Jason Kuczek

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Creative/Production Artist at Epic Drops
January 1, 2022 - Present
Licensed character assets and character-based product designs. Flat product art creation based on original assets/concepts. Product tech pack creation and finalization.
Freelance Illustrator/Graphic Artist at Beautiful Demise
January 1, 2010 - Present
Created original character illustrations for apparel and accessories. Notable design 'Jumpshot Jesus' worn by Kyrie Irving & J.R. Smith at the 2016 NBA Finals; design featured in USA Today with Ray Allen.
Freelance Illustrator at Just Play Products
January 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Toy design concepts and step-through illustrations.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Mama Made It Medicinals
January 1, 2023 - September 30, 2025
Logo and branding concept and development. Packaging development and mock-ups.
Freelance Graphic Designer at Crio Bru Brewed Cacao
January 1, 2022 - September 30, 2025
Instagram and Facebook Ad Design
Hybrid Creative & Production Artist at Tiltworks
January 1, 2021 - September 30, 2025
Contributed to the launch team for Disney Licensed Pet Apparel & Accessories program starting Spring 2021, which grossed over $4.2 million in the first year. Developed streamlined templates, tech packs, and processes for pet apparel, accessory, and toys. Created on-brand original assets and graphics for clients, including: Disney, Marvel, PIXAR, Lucasfilm, Universal Studios, DC Comics, and more. Photo editing, manipulation, and airbrushing for presentat ion and marketing tools, including product line books.
Comic Artist/Character Designer at Encode Entertainment
January 1, 2018 - September 30, 2025
Created conceptual character artwork, environments, and on-brand assets.
Freelance Graphic Artist at Livin’ Life Man
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
Designed logos and original graphics for use in style guides.
Hybrid Creative & Production Artist at Knights Apparel
January 1, 2016 - September 30, 2025
Lead Jersey Artist for MLB & NHL. Created templates for production art team use and developed standard processes for production team. Designed graphics, and created color separations, for NBA, MLB, NHL, NCAA & NASCAR.
Conceptual Character Artist at Pipsqueak Films
January 1, 2010 - September 30, 2025
Developed conceptual character artwork and style guides in coordination with the Creative Director.
Assistant Store Manager at GameStop
January 1, 2011 - September 30, 2025
Top district sales leader for 3 years. Increased sales by overseeing successful promotional strategies and in-store events. Oversaw store visual merchandising.

Education

B.F.A at College for Creative Studies, Detroit, MI
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Professional Services