Patrick Farris
Founder/Creative Director · Euforeia Golf Company
Pittsburgh, PA
In My Own Words
I am a graphic designer with 17 years of experience. Over those past nine years, I have held many titles: Designer, Creator, Owner, Director, and Founder. All of which have taught me about many different aspects of art, business, and the world in general. In that time, I have produced work for industry giants, owned several companies, founded a few brands, filmed professional athletes, traveled the country, and even created new products. Through these experiences, I became well-versed in branding, advertising, social media marketing, illustration, screen printing, packaging, and videography/editing. My goal is to create powerful and moving art that strengthen brands and inspires youth creativity.
Work Experience
Founder/Creative Director
Euforeia Golf Company2017 – Present
Euforeia /yo?o'fôre?/ Euforeia was formed as a paradise for freethinkers, outsiders, and good-time subscribers. This convergence of minds created a culture rooted in self-expression, adventure, and the endless journey that is golf. It is this culture and passion that is the soul of who we are, fueling the ingenuity and creativity that goes into every detail of what we make. Our mission is to usher in a new era of golf by obliterating boundaries in order to pave a way for youth culture to rise and expand the game.
Creative Director
VEXEA MX2016 – 2018
At VEXEA my responsibilities include design, marketing, film, advertising, web, and social media.
Founder/Creative Director
The Viewing2014 – 2015
Tired of the ever increasing lack of fun in motorcross, Darryn Durham and myself decided to create a media company that focused on getting back to the roots of the sport, promoting personality, and breaking down the walls of corporate motocross. I am the Creative Director and responsible for over 90% of our content. Responsibilities include graphic design, branding, social media, videography/editing, and day to day operations.
Graphic Designer/ Provocateur
Black Sheep Movement2012 – 2014
-Shirt Design -Brand Manager -Video Editing Last summer, I was contacted by Mike Sante in Pittsburgh to consult for a clothing company he wanted to start. After a few months of collaborating with Mike, and working on everything from, t-shirt design, branding, and marketing, he decided to make me a partner in what is now known as BlackSheep Movement. Although the company is still in its infancy, it has been one of the most enjoyable projects I have worked on thus far.
Responsibilities: -Graphic Design -Brand Manager -Advertising -Marketing -Athlete Manager -Shirt Design
Creative Director
BrassMonkey Creative Group2012 – 2013
In 2012 I helped start Brass Monkey Creative Group. As Creative Director I worked hand-in-hand with companies in designing and establishing a sound and profitable branding and marketing campaign. This included areas such as advertising, print design, branding, packaging, and social media content creation.
Graphic Designer/ Production Manager
Impact Vinyl Graphics2011 – 2013
I came on board in July 2011 to help the then struggling company. I refocused, restructured, and rebranded the company in order to change their image and gain a foothold in the wrap industry. Previously, they had only done 2-3 vehicle wraps a year. In 2012, as a direct result of my management and graphic design, we wrapped over 40 vehicles.
-Graphic Design -Production -Inventory Management -Customer Service -Workflow -Invoicing
Owner
Local Industries2009 – 2012
At the age of 19, I started Local Industries. Motivated by the lack of design in the motocross graphics industry, I set out to provide an alternative to the cookie-cutter graphics that were available at the time. Soon after, I discovered my niche’ in the younger crowd in motocross. I then started to make custom helmet wraps for my riders for exposure. What started as a simple marketing idea soon turned into a craze. I, in turn, created a demand and opened up a new market. People took notice and soon after one of my helmets was said to be “Sickest Helmet in Supercross” by VurbMoto.
Intern/Graphic Designer
Prentice Products2009 – 2009
In high school, I started an internship with Prentice. I found a trade where my love for art could be beneficial and profitable. After the internship, I was hired on full time as a graphic designer. I worked with the following clients: Aunt Mille’s, Staples, Animal Bikes, and Sunoco.
-Graphic Design -Digital Printing -Screen Printing -Die Cutting
