Book cover illustration for a choose-your-own-adventure book series illustrator artist
- Book Illustrator
Ryan L. Wagner
- Atlanta, United States
- 3 projects
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.
About
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.
- Joined October 2025
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Retail
- Professional Services
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Projects · 3
Illustration artwork for alternative band, Tigera graphicdesigner illustrator
- Illustrator
illustrator designer Hand-illustrated alphaber series of all 26 letters featuring animals and other fun things hidden within.
- Artist
- Designer
- Illustrator
Work experience· 8 roles
Senior Design Director · Miller ZellJul 2025 – Oct 2025 · 4 mos
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.
Manager of Creative Direction · The Home Depot CorporationMar 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos
Led creative direction initiatives for internal campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver omni-channel content and elevate brand storytelling across multiple platforms.
Director of Creative Services (interim) · Smalls SlidersMar 2023 – Oct 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos
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.
Senior Art Director (interim) · EYDec 2021 – Oct 2025 · 3 yrs 11 mos
Creative Director/Owner · Foundry43, LLCAug 2021 – Oct 2025 · 4 yrs 3 mos
Creative Director · FOCUS BrandsMar 2020 – Oct 2025 · 5 yrs 8 mos
Creative Director/Owner · Foundry43, LLCOct 2015 – Oct 2025 · 10 yrs 1 mo
Senior Designer/Art Director · McAlister’s CorporationApr 2012 – Oct 2025 · 13 yrs 7 mos
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts · University of Mississippi2030 – 2005
Certifications and awards
Addy Award2030 – 2025
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