Creative problem-solver with 2+ years of experience aiming to contribute design, multimedia, communication, and motion expertise to innovative projects.

Aidan Horstmeier

Creative problem-solver with 2+ years of experience aiming to contribute design, multimedia, communication, and motion expertise to innovative projects.

Available to hire

Creative problem-solver with 2+ years of experience aiming to contribute design, multimedia, communication, and motion expertise to innovative projects.

Work Experience

Graphic Designer / Motion Graphic Designer at 3CDC
May 31, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Collaborated with marketing teams to design and produce print, digital, and motion graphics content, ensuring brand consistency across campaigns and events. Produced engaging visuals that supported promotional efforts and event marketing.
Graphic Design Department Lead at Bloc Ministries/Side by Side
September 30, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Led the graphic design department responsible for creating print, digital, web, and signage materials. Developed brand identities, conducted user research, and coordinated social media strategies to boost engagement and maintain brand consistency across all marketing channels.
Graphic Designer and Multimedia Producer at Adventure Club
January 31, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Designed promotional materials, captured and edited event photography and video, and developed cohesive branding and social media content aimed at increasing engagement and ticket sales.
Freelance Designer and Multimedia Creator at COPACETIC
January 1, 2021 - Present
Collaborated with clients to deliver customized design solutions across publications, product design, and marketing. Utilized Adobe Creative Suite, photography, and trend research to enhance visual appeal and brand reach.
Graphic Design Department Lead at 3CDC
May 31, 2025 - August 29, 2025
Led the graphic design department, created print, digital, web, and signage materials; developed brand identities, conducted user research, and coordinated social media strategies to enhance engagement and maintain consistency across all marketing channels.
Graphic Designer at Bloc Ministries/Side by Side
September 1, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Collaborated with marketing to design and produce print, digital, and motion graphics content, ensuring brand consistency across campaigns and events.
Designer/Photographer/Videographer at Adventure Club
January 1, 2024 - August 29, 2025
Designed promotional materials, captured and edited event photography and video, and developed cohesive branding and social media content to boost engagement and ticket sales.
Freelance Designer at COPACETIC
January 1, 2021 - Present
Collaborated with clients to deliver customized design solutions across publications, product design, and marketing, leveraging Adobe Creative Suite, photography, and trend research to enhance visual appeal and brand reach.
Graphic Designer at 3CDC
May 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025
Collaborated with marketing to design and produce print, digital, and motion graphics content, ensuring brand consistency across campaigns and events.
Graphic Designer at BLOC MINISTRIES
September 1, 2024 - October 13, 2025
Collaborated with marketing to design and produce print, digital, and motion graphics content, ensuring brand consistency across campaigns and events.
Robotics Designer at ROBUILDX
September 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and prototyped robotic systems using CAD while also creating design and marketing assets to support product development; integrated mechanical, electrical, and software components to improve performance, reduce costs, and ensure scalable reliability. Led the graphic design department, creating print, digital, web, and signage materials; developed brand identities, conducted user research, and coordinated social media strategies to enhance engagement and maintain consistency across all marketing channels. Collaborated with clients to deliver customized design solutions across publications, product design, and marketing, leveraging Adobe Creative Suite, photography, and trend research to enhance visual appeal and brand reach.
Designer at COPACETIC
January 1, 2023 - Present
Graphic Designer at 3CDC
May 1, 2025 - October 14, 2025
Collaborated with marketing to design and produce print, digital, and motion graphics content, ensuring brand consistency across campaigns and events.
Graphic Designer at BLOC MINISTRIES
September 1, 2024 - October 14, 2025
Collaborated with marketing to design and produce print, digital, and motion graphics content, ensuring brand consistency across campaigns and events.
Graphic Designer at ROBUILDX
September 1, 2025 - Present
Designed and prototyped robotic systems using CAD while also creating design and marketing assets to support product development; integrated mechanical, electrical, and software components to improve performance, reduce costs, and ensure scalable reliability. Led the graphic design department, creating print, digital, web, and signage materials; developed brand identities, conducted user research, and coordinated social media strategies to enhance engagement and maintain consistency across all marketing channels. Collaborated with clients to deliver customized design solutions across publications, product design, and marketing, leveraging Adobe Creative Suite, photography, and trend research to enhance visual appeal and brand reach.
Graphic Designer at COPACETIC
January 1, 2023 - Present

Education

Associate of Science in Communication Design at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Digital Media at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - May 1, 2025
Associate of Science in Communication Design at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2025
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Digital Media at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2025
High School Diploma at Walnut Hills High School
January 1, 2016 - May 31, 2020
Associate of Science at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Digital Media at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Walnut Hills High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020
Associate of Science in Communication Design at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor of Arts and Science in Digital Media at University of Cincinnati
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Walnut Hills High School
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2020

Qualifications

UC Dean’s List
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2025
UC Dean's List
January 1, 2020 - May 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Software & Internet, Manufacturing