Keith Pinkston II
Lanham
Summary
Passionate creator with expertise in design, mentoring, and artistic direction, driven to craft impactful visuals and guide innovative projects. Skilled in collaboration, strategic thinking, and delivering exceptional creative solutions. Artistic designer with experience in the field. Highly adept in color theory and managing complex projects. Offers outstanding time management, organizational, and communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Designer
Warschawski
Baltimore
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Led high-impact projects in web development, branding & identity, and video production, integrating creative vision with strategic planning to deliver tailored client solutions
- Managed projects under tight deadlines and elevating brand narratives
- Mentored junior designers and assisted with onboarding team members
- Collaborated with the executive team to deliver high-level design solutions
- Developed vendor relationships, reducing costs for the company and clients by 12-20% on average
- Worked with notable clients, including Pella Windows & Doors, CFG Bank, and OLD BAY Seasoning
Product Designer
Hunt A Killer
Baltimore
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Art directed and collaborated with showrunners and designers to create immersive in-game content for mystery games, blending storytelling with visual design to enhance player engagement
- Worked with the art director and writers to tailor branding and design deliverables to match each game's theme and tone
- Assisted designers on various projects while effectively managing workload and deadlines
- Streamlined production workflows by 15% annually while maintaining high-quality standards
- Designed games sold at major retailers, including Target and Amazon
Graphic Designer
The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers
Washington
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Promoted from Junior Designer to Graphic Designer, demonstrating growth and expertise
- Developed impactful digital and print collateral while providing strategic brand guidance and maintaining high brand standards
- Partnered with the Art Director to create compelling marketing campaigns
- Designed for large-scale annual upscale conferences, including wayfinding, digital signage, brand development, and event designs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Active Listening
- Adaptability
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Art Direction
- Attention to Detail
- CMS Programs
- Concept to Completion
- Creative Problem Solving
- Digital Illustration
- Facilitation
- Figma
- Google Suite
- Graphic Design
- ID & Branding
- Large Format Print
- Leadership
- Marketing Design
- Microsoft 365
- PC & Mac OS
- Photo/Video Production
- Print Production
- Procreate
- Production Design
- Prototyping
- Typography
- UX/UI Design
- Team mentorship
- Workflow optimization
- Market research
- Presentation skills
- Deadline management
- Print design
- Wireframing
- Packaging design
- Color theory
- Motion graphics
- Key relationship development
Affiliations
- AIGA DC & Baltimore - CreateAThon, DC DesignWeek
- InspirePGH (AIGA Partner)
- National Art Honor Society
- SHINE AIGA DC - Mentor
- Student Council - Treasure
Websites
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Leadership
- Dean's & President's List Honors
- Multiple Gallery Showcases - Heroes, PGH360, Jambalaya
- Portfolio Show Employer's Choice Award
Projects
Community & Connection Pocket Tarot, Washington, DC, 02/01/24, Ongoing
Timeline
Senior Designer
Warschawski
11.2021 - 08.2024
Product Designer
Hunt A Killer
07.2019 - 09.2021
Graphic Designer
The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers
07.2016 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
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