Michael Chapman
Graphic Designer · Independent Trading Co.
Oceanside, CA
In My Own Words
An innovative and versatile designer with extensive experience in graphic design, web design, product development, and marketing. Known for a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively, I thrive in fast-paced environments where creativity and efficiency are paramount. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality designs under tight deadlines, I excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously, driving impactful visual solutions aligned with strategic goals.
Work Experience
Marketing Manager
Independent Trading Co.2017 – Present
Responsible for developing, implementing and executing strategic marketing plans. Creating original artwork for web, print, and specialty projects. Managing all design projects from concept to delivery. Keeping retail and wholesale websites up-to-date. Creating detailed apparel tech packs. Designing printed materials such as catalogs, shipping boxes, trade show booth, etc.
Senior Designer
Riviera Paddlesurf2013 – 2017
Designer of print/web media and developer of SUP specific products.
Interactive Media Graphic Designer
Dye Precision, Inc.2013 – 2013
• Make simple updates utilizing HTML & CSS to websites through FTP and a basic text editor. • Responsible for meeting strict project deadliness in a fast-paced environment for various web, print, product, interactive, and marketing collateral. • Created proficient electronic vendor-ready file packs in all Adobe Creative Suite 5 platforms, including Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. • Effectively expressed layout concepts through development with Sales and Product Development teams. • Used expert knowledge of printing and interactive trends to deliver top quality vendor-ready layout for product packaging, catalogs, flyers, corporate material, web graphics, and in store POP displays. • Created graphic style guides for logos, repeat patterns, and typography. • Maintained structured cataloging of various file creation and organization of various assets consistent with projects. • Actively participated in understanding current market trends in action sports industry.
Senior Graphic Designer
Rayzist Photomask, Inc2010 – 2013
Web Design, Print Design, Quality Control, Photography, Image Manipulation...
Education
Projects
3D / Metaverse
Website Design
https://www.independenttradingco.com/Retail website design for Independent Trading Co.
Packaging
An example of custom box art for Independent Trading Co.
Sales & Marketing
Digital & Print assets.
Branding/Logo Design
Engraved Wood Art
Personal art projects of detailed wood engravings.
Product Development
Annual paddle board product development.
Illustration
Illustration made for apparel usage.
Vinyl Vehicle Wrap
Custom Vehicle Wrap for Radical race car.
Seamless Pattern
100% seamless realistic tree pattern.
Visual Coding
Computer generative art created using p5.js.
