Senior creative professional with 25+ years of experience delivering strategic visual solutions across corporate, agency, nonprofit, construction, manufacturing, and small business environments. Proven ability to lead projects from concept through production while managing budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams. Skilled in brand development, print and digital marketing, large-format graphics, and on-site visual production. Recognized for flexibility, reliability, and delivering high-quality work in deadline-driven environments.…

Paul J. Blanchard

Senior creative professional with 25+ years of experience delivering strategic visual solutions across corporate, agency, nonprofit, construction, manufacturing, and small business environments. Proven ability to lead projects from concept through production while managing budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams. Skilled in brand development, print and digital marketing, large-format graphics, and on-site visual production. Recognized for flexibility, reliability, and delivering high-quality work in deadline-driven environments.…

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Senior creative professional with 25+ years of experience delivering strategic visual solutions across corporate, agency, nonprofit, construction, manufacturing, and small business environments.
Proven ability to lead projects from concept through production while managing budgets, vendors, and cross-functional teams. Skilled in brand development, print and digital marketing, large-format graphics, and on-site visual production. Recognized for flexibility, reliability, and delivering high-quality work in deadline-driven environments.

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Owner | Designer | Art Director at Dezign Graphix Creative Café
December 31, 2004 - Present
•Founder and operator of a full-service freelance graphic design business serving corporate, agency, nonprofit, and small business clients. •Lead projects from concept development through final production across print and digital platforms. •Develop brand identity systems, marketing collateral, advertising campaigns, and promotional materials. •Manage client relationships, proposals, budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination. •Provide art direction and creative leadership for multidisciplinary projects. •Collaborate directly with business owners, marketing teams, and creative professionals to deliver strategic solutions.
Graphic Designer (Freelance) at Installed Building Products
January 1, 2024 - Present
Design multi-page training manuals and technical documentation. Structure complex information into clear, user-friendly layouts. Standardize Word and PowerPoint templates for brand consistency. Produce branded marketing materials supporting internal and external initiatives.
Contract Graphic Designer at Drop Top Media LLC
January 1, 2017 - Present
Design full magazine layouts including covers, editorial pages, and advertiser ad placements. Prepare press-ready files and coordinate directly with printers. Produce regional publications serving restaurants and local advertisers nationwide.
Marketing Coordinator & Designer at InDecca Construction & Design
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
Developed and executed marketing materials supporting commercial construction projects. Designed print advertising, direct mail campaigns, and digital marketing assets. Coordinated external vendors for web development, copywriting, video editing, and print production. Provided on-site photography and videography of construction projects. Maintained sales support materials inventory and brand consistency. Conducted market research to support project-specific marketing initiatives.
Freelance Graphic Designer at The Grote Company
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019
Designed large-format trade show displays and managed print production. Developed product sales sheets, packaging graphics, and marketing materials. Coordinated translation services for multilingual product materials. Produced web graphics, photography, and video content.
Creature Production Artist at The Scare Factory
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2018
Built large-scale themed environments and animated creature props. Sculpted and fabricated 3D elements and environmental facades. Applied scenic painting techniques and character fabrication.
Adjunct Instructor – Fundamentals of Drawing at Central Ohio Technical College
January 1, 2011 - Present
Developed syllabus and course structure. Instructed students in foundational drawing techniques and artistic principles. Managed grading, attendance, and online coursework platform.
Art Director & Designer at Columbus Symphony
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Led creative development for concert promotions and multi-channel marketing campaigns. Designed brochures, mailers, direct mail, posters, and advertising materials. Collaborated with marketing, development, donor relations, and education departments. Managed production schedules, vendor coordination, and departmental budgets. Built and maintained an internal photo library through event photography.
Freelance Designer (Selected Client: CAPA / McCoy Center) at CAPA / McCoy Center
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015
Designed show brochures, digital ads, window graphics, direct mail, and web assets.
Freelance Designer (Selected Client: Relay Gear / Mid-Eastern Advertising) at Relay Gear / Mid-Eastern Advertising
December 31, 2004 - December 31, 2011
Designed promotional product graphics, direct mail pieces, and new product concepts.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Advertising Design & Illustration at Columbus College of Art and Design
January 11, 2030 - April 14, 2026

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Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Non-Profit Organization

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