I'm a multi-disciplinary graphic designer with over a decade and a half of experience across publishing, packaging, and branding. I enjoy turning concepts into polished visuals that work across print and digital channels, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and elevate storytelling. I'm passionate about crafting cohesive design systems, dielines, and marketing assets, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity meets production realities. Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite and familiar with manufacturing workflows, I'm always eager to learn new tools and take on exciting projects.

Damon Cassaro

I'm a multi-disciplinary graphic designer with over a decade and a half of experience across publishing, packaging, and branding. I enjoy turning concepts into polished visuals that work across print and digital channels, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and elevate storytelling. I'm passionate about crafting cohesive design systems, dielines, and marketing assets, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity meets production realities. Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite and familiar with manufacturing workflows, I'm always eager to learn new tools and take on exciting projects.

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I’m a multi-disciplinary graphic designer with over a decade and a half of experience across publishing, packaging, and branding. I enjoy turning concepts into polished visuals that work across print and digital channels, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and elevate storytelling.

I’m passionate about crafting cohesive design systems, dielines, and marketing assets, and I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity meets production realities. Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite and familiar with manufacturing workflows, I’m always eager to learn new tools and take on exciting projects.

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Bristol Myers Squibb
October 1, 2023 - Present
Create production and developmental artwork for printed packaging materials; revise artwork per requests from Regulatory, Commercial or Packaging Engineering; review own work and artwork created by peers; transmit artwork approved for printing to designated print vendors; evaluate proofs for consistency with approved artwork; record activities in artwork management system; complete training to ensure compliance with new or revised regulatory requirements; attend harmonization meetings, lead design meetings, and co-manage artwork file server and distribution lists.
Senior Graphic Designer at AP&G – Catchmaster
July 1, 2018 - October 1, 2023
Design retail and professional packaging for products, print advertisements, POP, and collateral materials; create marketing materials for multiple platforms including social media, animated & live action videos, print handouts, posters, and magazine advertisements; select visual elements of projects; collaborate with creative teams and sales representatives to execute the agency's creative vision.
Packaging Designer at Adcomm Advertising
August 1, 2017 - July 1, 2018
Design retail packaging for products, print advertisements, POP, and collateral materials; create dielines for various product packaging.
Senior Graphic Designer at Penguin Random House Children's Books
June 1, 2017 - August 1, 2017
Design print and digital materials to support marketing efforts across trade categories: Picture Book, Middle-Grade, and Young Adult; develop campaign visuals from concept to final production; prep files for final printed or digital release; work with trade marketing, digital marketing, and publicity staff to maintain consistency across channels.
Senior Graphic Designer at Bridge Tower Media / Pet Age | NJBIZ
July 1, 2015 - April 1, 2017
Layout and design monthly publication and supplements; collaborate with editors on story concepts and the integration of content and design; lead redesign of major national B2B brand serving the pet retail industry; conceptualize, plan and design marketing material, ad material, media kits, collateral; complete art production, proofing, and postproduction tasks including digital proofs and page maps.
Graphic Designer at North Jersey Media Group
January 1, 2005 - July 1, 2015
Create conceptual advertisement layouts; select visual elements including type, illustrations, and photography; design layouts for pages, flyers, and business cards; collaborate with creative teams, sales representatives, and advertising management to execute the creative vision of the agency.

Education

BA in Fine Arts, Concentration: Graphic Design at Montclair State University
August 1, 2003 - March 11, 2026
Fall 2004 program at New York Film Academy
September 1, 2004 - March 11, 2026
Walt Disney World Program at Walt Disney World Program
January 1, 2002 - March 11, 2026

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Retail