Gerard Bello
Art Director · Notionist
Westminster, CA
In My Own Words
Gerard works as an art director, freelance designer, photographer and illustrator. He believes that projects take form in the office but that the creative process happens when one is invested in life and exploration. This belief has taken him to many unusual places and circumstances, enriching the diversity and depth of his work.
Work Experience
Art Director
Notionist2011 – Present
• Effectively managed and coordinated digital, print, illustration, and photography projects from sketch to finished product • Collaboratively brainstormed with clients to clarify vision and to keep them involved in the creative process to help ensure desired results • Worked closely with CEO and team to develop estimates needed to complete projects in an efficient manner • Trained, mentored and managed designers, developers, copywriters, videographers and photographers • Coordinated and performed photoshoots.
Senior Designer
Zumablue2005 – 2011
• Worked closely with Art Director to conceptualize and develop advertising campaigns for various clients • Generated assets for all web and print design projects • Created overall look and feel of projects to be handed down to junior and production designers for further development • Project managed smaller projects and had direct communication with clients for specific projects.
Junior Graphic Designer
Design Factory @ Cal State Northridge2002 – 2004
• Created various print collateral for university clubs and events. • Conceptualized and developed advertising campaigns for various organizations within the campus.
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