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I am a seasoned designer with a proven track record leading a variety of high-profile projects in parallel, from conceptual ideation to final polished pieces—all while upholding brand standards and achieving design excellence. With a unique blend of strategic vision and precision-driven attention, I thrive in cross-functional collaborations with stakeholders, subject matter experts, writers, developers, and agencies to ensure cohesive, brand-aligned outcomes. I excel at guiding teams and managing feedback loops, navigating evolving project scopes and diverse mediums, and meeting tight deadlines to deliver innovative, impactful, and high-quality creative solutions. Most recently, I was part of an elite creative team supporting the IBM Marketing Events and Sports & Entertainment group, responsible for driving IBM’s most prestigious strategic initiatives.…I am a seasoned designer with a proven track record leading a variety of high-profile projects in parallel, from conceptual ideation to final polished pieces—all while upholding brand standards and achieving design excellence. With a unique blend of strategic vision and precision-driven attention, I thrive in cross-functional collaborations with stakeholders, subject matter experts, writers, developers, and agencies to ensure cohesive, brand-aligned outcomes. I excel at guiding teams and managing feedback loops, navigating evolving project scopes and diverse mediums, and meeting tight deadlines to deliver innovative, impactful, and high-quality creative solutions. Most recently, I was part of an elite creative team supporting the IBM Marketing Events and Sports & Entertainment group, responsible for driving IBM’s most prestigious strategic initiatives.

Courtney Bancone

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I am a seasoned designer with a proven track record leading a variety of high-profile projects in parallel, from conceptual ideation to final polished pieces—all while upholding brand standards and achieving design excellence. With a unique blend of strategic vision and precision-driven attention, I thrive in cross-functional collaborations with stakeholders, subject matter experts, writers, developers, and agencies to ensure cohesive, brand-aligned outcomes. I excel at guiding teams and managing feedback loops, navigating evolving project scopes and diverse mediums, and meeting tight deadlines to deliver innovative, impactful, and high-quality creative solutions. Most recently, I was part of an elite creative team supporting the IBM Marketing Events and Sports & Entertainment group, responsible for driving IBM’s most prestigious strategic initiatives.…I am a seasoned designer with a proven track record leading a variety of high-profile projects in parallel, from conceptual ideation to final polished pieces—all while upholding brand standards and achieving design excellence. With a unique blend of strategic vision and precision-driven attention, I thrive in cross-functional collaborations with stakeholders, subject matter experts, writers, developers, and agencies to ensure cohesive, brand-aligned outcomes. I excel at guiding teams and managing feedback loops, navigating evolving project scopes and diverse mediums, and meeting tight deadlines to deliver innovative, impactful, and high-quality creative solutions. Most recently, I was part of an elite creative team supporting the IBM Marketing Events and Sports & Entertainment group, responsible for driving IBM’s most prestigious strategic initiatives.

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I am a seasoned designer with a proven track record leading a variety of high-profile projects in parallel, from conceptual ideation to final polished pieces—all while upholding brand standards and achieving design excellence. With a unique blend of strategic vision and precision-driven attention, I thrive in cross-functional collaborations with stakeholders, subject matter experts, writers, developers, and agencies to ensure cohesive, brand-aligned outcomes. I excel at guiding teams and managing feedback loops, navigating evolving project scopes and diverse mediums, and meeting tight deadlines to deliver innovative, impactful, and high-quality creative solutions. Most recently, I was part of an elite creative team supporting the IBM Marketing Events and Sports & Entertainment group, responsible for driving IBM’s most prestigious strategic initiatives.

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Senior Designer (contractor through APC), Events at IBM

March 1, 2022 - December 31, 2024

Led design and brand support for IBM’s two largest marketing events attracting 5,000+ attendees, including wayfinding, attendee badges, merchandise, and digital signage. Created templates, reviewed agency work, collaborated with animators, and designed bespoke brand moments. Developed advertisements and event posters for major events such as the Grammys, US Open, and Masters. Created storyboards and sourced visuals for multiple motion graphic LED displays at Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo, collaborating with animators and reviewing work used at major internal and external events.

Designer (contractor through APC), Marketing Collateral Designer at IBM

August 1, 2015 - March 1, 2022

Produced high-quality print and digital collateral including white papers, flyers, postcards, eBooks, infographics, banners, social media, animated gifs, and illustrations, ensuring adherence to IBM brand guidelines.

Graphic Designer at PLS Logistic Services

November 1, 2014 - August 1, 2015

Collaborated with marketing department to design print and web materials such as white papers, eBooks, newsletters, infographics, brochures, blogs, and social media graphics.

Graphic Designer, Change Management Specialist at Dito

March 1, 2012 - November 1, 2014

Developed solutions to assist businesses in transitioning to Google Apps, delivered training sessions and webinars, designed training materials, communications, marketing plans, logos, web banners, and graphics. Managed email campaigns, social media, website updates, and contributed to the blog.

Graphic Artist at Gannett Imaging and Design

August 1, 2011 - March 1, 2012

Created new advertisements for newsprint and magazines following customer requests, produced press-ready files in various formats, met productivity goals with no errors, and applied advertising, font, and color theory requirements.

Photo Assistant at Jim Ellis Photography

January 1, 2011 - August 1, 2011

Assisted on photo shoots, retouched portraits including seniors and weddings, designed albums and portfolios, managed social media, and supported customers.

Freelance Graphic Designer and Photographer at Courtney Bancone Designs

January 1, 2010 - June 5, 2024

Created visual concepts across various mediums including logos, books, print advertisements, and marketing materials. Photographed and retouched portraits for weddings, seniors, products, sports, and events for diverse clients.