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I am an award-winning designer and art director with experience in corporate identity, packaging, advertising, illustration, marketing collateral, product development and web design. I am used to large project management with attention to detail. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, also QuarkXPress. Proficient conceptual drawing skills and some painting. I am used to working under tight deadlines and extra time when needed; loyal. I will provide unique, creative visual communication solutions that will sell you and your business.…I am an award-winning designer and art director with experience in corporate identity, packaging, advertising, illustration, marketing collateral, product development and web design. I am used to large project management with attention to detail. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, also QuarkXPress. Proficient conceptual drawing skills and some painting. I am used to working under tight deadlines and extra time when needed; loyal. I will provide unique, creative visual communication solutions that will sell you and your business.

Patrick J. McCarthy

Designer, Art Director, Graphic Designer, +2

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I am an award-winning designer and art director with experience in corporate identity, packaging, advertising, illustration, marketing collateral, product development and web design. I am used to large project management with attention to detail. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, also QuarkXPress. Proficient conceptual drawing skills and some painting. I am used to working under tight deadlines and extra time when needed; loyal. I will provide unique, creative visual communication solutions that will sell you and your business.…I am an award-winning designer and art director with experience in corporate identity, packaging, advertising, illustration, marketing collateral, product development and web design. I am used to large project management with attention to detail. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, also QuarkXPress. Proficient conceptual drawing skills and some painting. I am used to working under tight deadlines and extra time when needed; loyal. I will provide unique, creative visual communication solutions that will sell you and your business.

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I am an award-winning designer and art director with experience in corporate identity, packaging, advertising, illustration, marketing collateral, product development and web design.

I am used to large project management with attention to detail. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite of Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, also QuarkXPress. Proficient conceptual drawing skills and some painting. I am used to working under tight deadlines and extra time when needed; loyal. I will provide unique, creative visual communication solutions that will sell you and your business.

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Work Experience

Faculty / Board Of Advisors / Adjunct Instructor at Antonelli School Of Art & Design

January 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025

Evening instructor for Graphic Design programs; served on the Board of Advisors; taught Illustration, Computer Design, 3D Design, Drawing; prepared curriculum; supervised student portfolios.

Faculty / Adjunct Instructor at Xavier University School Of Art & Design

January 1, 2005 - October 21, 2025

Conducted evening classes in Graphic Design 1 & 2; instructed students on projects ranging from corporate identity and logo design to advertisements and newsletters; taught Illustration 1; developed curriculum; organized studio tours and guest lectures.

Freelance Designer at Spectrum Advertising Agency

September 1, 1995 - October 21, 2025

Freelance designer; evenings while employed at Nielsen; tight deadlines; contributed to mailers, brochures, logos, and promotional pieces; clients included 5/3 Bank, VISA, and F&W Flavors.

Senior Designer / Art Director, Product Development Designer, Graphic Coordinator, NYC Showroom Manager at Saturday Knight Ltd. (SKL HOME)

September 1, 1995 - Present

Lead design and production for packaging, marketing materials, corporate identity, and product development. Directed photo shoots, created package art and dielines, and provided printing instructions. Managed online content and signage projects, including large exterior graphics for corporate headquarters, and collaborated with department stores on private label packaging. Served as a key design partner across multiple SKL categories and markets.

Graphic Department Manager / Art Director / Senior Designer / Prepress at The Nielsen Company

August 1, 1995 - October 21, 2025

Manager of Graphics Department; supervised two designers and data entry; produced catalogs, packaging, logos, advertisements, newsletters; designed vehicle graphics and storefronts; prepress; training; budget oversight; copywriting for radio ads; participated in Total Quality improvements.