Matthew Guerra
Graphic Designer | Ardmore Roderick
Chicago, IL, USA
309.648.2833
be.net/mattguerra
Work Experience
Ardmore Roderick
Graphic Designer
As the Graphic Designer at Ardmore Roderick, I am the driving force behind our brand’s visual identity. I have a knack for translating complex ideas and weaving them into visually compelling narratives that breathe life into our marketing endeavors, ultimately leading to continued partnerships with new and existing clients in the AEC space. Ensuring every piece of content we create, whether in print or digital, adheres seamlessly with our brand messaging and vision.
May 2023
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Chicago, Illinois, United States
Apple Leisure Group
Digital Designer
As an accomplished digital designer, I fueled my passion for crafting design solutions to transcend boundaries in the B2B and B2C landscapes. My skillsets allowed me to be more versatile when designing vibrant brand identities, digital advertisements, landing pages, email campaigns, and memorable collateral for events. All of this, with one singular mission: to elevate our organization's standing as the ultimate destination for vacation travel at the World of Hyatt's Inclusive Collection.
August 2022
- April 2023
Illinois, United States
Brightfield Group
Graphic Designer
Collaborating across diverse teams at Brightfield Group, I assisted in orchestrating the development of design solutions that were both captivating and informative. These compelling creations served as a driving force for our marketing and sales strategies, forging connections with industry leaders who were interested in our approach of deciphering consumer and market data in the CBD, Cannabis, and Wellness space.
December 2020
- July 2022
Illinois, United States
Imagination.
Senior Graphic Designer
Thriving cross-functionally with my department, I wielded my creative process to transform intricate layers of data into captivating visual narratives that traversed various platforms, seamlessly bridging the gap between the tangible print and the ever-evolving digital landscape. Not only meet but exceed our client's expectations by weaving the threads of their branding, marketing, and strategic business objectives into every pixel and pixel-perfect print.
September 2019
- July 2020
Illinois, United States
Leidos, Inc.
Senior Graphic & Web Designer
As one of the driving forces behind Ameren Illinois’ energy efficiency program’s creative endeavors, I harnessed my skillset in both print and digital design to craft and execute award-winning marketing initiatives. With my leadership, not only did I assist in elevating our brand’s recognition to new heights, but also orchestrated crucial communication strategies directed toward our business and residential customers in our service territory.
October 2014
- September 2019
Illinois, United States
Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees & Smoothies
Freelance Graphic Designer
Working closely with the president, I crafted visually stunning branded content and event collateral that would energize consumers of this Hawaiian sensation and gain great recognition in the Peoria Area.
May 2013
- May 2015
Illinois, United States
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Graphic Design Intern
I helped support the marketing department at OSF Healthcare by aiding the two senior graphic designers. Responsibilities included proofreading, revising content, and applying my illustration skills to create new artwork for various departments upon request.
May 2012
- May 2013
Illinois, United States
Education
Languages
English (Native),
Awards
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Silver
2018
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Silver
2020
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Gold
2020
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
Gold
2020
Skills
CSS,
Dreamweaver,
HTML,
Illustrator,
Indesign,
Letter Press,
Photoshop,
Solid Works,