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Ben Farber

Experienced Graphic Designer

Ben Farber

New York

Hi my name is Ben Farber, currently I am creative free agent, with over ten years experience as a Graphic Designer/Production Artist. I specialize in Brand Identity, Corporate Communications and Marketing. I am seeking opportunities as a Sr. Designer.


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Ben Farber: Visual Thinker

  • Graphic Designer
    New York
    Sep 2008 - Present
    Kase Design

    I seek a collaborative environment, where visual exploration is sought. As a designer I enjoy analyzing a problem and delivering solutions which satisfies the objectives of stakeholders and assist in building on a brands values. As a Graphic Designer, I have the opportunity to persuade an audience to take notice of their world. I enjoy conceptual challenges which stretch the imagination and dynamic interactions which are based in mutual respect. I always strive to create work which delivers positive experiences.

  • Freelance Production Designer
    New York, NY
    Jul 2008 - Sep 2008
    Wolff Olins

    Produced a diverse array of external and internal new business development projects; from case studies, presentation boards, and retouching photography. Clients included: Project Red, Pitney Bowes, Washington Mutual, Carter's.

  • Graphic Design Consultant
    New York, NY
    Aug 2007 - May 2008
    Morgan Stanley

    Developed a conceptual framework for a memorial exhibit design. Other achievements included translating brand standards into diverse internal and public facing marketing communications collateral. Work in collaboration with creative team, which includes Account Managers, Project Managers and Art Directors.

  • Freelance Graphic Designer
    New York, NY
    Jun 2007 - Aug 2007
    The Wall Street Journal

    Designed branded presentation graphics for the marketing and advertising sales division of WSJ. Worked independently and with Art Directors and stakeholders to develop new marketing collateral and print advertisements.

  • Graphic Design Consultant
    New York, NY
    Jan 2007 - May 2007
    Gruzen Samton Architects, LLP

    Interpreted sketches and renderings from architects and developed presentations for RFP's and bids submissions; seen by developers and stakeholders. Supervised graphics department. Worked on an independent schedule, and assisted with new business development. Presentation work included: 
    • Liberty National Luxury Residences – Power Point Presentation
    • Domodedovo Master Plan – bid book and Power Point 
    • NYCTA – RFP for Brighton Beach Line, Power Point 
    • 50 West Street – Presentation graphics

  • Freelance Production Designer
    Seacacus, NJ
    Dec 2005 - Jul 2006
    Panasonic (NA)

    Resolved production design issues, developed marketing materials and implemented branding within an extremely busy internal production and design department. Coordinated project schedule with supervisors.

  • Graphic Designer
    Upper Saddle River, NJ
    Dec 2003 - Dec 2005
    Hunter Douglas Contract

    Integrated marketing and design as lead designer in an internal marketing team, for a division of Hunter Douglas. Interpreted business objectives into cohesive marketing.

    • Developed numerous marketing initiatives that leveraged the core businesses exposure by 15%.
     
    • Redesigned a 100 page marketing and sales binder; resulting in 25% growth in net sales.
     
    • Increased company profile in the Hospitality sector, through re-designed e-mail marketing effort.

    • Integrated marketing campaigns through a new web sites that reinforced the brands strategic values.

  • Contract Art Director
    New York, NY
    Aug 2003 - Nov 2003
    McGraw-Hill/Sweets

    Consulted within the architectural publishing group. Responsibilities included the design and production of more than 36 Sweets architectural catalogs.

  • Graphic Design Consultant
    New York, NY
    Jul 2002 - Mar 2003
    Stanley Kaplan

    Redesigned standardized testing materials for middle school students. Worked independently and in collaboration with Editors, Art Directors, and Project Managers.

Education

  • BFA, in Graphic Design
    Providence, RI
    Sep 1991 - Jun 1995
    Rhode Island School of Design

    Graphic Design course work focused on: Typography, Color Theory, Visual Language, and Design History

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