Hi there! I’m Jack Snyder, a multidisciplinary graphic designer and visual communicator based in western North Carolina. I specialize in print and digital graphics, branding, and motion graphics, with a strong background in publishing for local newspapers and community outlets. I enjoy turning complex information into clean, engaging visuals and collaborating with teams to deliver standout campaigns. I’ve worn multiple roles—from lead graphics for publications to web design, audio for community projects, and instructional work with adults with disabilities—embracing opportunities to learn, teach, and create meaningful visuals. When I’m not designing, you might find me exploring design education, photography, or tinkering with motion graphics and Unreal engine projects.…

Jack Snyder

Hi there! I’m Jack Snyder, a multidisciplinary graphic designer and visual communicator based in western North Carolina. I specialize in print and digital graphics, branding, and motion graphics, with a strong background in publishing for local newspapers and community outlets. I enjoy turning complex information into clean, engaging visuals and collaborating with teams to deliver standout campaigns. I’ve worn multiple roles—from lead graphics for publications to web design, audio for community projects, and instructional work with adults with disabilities—embracing opportunities to learn, teach, and create meaningful visuals. When I’m not designing, you might find me exploring design education, photography, or tinkering with motion graphics and Unreal engine projects.…

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Hi there! I’m Jack Snyder, a multidisciplinary graphic designer and visual communicator based in western North Carolina. I specialize in print and digital graphics, branding, and motion graphics, with a strong background in publishing for local newspapers and community outlets. I enjoy turning complex information into clean, engaging visuals and collaborating with teams to deliver standout campaigns.

I’ve worn multiple roles—from lead graphics for publications to web design, audio for community projects, and instructional work with adults with disabilities—embracing opportunities to learn, teach, and create meaningful visuals. When I’m not designing, you might find me exploring design education, photography, or tinkering with motion graphics and Unreal engine projects.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Graphic Designer (+head of graphics department) at The Mountaineer Publishing Co
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Created graphics for print media including ads, promotional materials and overall layout for The Mountaineer & Biltmore Beacon newspapers, as well as over a dozen special section tabs and magazines annually. Met multiple hard print deadlines every week. Created audio for Waynesville Art Trails project and the Mountaineer Podcast, including spoken word narration and accompanying background music, as well as editing.
Graphic Designer at The Smoky Mountain News
January 1, 2023 - Present
Creates graphics for print and digital media including ads, promotional materials and layout for The Smoky Mountain News weekly newspaper and the following magazines: Blue Ridge Motorcycling; WNC Travel Guide; Smoky Mountain Homes; Smoky Mountain Living; WNC Craft Trails; Down the Road, among others.
Graphic Designer (+Head of Graphics Department) at The Mountaineer Publishing Co
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Created graphics for print media including ads, promotional materials & overall layout for The Mountaineer & Biltmore Beacon newspapers, as well as over a dozen special section tabs and magazines annually. • Met multiple hard print deadlines every week. • Created audio for Waynesville Art Trails project and the Mountaineer Podcast, including spoken word narration and accompanying background music, as well as editing.
Graphic Designer at The Smoky Mountain News
January 1, 2023 - Present
Creates graphics for print & digital media including ads, promotional materials & layout for The Smoky Mountain News weekly newspaper and the following magazines: Blue Ridge Motorcycling • WNC Travel Guide • Smoky Mountain Homes, Smoky Mountain Living • WNC Craft Trails • Down the Road, among others.
Graphic Designer (+head of graphics department) at The Mountaineer Publishing Co
January 1, 2023 - October 4, 2025
Created graphics for print media including ads, promotional materials & overall layout for The Mountaineer & Biltmore Beacon newspapers, as well as over a dozen special section tabs and magazines annually. Met multiple hard print deadlines every week. Created audio for Waynesville Art Trails project and the Mountaineer Podcast, including spoken word narration and accompanying background music, as well as editing.
Graphic Designer at The Smoky Mountain News
January 1, 2023 - Present
Creates graphics for print & digital media including ads, promotional materials & layout for The Smoky Mountain News weekly newspaper and the following magazines: Blue Ridge Motorcycling, WNC Travel Guide, Smoky Mountain Homes, Smoky Mountain Living, WNC Craft Trails, Down the Road, among others.
Instructor & Habilitation Technician at Pathways For People
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Worked as an art, sign language & creative writing instructor for adults with intellectual disabilities in a day program setting.
Habilitation Technician at A Small Miracle
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Worked as an art, sign language & creative writing instructor for adults with intellectual disabilities in a day program setting.
Instructor & Habilitation Technician at Pathways For People
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Worked as an art, sign Language & creative writing instructor for adults with intellectual disabilities in a day program setting.
Graphic Designer & Retail Assistant at Twigs & Leaves Gallery
January 1, 2018 - October 4, 2025
Created designs for web & print ads as well as brochures; photographed pieces of 2D art and sculpture, editing those photos for web; provided customer service & gift wrapping on the gallery floor; packaged & transported pieces of art to customers & artists.
Graphic Designer & Web Manager at Ridgeline Therapeutic Collaborative
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creates all graphics associated with the company, including but not limited to: business cards, letterhead, rack cards/brochures, official paperwork, promotional materials; Setup and maintenance of the company’s website, ridgelinetc.com.
Graphic Designer & Web Manager at Ridgeline Therapeutic Collaborative
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creates all graphics associated with the company, including but not limited to: • business cards • letterhead • rack cards/brochures • official paperwork • promotional materials • Setup and maintenance of the company’s website, ridgelinetc.com
Graphic Designer & Web Manager at Ridgeline Therapeutic Collaborative
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creates all graphics associated with the company, including but not limited to: business cards, letterhead, rack cards/brochures, official paperwork, promotional materials. Setup and maintenance of the company’s website, ridgelinetc.com.
Graphic Designer & Web Manager at Ridgeline Therapeutic Collaborative
January 1, 2017 - Present
Creates all graphics associated with the company, including but not limited to: business cards, letterhead, rack cards/brochures, official paperwork, promotional materials, setup and maintenance of the company’s website.
Graphic Artist & Level Designer at N.C. State REU (research experience for undergraduates)
January 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Participated in artistic direction and Unreal 3 level design for a PhD student’s research project.
Graphic Artist & Level Designer at N.C. State REU (research experience for undergraduates)
January 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Participated in artistic direction and Unreal 3 level design for a PhD student’s research project
Habilitation Technician at A Small Miracle
January 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Worked as an art, sign language & creative writing instructor for adults with intellectual disabilities in a day program setting.
Instructor & Habilitation Technician at Pathways For People
January 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Worked as an art, sign language & creative writing instructor for adults with intellectual disabilities in a day program setting.
Graphic Designer at Twigs & Leaves Gallery
January 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Created designs for web & print ads as well as brochures; photographed pieces of 2D art and sculpture, editing those photos for web; provided customer service & gift wrapping on the gallery floor; packaged & transported pieces of art to customers & artists.
Graphic Artist & Level Designer at N.C. State REU (research experience for undergraduates)
January 1, 2015 - October 4, 2025
Participated in artistic direction and Unreal 3 level design for a PhD student’s research project
Graphic Designer & Retail Assistant at Twigs & Leaves Gallery
December 31, 2009 - October 4, 2025
Created designs for web & print ads as well as brochures • Photographed pieces of 2D art and sculpture, editing those photos for web. • Provided customer service & gift wrapping on the gallery floor. • Packaged & transported pieces of art to customers & artists.
Graphic Artist & Level Designer at N.C. State REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates)
January 1, 2009 - October 4, 2025
Participated in artistic direction and Unreal 3 level design for a PhD student’s research project.
Graphic Specialist for College Marketing & Campus Print Shop at Haywood Community College
January 1, 2009 - Present
Created marketing-related graphics for promotion of the college in both print and digital media, including online and print ads, mailers, brochures, rack cards, motion graphics for video & television commercials; public documents including annual reports, curriculum guides and student handbooks; created visual educational materials for college students & staff, both print & digital; staff photography/videography for college events, editing and processing photos for promotional materials.
Graphic Specialist for College Marketing & Campus Print Shop at Haywood Community College
January 1, 2006 - October 4, 2025
Created marketing-related graphics for promotion of the college in both print and digital media, including online and print ads, mailers, brochures, rack cards, motion graphics for video & television commercials; public documents including annual reports, curriculum guides and student handbooks; created visual educational materials for college students & staff; staff photography/videography for college events, editing and processing photos for promotional materials.
Graphic Specialist for College Marketing & Campus Print Shop at Haywood Community College
January 1, 2006 - October 4, 2025
Created marketing-related graphics for promotion of the college in both print and digital media, including online and print ads • mailers • brochures • rack cards • motion graphics for video & television commercials • public documents including annual reports, curriculum guides and student handbooks. • Created visual educational materials for college students & staff, both print & digital. • Staff photography/videography for college events, editing and processing photos for promotional materials.
Graphic Specialist for College Marketing & Campus Print Shop at Haywood Community College
January 1, 2006 - October 4, 2025
Created marketing-related graphics for promotion of the college in both print and digital media, including online and print ads, mailers, brochures, rack cards, motion graphics for video & television commercials, public documents including annual reports, curriculum guides and student handbooks. Created visual educational materials for college students & staff, both print & digital. Staff photography/videography for college events, editing and processing photos for promotional materials.

Education

Bachelor of Art & Design (concentration in animation & motion graphics) at North Carolina State University College of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Art & Design (concentration in animation & motion graphics) at North Carolina State University College of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Art & Design (concentration in animation & motion graphics) at North Carolina State University College of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015
Bachelor of Art & Design (concentration in animation & motion graphics) at North Carolina State University College of Design
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2015

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Other

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