Steven J. Rankin II
Custom Pinatas
Chicago, IL, USA
858.349.5006
www.custompinyatas.com
Super brief bio
As an accomplished art director, senior content strategist, and creative leader with over 15 years of experience, I bring a unique combination of design, production, and strategic expertise to my work. My career began with a focus on design, where I honed my skills across multiple channels and industries, producing omnichannel content that captivates audiences. Over the years, I have successfully transitioned into art direction, creative production management, and content strategy, consistently delivering exceptional content that aligns with business goals, drives customer engagement, and achieves measurable results.
My diverse skill set enables me to craft compelling narratives, manage complex projects efficiently, collaborate effectively with stakeholders, and align content initiatives with overall business strategies. Throughout my career, I have consistently received accolades for my ability to create engaging content that resonates with audiences and delivers measurable results.
As an accomplished art director, senior content strategist, and creative leader with over 15 years of experience, I bring a unique combination of design, production, and strategic expertise to my work. My career began with a focus on design, where I honed my skills across multiple channels and industries, producing omnichannel content that captivates audiences. Over the years, I have successfully transitioned into art direction, creative production management, and content strategy, consistently delivering exceptional content that aligns with business goals, drives customer engagement, and achieves measurable results.
My diverse skill set enables me to craft compelling narratives, manage complex projects efficiently, collaborate effectively with stakeholders, and align content initiatives with overall business strategies. Throughout my career, I have consistently received accolades for my ability to create engaging content that resonates with audiences and delivers measurable results.
Work Experience
Wargaming America
Graphic Designer | Contract
Originally hired a Powerpoint/Infographic Specialist, I have created many print design pieces used at trade shows, corporate meetings, and industry gatherings.
December 2012
- Present
Emeryville, California, United States
Port Of San Diego
Graphic Designer
PORT OF SAN DIEGO manages environmental well-being and business development along the San Diego Bay. This includes water and land-stake holdings. The goal of the Port’s Marketing Department is to implement public relation messaging, while managing internal design needs. I worked for a small department, under the direction of a project manager. Collaborating with the Port’s PR/Design firm, I maintained establishing branding guidelines while creating new designs complimented them.
DUTIES INCLUDED:
Ad Production & Trafficking | Maintained Corporate Branding Standards | Project Management | Marketing Strategy | Promotions Material Production | Page Layout | Long Form Document Design | Motion Graphics & Video Production | Maintained External and Interior Business Relationships
DUTIES INCLUDED:
Ad Production & Trafficking | Maintained Corporate Branding Standards | Project Management | Marketing Strategy | Promotions Material Production | Page Layout | Long Form Document Design | Motion Graphics & Video Production | Maintained External and Interior Business Relationships
January 2010
- May 2012
San Diego, California, United States
Aztec Shops, Ltd.
Graphic Assistant / Graphic Designer
A Z T E C S H O P S operates the retail functions of
SDSU through SDSU Bookstore, SDSU Dining Services
and Montezuma Publishing. I worked for their Graphics
Department providing marketing, promotional and
interior design services. Projects were generated by two
marketing directors, outside of the department, and
overseen by two Senior Designers. I reported directly to
the designers, as one of two junior designers within a
nine-person department.
DUTIES INCLUDED:
Email Marketing | Website Design and Development | Social Media
Coordination | Branding Development | Project Management |
Maintain Corporate Branding Standards | Photography; Food and
Product | Interior Design; Retail Design | Promotional Marketing
Planning | Motion Graphics & Video Production | Ad Production |
Maintained External and Interior Business Relationships | Illustration
SDSU through SDSU Bookstore, SDSU Dining Services
and Montezuma Publishing. I worked for their Graphics
Department providing marketing, promotional and
interior design services. Projects were generated by two
marketing directors, outside of the department, and
overseen by two Senior Designers. I reported directly to
the designers, as one of two junior designers within a
nine-person department.
DUTIES INCLUDED:
Email Marketing | Website Design and Development | Social Media
Coordination | Branding Development | Project Management |
Maintain Corporate Branding Standards | Photography; Food and
Product | Interior Design; Retail Design | Promotional Marketing
Planning | Motion Graphics & Video Production | Ad Production |
Maintained External and Interior Business Relationships | Illustration
January 2006
- January 2010
San Diego, California, United States