Brendan Cosgrove
Freelance Art Director
Los Angeles | United States
Skills
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Interests
Fashion
Graphic design
Music
Art
Sports
Art history
In my own words
— BrendanSouthern California native graphic designer with over 8 years experience in print based design.
I travel the world studying global design and youth culture, in search of creative inspiration. I am equally at home with visual organization, illustration, brand identity, packaging, product photography and art direction. My greatest strength is versatility and I specialize in helping companies and clients find a visual voice that is unique to them.
Trajectory
Apr 2016 — Now
Freelance Art Director · Suretone Entertainment
Designing artwork and packaging for vinyl, CD and web releases of the latest by ZZ Top, Ded, Collective Soul and Better Than Ezra.
Apr 2016 — Jan 2018
Senior Graphic Designer · Performance Designed Products
Created packaging and advertising for the video game industry leader in third party accessories. Founded social media department and revamped brand presence by implementing a unified vision and thematic continuity across all platforms. Projects included controller packaging, in-store advertising, sales materials, and collateral for print and web. Licensors included Microsoft XBox, Sony, Nintendo, Electronic Arts, Harmonix Music, GameStop and more.
Jan 2011 — Apr 2016
Graphic Designer · The Outdoor Recreation Group
Responsible for package design, product photography, and photo retouching for leading backpack and camping supply company. Created branding concepts for a variety of nationally-recognized outdoor brands, including Columbia Sportswear, Outdoor Products, and Bass Pro Shops.
Jun 2009 — Jan 2011
Graphic Designer · Affinity Group, Inc.
Produced ads for print and web directories. Created maps and informational brochures for parks.
Feb 2009 — Nov 2010
Freelance Graphic Designer · Razorcake Magazine/Gorsky Press
Created print ads, web ads, magazine and book layouts for boutique publishing company.
Mar 2008 — Sep 2008
Graphic Designer · FUHU Inc.
Projects include avatar illustration, icon and spot illustration, web production and design
Activity
Education history
California State University-Fullerton
Master of Arts | 2003 - 2007
University of San Francisco
Bachelor of Fine Arts | 1997 - 2001
