Dave Markes
Art Director & Designer
Denver, CO, USAI’m an Art Director and Designer specializing in marketing and branding. From integrated marketing campaigns to brand identity design, I look to form true partnerships with my clients and to develop a deep understanding of each brand and it’s audience. I value craftsmanship and attention to detail, striving for solutions that will stand the test of time. The result is work that’s relevant, memorable and on target.
Work Experience
Ellen Bruss Design
Art Director (Contractor)
Currently, I'm at EBD creating package design, brand identity, and promotions for Hammonds Candies, as well as several other national clients.
August 2014
- Present
Denver, Colorado, United States
Bailey Lauerman
Art Director (Contractor)
I returned to Bailey Lauerman as a contractor to assist brand development efforts for Cuties, Union Pacific and Beechcraft.
2014
- August 2014
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Swanson Russell
Art Director
Swanson Russell is a healthcare and agriculture marketing and branding agency. I was responsible for brand strategy, concept ideation, leading creative teams in the execution of campaigns and brand identity, and production of photography and video. Clients I worked for include, FMC Corporation, Fremont Health, Mary Greeley Medical Center and Food Bank for the heartland.
2011
- 2014
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
University Of Nebraska Medical Center
Art Director
At UNMC I was brought on to work with the marketing team on their branding initiative. Building a brand from the client side provided me with valuable insight about the business aspect of branding from the client’s perspective. I was responsible for leading the in-house creative team as well as collaborating with outside vendors on various projects.
2010
- 2011
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Bailey Lauerman
Art Director
At Bailey Lauerman I had the opportunity to work with some of America’s most beloved brands. I lead development of integrated marketing campaigns, brand identity programs and communications. Brands I've helped build include, Union Pacific, Con Agra Foods, National Business Aviation Association, and Omaha Community Foundation.
2004
- 2010
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Sacco
Designer
Sacco Marketing Communications was a marketing agency in Omaha, NE. Here I developed a foundation of agency process, layout, and pre-press production skills.
2000
- 2004
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
AIGA Nebraska
Communications Director
As Communications Director, I lead the development of communications strategy and the creation of promotional materials for Nebraska’s local chapter of AIGA. AIGA is the leading professional organization for advancing design as a professional craft, strategic tool and cultural force.
2002
- 2006
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Education
University Of Nebraska At Kearney
BFA in Visual Communication and Design
1996
- 2000
Omaha, Nebraska, United States
Awards
Nebraska ADDYS
Gold
2015
Communication Arts
Exhibit
2014
Nebraska ADDYS
Silver
2014
AIGA Nebraska
Gold, Silver
2013
AIGA Nebraska
Silver
2011
Print Regional Design Annual
2010
Letterhead And Logo Design 12
Merit
2010
AIGA Nebraska
Silver (2)
2010
Communication Arts
Exhibit
2009
9th District ADDY
Silver
2009
Nebraska ADDYS
Gold, Silver (7)
2009
Communication Arts
Jan/Feb Issue
2008
HOW
How International Design Annual
2008
AIGA Nebraska
Gold, Silver (2)
2008
Nebraska ADDYS
Silver (2)
2008
Print Regional Design Annual
2007
AIGA Nebraska
Gold (2), Silver (4)
2007
Nebraska ADDYS
Judge’s Special Citation
2007
Nebraska ADDYS
Silver (2)
2007
AIGA Nebraska
Silver (2)
2006
Nebraska ADDYS
Silver (2)
2006
Skills
Art Direction,
Advertising,
Branding,
Concepting,
Design,