Michael Stonis
Long Beach | United States
Skills
No information
Interests
Music
Videography
Skateboarding
Photography
Art
Multi-media art
In my own words
— MichaelExperienced multi-disciplinary art director, designer, and photographer with a passion for creating impactful brand experiences.
Specialized in design, branding, marketing, creative direction, and photography. A dedicated creator of original art, consistently delivering excellence within set timelines.
Trajectory
Apr 2023 — Jul 2023
Senior Graphic Designer · Fox Racing
As Senior Graphic Designer at Fox Racing, I excelled in creating event assets for large bike races, impactful design decks, and highly engaging social media and website assets, making significant contributions to Fox Racing’s successful rebrand.
Nov 2020 — Apr 2023
Senior Graphic Designer · Vissla
As Vissla’s Senior Graphic Designer, I spearheaded brand development, moodboard creation, led design and visual direction for social media and print campaigns. My photography skills were utilized to produce seasonal campaign imagery and studio shots for e-commerce and social media. I played a pivotal role in enhancing the brand’s visual identity and driving engagement across platforms.
May 2011 — Oct 2020
Art Director / Photographer / Graphic Designer · XS Scuba
As the lead Art Director, my responsibilities encompassed a wide range of tasks, including product development and design, packaging, website design and management, social media management, print catalogs, trade show booths, product and lifestyle photography, retouching, promotional videos, logos,
and store signage and displays.
Mar 2008 — Apr 2010
Art Director / Photographer · Choura Venue Services
In my role, I managed the art direction for 6 brands and also served on the Board of Directors. I was responsible for developing print and web ads, creating websites, designing catalogs, trade show booths, clothing, logos, and overseeing signage and displays.
Aug 2004 — Mar 2008
Lead Graphic Designer / Web Designer / Photographer · VSI Products
As the creative lead, I directed and executed all art design for our thriving BMX/Mountain Bike companies. This encompassed conceptualizing, designing, print ads, brochures, collateral, trade show booths, websites, package design, product photography, action photography, and identity creations for 7 distinct brands.
Jul 2003 — Aug 2004
Graphic Designer · 3G Marketing Group
Improved client satisfaction levels and increased clients’ profits through creative design of ad layouts, web layouts, direct marketing campaigns, identity creation, logos, postcards, business cards, and Flash animation
Dec 2002 — Oct 2004
Creative Director / Co-Owner · OPTION Magazine
As Creative Director, I led art design for the successful
U.S. bodyboarding magazine and played a pivotal role in growing the video production department to ensure its success.
