I am a dynamic Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in multimedia design, motion graphics, and animation for entertainment, media, and e-commerce platforms. I excel in concept development, visual storytelling, branding, and packaging design. I lead collaborative teams and manage end-to-end creative processes from ideation through final production, ensuring alignment with brand vision and client goals. I’m passionate about delivering compelling, innovative designs that elevate brands.

Michael Rimbaud

I am a dynamic Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in multimedia design, motion graphics, and animation for entertainment, media, and e-commerce platforms. I excel in concept development, visual storytelling, branding, and packaging design. I lead collaborative teams and manage end-to-end creative processes from ideation through final production, ensuring alignment with brand vision and client goals. I’m passionate about delivering compelling, innovative designs that elevate brands.

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I am a dynamic Art Director and Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in multimedia design, motion graphics, and animation for entertainment, media, and e-commerce platforms.

I excel in concept development, visual storytelling, branding, and packaging design. I lead collaborative teams and manage end-to-end creative processes from ideation through final production, ensuring alignment with brand vision and client goals. I’m passionate about delivering compelling, innovative designs that elevate brands.

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Language

English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Art Director | Graphics Designer | Animator at Self-Employed
January 1, 2025 - October 9, 2025
Crafted magazine layouts, book design, and promotional materials for Entertainment Weekly, New York Observer, and Seven Stories Press; produced motion graphics, animations, and visual content for entertainment and digital media projects.
Art Director at Merkury Innovations
December 31, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed high-impact e-commerce graphics and videos for Amazon and Walmart; led branding materials and packaging design for tech accessories; produced multimedia presentations for product launches; directed the creative development of packaging, branding, and digital content; led a team of designers to craft immersive online and retail experiences.
Senior Designer | Art Director at Merkury Innovations
January 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed high-impact e-commerce graphics and videos for Amazon and Walmart; created infographics, motion graphics, and multimedia content tailored to consumer electronics, enhancing brand recognition and market appeal. Led branding and packaging design for tech accessories, ensuring a cohesive identity across products. Produced multimedia presentations for product launches and marketing campaigns, and directed the creative development of packaging, branding, and digital content. Led a team of designers in crafting immersive visual experiences for online and retail environments, incorporating cutting-edge motion graphics and animation techniques. Taught Adobe Creative Suite and design theory with a focus on print design, motion graphics, animation, and digital storytelling in a studio-class setting.
Art Director / Senior Graphic Designer at Merkury Innovations
January 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Led design for electronic accessories and smart tech products. Developed high-impact e-commerce graphics and videos for Amazon and Walmart, created infographics and motion graphics for consumer electronics, and directed branding and packaging design across product lines. Produced multimedia presentations for product launches and marketing campaigns, and led end-to-end creative development from concept to production. Managed a design team, coordinating branding across online and retail channels and mentoring teammates in Adobe Creative Suite, print design, and digital storytelling.
Art Director | Senior Graphic Designer at Merkury Innovations
January 1, 2024 - October 9, 2025
Developed high-impact e-commerce graphics and videos; created branding materials and packaging for tech accessories; led a design team delivering immersive visual experiences for online and retail environments; produced multimedia presentations for product launches and campaigns; mentored creatives and taught design concepts within the studio setting.
Senior Designer | Art Director at Merkury Innovations
January 1, 2024 - August 26, 2025
Developed high-impact e-commerce graphics and videos for Amazon and Walmart, focusing on dynamic product presentations and visual narratives to enhance user engagement. Created infographics, motion graphics, and multimedia content tailored to consumer electronics, boosting brand recognition and market appeal. Led the design of branding materials and packaging for tech accessories ensuring cohesive brand identity. Produced multimedia presentations for product launches and marketing campaigns with entertainment-driven visuals.
Senior Packaging Designer at Tzumi Innovations
December 31, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Designed all packaging and presentations for electronic accessories.
Senior Packaging Designer at Tzumi Innovations
January 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Designed all packaging and presentations for electronic pet products, maintaining cohesive branding across product lines and supporting product launches with strong packaging concepts.
Freelance / Entertainment Projects at City in a Swamp Productions | Capitol Comedy
January 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Remote freelance projects for entertainment and media clients; contributed design and animation work for web and digital campaigns.
Senior Packaging Designer at Tzumi Innovations
January 1, 2021 - October 9, 2025
Designed all packaging and presentations for pet products; supported branding and product launches with packaging concepts and visuals.
Art Director | Senior Graphic Designer at Best Case Inc.
January 1, 2021 - September 3, 2025
Directed the creative development of packaging, branding, and digital content for a diverse range of consumer products. Led a team of designers to create immersive visual experiences for online and retail environments, incorporating cutting-edge motion graphics and animation techniques. Instructed students in Adobe Creative Suite and design theory, focusing on print design, motion graphics, animation, and digital storytelling. Designed and directed animated content, logos, and illustrations for video and online platforms.
Senior Designer | Art Director at Merkury Innovations
January 1, 2021 - Present
Developed high-impact e-commerce graphics and videos for Amazon and Walmart, enhancing user engagement through dynamic product presentations and visual narratives. Created infographics, motion graphics, and multimedia tailored to consumer electronics to increase brand recognition and market appeal. Led branding and packaging design for tech accessories, ensuring cohesive brand identity. Produced engaging multimedia presentations for product launches and marketing campaigns focusing on entertainment-driven visuals.
Art Director | Senior Graphic Designer at Best Case Inc. Just Wireless
January 1, 2021 - August 26, 2025
Directed creative development of packaging, branding, and digital content for diverse consumer products. Led a team of designers crafting immersive visual experiences for online and retail environments using advanced motion graphics and animation techniques.
Senior Packaging Designer at Just Wireless
December 31, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Senior Packaging designer, electronic accessories.
Senior Graphic Designer at Best Case Inc.
January 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025
Led branding materials and packaging design for consumer electronics; created visuals for entertainment industry print and digital spaces; contributed to cohesive brand identity across product lines.
Senior Packaging Designer at Just Wireless
January 1, 2019 - September 3, 2025
Designed all packaging and presentations for electronic accessories. Created motion graphics and cartoon animations in collaboration with writers and producers to bring creative concepts to life. Contributed animation and design for entertainment websites to enhance user engagement and content delivery.
Freelance Art Director | Motion Graphics Designer at City in a Swamp Productions | Capitol Comedy
January 1, 2019 - August 26, 2025
Designed and directed animated content, logos, and illustrations for video and online platforms. Created motion graphics and cartoon animations collaborating with writers and producers to bring creative concepts to life, enhancing entertainment websites and user engagement.
Freelance Art Director | Motion Graphics Designer at City in a Swamp Productions | Capitol Comedy
December 31, 2015 - September 3, 2025
Designed magazine layouts, books, and promotional materials for high-profile clients such as Entertainment Weekly, New York Observer, and Seven Stories Press. Created visually captivating layouts and graphics for print and digital media in the entertainment industry. Worked remotely for a company based in Washington DC.
Senior Packaging Designer at Just Wireless
January 1, 2015 - October 9, 2025
Designed all packaging and presentations for electronic accessories; contributed to product storytelling through packaging design and visuals.
Professor of Graphic Design at School of Visual Arts (SVA)
January 1, 2015 - August 26, 2025
Instructed students in Adobe Creative Suite and design theory focusing on print design, motion graphics, animation, and digital storytelling. Mentored students through project-based studio classes functioning as a design team under my direction as Art Director.
Professor of Graphic Design at School of Visual Arts (SVA)
January 1, 2008 - Present
Instructed studio classes functioning as project-based design teams under the direction of the professor as art director. Focused on mentoring students in Adobe Creative Suite, design theory, print design, motion graphics, animation, and digital storytelling for the entertainment industry.
Senior Packaging Designer at Tzumi Innovations
January 1, 2008 - Present
Designed all packaging and presentations for pet products and electronic accessories, ensuring brand cohesion and market impact.

Education

B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin at Madison
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University, NY, NY
January 1, 0000 - December 31, 0000
B.A. at University of Wisconsin at Madison
January 1, 0001 - December 31, 0001
B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin at Madison
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University, NY, NY
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2025
B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin at Madison
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University, NY, NY
January 11, 2030 - September 3, 2025
B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin–Madison
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University, NY, NY
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin at Madison
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin–Madison
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University, NY, NY
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
B.A. in Fine Arts (Painting Major) at University of Wisconsin at Madison
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025
Computer Graphics Studies at The New School University
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Education, Computers & Electronics, Other, Professional Services, Software & Internet