digital, environmental, content, video and broadcast across retail, hospitality, sports and entertainment spaces. I’m a collaborative team player who loves guiding others to ambitious outcomes, building cohesive brand experiences, and turning complex ideas into clear, impactful creative solutions.

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DaVinci Resolve Studio

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Work Experience

Senior Design Director at Miller Zell

July 1, 2025 - October 20, 2025

Led immersive brand activations and design activations by heading teams, collaborating cross-functionally, and pitching concepts to execute for retail and restaurant spaces, sports and music venues, and convention centers. Directed the Retail Media creative team to deliver campaigns and produced digital marketing content and national TV spots in collaboration with internal partners and external agencies.

Director of Creative Services (interim) at Smalls Sliders

March 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025

Launched and led all functions of a boutique design agency, directly working with clients to create brand identities, websites and marketing collateral, while building processes and mentoring the team.

Manager of Creative Direction at The Home Depot Corporation

March 1, 2023 - October 20, 2025

Led creative direction initiatives for internal campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver omni-channel content and elevate brand storytelling across multiple platforms.

Creative Director/Owner at Foundry43, LLC

October 1, 2015 - October 20, 2025

Collaborated with internal teams to concept and develop a multi-million dollar, fully immersive brand experience for a multi-day conference; Deliverables included print, digital, 3D, presentation and video assets.

Creative Director/Owner at Foundry43, LLC

August 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025

Led branding and design initiatives with a focus on cohesive brand experiences; delivered across print, digital, 3D, presentation and video assets for clients and events.

Senior Art Director (interim) at EY

December 1, 2021 - October 20, 2025

Led the evolution of brand identity for a restaurant startup and guided omni-channel campaigns and internal initiatives for two QSR brands; built, led and mentored a team of art directors, designers, copywriters and content creators.

Creative Director at FOCUS Brands

March 1, 2020 - October 20, 2025

Led and enhanced overall brand design of all creative deliverables, directed photoshoots and managed junior designers and vendor partners.

Senior Designer/Art Director at McAlister’s Corporation

April 1, 2012 - October 20, 2025

Led design initiatives across brand identity and collateral, producing print and digital materials, packaging and campaigns; mentored junior designers and collaborated with cross-functional teams.