Chris McJannet
Creative Director / Brand Strategist / UX / UI / Full Stack Programmer
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
7784012380
be.net/subvice
With 18+ years experience in digital media, bringing a proven knowledge of creative strategy, vision, communication, and management with an emphasis on technology, entertainment, retail and sports for leading global brands.
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Skills
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- Creative Direction
- Management
- Art Direction
- Visual Design
- UI / UX Design
- Mobile Design
- Video Editing / Direction
- Sound Design / SFX Scoring
- Software Development
- Responsive Design
- External Platforms
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Technology Skills
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Programing: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, Responsive, Java, JSON, Objective C, AS3/AS2, Visual Basic, OOP, ReactJS, PHP, AngularJS
Web: Drupal, Wordpress, Sitecore, AWS, Google Analytics, Adwords
API: Facebook, Youtube, AWS, eC3, Akamai, Cloud Flare, Salesforce
Software: Adobe Creative Suite(Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premier, After Effects, Audition), Cinema4D, Sketch, Omnigraffle, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Keynote, Final Cut, Logic, Acrobat Professional
Systems: macOS, Windows, DOS
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Skills
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- Creative Direction
- Management
- Art Direction
- Visual Design
- UI / UX Design
- Mobile Design
- Video Editing / Direction
- Sound Design / SFX Scoring
- Software Development
- Responsive Design
- External Platforms
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Technology Skills
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Programing: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, Responsive, Java, JSON, Objective C, AS3/AS2, Visual Basic, OOP, ReactJS, PHP, AngularJS
Web: Drupal, Wordpress, Sitecore, AWS, Google Analytics, Adwords
API: Facebook, Youtube, AWS, eC3, Akamai, Cloud Flare, Salesforce
Software: Adobe Creative Suite(Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premier, After Effects, Audition), Cinema4D, Sketch, Omnigraffle, Microsoft Word, Powerpoint, Keynote, Final Cut, Logic, Acrobat Professional
Systems: macOS, Windows, DOS
Work Experience
Subvice
Creative Director & Brand Strategist
Branding, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Design, Motion Graphics
December 2005
- Present
Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada
Strawhouse
Sr. Designer / Sr. Web Developer
Strawhouse is media capital agency, scaling customer acquisition and investing in high-growth consumer companies. Focus of solutions in Facebook Ads, Lead Generation, CRO, Paid Advertising, Technology, Strategy
Key Brands:
ButcherBox, Dry Farm Wines, AOS (Art of Sport), Paleo Valley, Seed Probiotics, Native Path, Thryve, Bubs Naturals, Rockridge Press, KitNip, PrettyLitter, Keyto, Bamboo Underwear
Key Brands:
ButcherBox, Dry Farm Wines, AOS (Art of Sport), Paleo Valley, Seed Probiotics, Native Path, Thryve, Bubs Naturals, Rockridge Press, KitNip, PrettyLitter, Keyto, Bamboo Underwear
April 2018
- Present
British Columbia, Canada
CG Creative
Creative Director & Brand Strategist
Global creative communications agency, enabling Fortune 500 companies to tell their stories.
RESULTS:
- Lead Creative Director producing world class events for the biggest brands in the world.
- Increased Revenues by 400% through a streamlined pitch process leading with exceptional design.
- Building, mentoring, and diversifying creative teams across web, print, branding, motion graphics,video and event design disciplines.
- Collaborating with and providing creative vision for new events including stage design, event branding,
video direction/post production, event signage, large scape prints, and Apparel / Merchandise
- Ideation for technology Integrations (3D Projection Mapping / VR / 3D Video, Sound, Lighting Control, digital integration for mobile devices, tablets, and other supported hardware.
KEY BRANDS:
Microsoft, LinkedIn, HP, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Hubspot, Moneris, FireEye, ACI, Dexcom,
Mercedes-Benz, Pivotal, Dermalogica, ACI Worldwide, Pegasystems, Dalai Lama
KEY PROJECTS:
- Microsoft - Enterprise Partner Group - Event Show Branding / 2013-2016
- HP - GSK 2K15 / 2K16 | Data Security | HPE Brand Rollout 2015 | HPE 2016 Event Show Branding
- LinkedIn Talent Connect - Large Event - Show Branding, Design, Video, Stage Design / 2015
RESULTS:
- Lead Creative Director producing world class events for the biggest brands in the world.
- Increased Revenues by 400% through a streamlined pitch process leading with exceptional design.
- Building, mentoring, and diversifying creative teams across web, print, branding, motion graphics,video and event design disciplines.
- Collaborating with and providing creative vision for new events including stage design, event branding,
video direction/post production, event signage, large scape prints, and Apparel / Merchandise
- Ideation for technology Integrations (3D Projection Mapping / VR / 3D Video, Sound, Lighting Control, digital integration for mobile devices, tablets, and other supported hardware.
KEY BRANDS:
Microsoft, LinkedIn, HP, Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Hubspot, Moneris, FireEye, ACI, Dexcom,
Mercedes-Benz, Pivotal, Dermalogica, ACI Worldwide, Pegasystems, Dalai Lama
KEY PROJECTS:
- Microsoft - Enterprise Partner Group - Event Show Branding / 2013-2016
- HP - GSK 2K15 / 2K16 | Data Security | HPE Brand Rollout 2015 | HPE 2016 Event Show Branding
- LinkedIn Talent Connect - Large Event - Show Branding, Design, Video, Stage Design / 2015
Present
California, United States
Lambesis
Associate Creative Director Digital
Brand communications with greater clarity and power. A full service agency with a focus on luxury brands.
RESULTS:
- Digital department CD responsible for producing advertising campaign’s for world class brands.
- Collaborated on strategic direction for all clients global presence across outdoor, print, web,
mobile, digital, television, and social media platforms.
- Key member of new business development team leading creative vision for new business pitches.
KEY BRANDS:
SKYY Vodka, DASANI Water, Tacori, Campari, Cunnard Cruise Lines, Charming Charlie, Coca-Cola.
KEY PROJECTS:
- Dasani Water - Dasani Drops Product Launch / Ad Campaign - 2012-2013
- SKYY Vodka - SKYY Moscato Launch / 2012-2013
- Tacori - Par Chance - Short Love Film Produced with Steve Antin - 2012-2013
- Gold Peak Tea - Global Activation for product / Ad Campaign - 2012-2013
RESULTS:
- Digital department CD responsible for producing advertising campaign’s for world class brands.
- Collaborated on strategic direction for all clients global presence across outdoor, print, web,
mobile, digital, television, and social media platforms.
- Key member of new business development team leading creative vision for new business pitches.
KEY BRANDS:
SKYY Vodka, DASANI Water, Tacori, Campari, Cunnard Cruise Lines, Charming Charlie, Coca-Cola.
KEY PROJECTS:
- Dasani Water - Dasani Drops Product Launch / Ad Campaign - 2012-2013
- SKYY Vodka - SKYY Moscato Launch / 2012-2013
- Tacori - Par Chance - Short Love Film Produced with Steve Antin - 2012-2013
- Gold Peak Tea - Global Activation for product / Ad Campaign - 2012-2013
California, United States
Mirum Agency
Associate Creative Director Digital
Creative direction and strategy for globally recognized, interactive firm. Ground up development and management of creative department process and strategy, including continued career development planning.
RESULTS:
- Lead Creative Director for Under Armour Digital campaigns for Football and the release of UA Footwear.
- Key member of new business development team leading creative vision for new business pitches with accounts such as Qualcomm, NFL, Under Armour, NPR.
- Mentoring teams across both design and development departments.
- Collaborating with and providing creative vision for new projects in digital with a focus on innovation.
KEY BRANDS:
Sports: NFL, Under Armour, Adidas, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Nascar, MLS, ESPN
Taylormade Golf, Maxfli,Seattle Sounders, US Soccer, ATP World Tour
Consumer: NPR, Invisible Children, Comcast, Warner Brothers, Petco, KCRW, La Jolla Playhouse,
Taylor Guitars, Vizio, LG, Syfy, Ford, Gateway, Energizer, IFYC, Subway, CTA, Youtube
Technology: Qualcomm, Microsoft, DTS, Prima Cinema, Invitrogen, SAIC
KEY PROJECTS:
- Under Armour - UA Footwear launch with Cam Newton and Tom Brady / 2012
- NFL - Awareness campaign aimed to educate the UK audience about American Football / 2007-2012
- Subway - Subway Dunk Fresh Digital Campaign with Blake Griffen / 2012
- Invisible Children - Digital technology platforms for various brand campaigns included
Schools For Schools, The Rescue, Displace Me, “Capture” Kony Initiative / 2006-2011
RESULTS:
- Lead Creative Director for Under Armour Digital campaigns for Football and the release of UA Footwear.
- Key member of new business development team leading creative vision for new business pitches with accounts such as Qualcomm, NFL, Under Armour, NPR.
- Mentoring teams across both design and development departments.
- Collaborating with and providing creative vision for new projects in digital with a focus on innovation.
KEY BRANDS:
Sports: NFL, Under Armour, Adidas, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Nascar, MLS, ESPN
Taylormade Golf, Maxfli,Seattle Sounders, US Soccer, ATP World Tour
Consumer: NPR, Invisible Children, Comcast, Warner Brothers, Petco, KCRW, La Jolla Playhouse,
Taylor Guitars, Vizio, LG, Syfy, Ford, Gateway, Energizer, IFYC, Subway, CTA, Youtube
Technology: Qualcomm, Microsoft, DTS, Prima Cinema, Invitrogen, SAIC
KEY PROJECTS:
- Under Armour - UA Footwear launch with Cam Newton and Tom Brady / 2012
- NFL - Awareness campaign aimed to educate the UK audience about American Football / 2007-2012
- Subway - Subway Dunk Fresh Digital Campaign with Blake Griffen / 2012
- Invisible Children - Digital technology platforms for various brand campaigns included
Schools For Schools, The Rescue, Displace Me, “Capture” Kony Initiative / 2006-2011
June 2006
- June 2012
San Diego, California, United States
Geary Interactive
Sr. Multimedia Developer / Designer
Creative lead in research, vision, and design for implementation. Branding and identity design,
web design and user experience, flash animation, illustration, and video for brands nationwide.
RESULTS:
- Digital department CD responsible for producing advertising campaign’s for world class brands.
- Collaborated on strategic direction for all clients global presence across web, mobile, digital,
and social media platforms.
KEY BRANDS:
Taylormade Golf, Addidas, Fox, Marriott, Viewsonic, SDSU, Mattel, Warner Brothers, Sahara Casino,
Trump International, Vizio, LG, The Art Institutes
KEY PROJECTS:
- FOX “24” - Official Sweepstakes - Brand awareness for the upcoming season of popular show 24
Ad Campaign - 2012-2013
- SDSU - San Diego State University Timeline Web Awards “Best University Website” 2006
web design and user experience, flash animation, illustration, and video for brands nationwide.
RESULTS:
- Digital department CD responsible for producing advertising campaign’s for world class brands.
- Collaborated on strategic direction for all clients global presence across web, mobile, digital,
and social media platforms.
KEY BRANDS:
Taylormade Golf, Addidas, Fox, Marriott, Viewsonic, SDSU, Mattel, Warner Brothers, Sahara Casino,
Trump International, Vizio, LG, The Art Institutes
KEY PROJECTS:
- FOX “24” - Official Sweepstakes - Brand awareness for the upcoming season of popular show 24
Ad Campaign - 2012-2013
- SDSU - San Diego State University Timeline Web Awards “Best University Website” 2006
August 2004
- September 2005
California, United States
X.O
Creative Consultant / Designer
2012 - Certified Gold Album - The Revolution - Belly ---- X.O Records
2011 - Certified Gold Album - Massari - Massari ---- X.O Records
2011 - Certified Gold Single EP - Danny Fernandes ---- X.O Records
Creative Direction for all branding and design.
Artists include:
Belly ( Roc Nation artist )
Massari
Danny Fernandes
2011 - Certified Gold Album - Massari - Massari ---- X.O Records
2011 - Certified Gold Single EP - Danny Fernandes ---- X.O Records
Creative Direction for all branding and design.
Artists include:
Belly ( Roc Nation artist )
Massari
Danny Fernandes
January 2006
- March 2014
Ontario, Canada
Education
Languages
En (Native),
Awards
Canadian Music Awards
Certified Gold Album / The Revolution - Belly ---- X.O Records
2012
Canadian Music Awards
2011 - Certified Gold Album - Massari - Massari ---- X.O Records
2011
Adobe Customer Showcase Comcast Dark Knight
2008
Webby Awards
Best Site Trump Las Vegas
2006
American Advertising Federation (AAF) - ADDY Awards
24 Sweepstakes - Gold Award
2007
Skills
3d,
Art Direction,
Branding,
Creative Direction,
Design,
Logos,
Motion Graphics ,
Photography,
Responsive Design,
UI Design ,
UX Design,
Video Editing,
Video Production,
Visual Design,
Web Development,