I am a communication and visual design consultant focused on mission-driven organizations. I translate complex information into clear, accessible graphics, marketing materials, and multi-channel campaigns that support fundraising, awareness, and program goals.\n\nWith experience across nonprofits, government, healthcare, and cultural institutions, I lead design teams, shape brand and messaging, and ensure inclusive design practices across print, digital, and social media.…

Charles Swinford

I am a communication and visual design consultant focused on mission-driven organizations. I translate complex information into clear, accessible graphics, marketing materials, and multi-channel campaigns that support fundraising, awareness, and program goals.\n\nWith experience across nonprofits, government, healthcare, and cultural institutions, I lead design teams, shape brand and messaging, and ensure inclusive design practices across print, digital, and social media.…

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I am a communication and visual design consultant focused on mission-driven organizations. I translate complex information into clear, accessible graphics, marketing materials, and multi-channel campaigns that support fundraising, awareness, and program goals.\n\nWith experience across nonprofits, government, healthcare, and cultural institutions, I lead design teams, shape brand and messaging, and ensure inclusive design practices across print, digital, and social media.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Graphic Designer at ECS
February 29, 2020 - Present
Graphic design for marketing and communications projects, including media graphics, presentations, reports, and various assets for both print and digital needs.
Senior Marketing Specialist - Graphic Designer at Pamplin Historical Park
February 1, 2015 - March 1, 2017
Marketing and design lead for all communications, media relations, and events for four museums, four historic homes, and 424 acres of historic battlefields.
Creative Lead at Figments & Pigments
January 6, 2009 - March 1, 2017
Lead designer and project manager for a freelance design business, excelling in clean, accessible graphic design and illustration for mission-driven organizations.
Graphic Designer at Richmond Times-Dispatch
December 30, 2010 - December 30, 2012
Award-winning ad designer for a major metropolitan newspaper with more than 671,400 readers, producing graphics for clients ranging from small local businesses to major international brands.
Artist at World Art Group
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2008
Primarily a colorist, coloring fine art prints by hand for the home decor industry.
Senior Graphic Designer at The Cadmus Group
February 27, 2017 - November 28, 2017
Team lead for a high-energy group of designers, writers, & videographers for a dynamic multinational consulting group, providing art direction and creative design expertise for sustainability, energy, water security, and disaster response contracts.

Education

BFA (Fine Arts) at James Madison University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2002
Certificate in User-Centered Design (UX/UI) at Parsons School of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Qualifications

Certificate in User-Centered Design (UX/UI)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Government
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    I created seasonal web and SoMe graphics for Energy Star manufacturing partners, used by multiple stakeholders across the web and social media.

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    Web and SoMe graphics for Energy Star manufacturing partners, used by multiple stakeholders across the web and social media.…
    uniE621 Energy Star
    Web and SoMe graphics for Energy Star manufacturing partners, used by multiple stakeholders across the web and social media.…
    uniE621 Energy Star
    Web and SoMe graphics for Energy Star manufacturing partners, used by multiple stakeholders across the web and social media.…
    uniE621 Energy Star
    Web and SoMe graphics for Energy Star manufacturing partners, used by multiple stakeholders across the web and social media.…
    uniE621 Energy Star
    Web and SoMe graphics for Energy Star manufacturing partners, used by multiple stakeholders across the web and social media.…