TIMOTHY RYAN \ DESIGN DIRECTOR
Design Direction - Creative Direction - Branding - Brand Experience - Information Design - Design & Color Trends - Typography
My interest in design started back in the late 1970s when I was captivated with the art of classic album covers of bands like Boston, Journey, and Yes. It grew from there with my obsession to replicate all the great music industry logos.
My parents, along with a couple of very influential art teachers, always supported my interest in art and design. So, I pursued a BFA in Advertising at the Columbus College of Art & Design and never looked back.
I have worked at small agencies and really big ones, all in Columbus, Ohio. I've worked on small local brands and multi-million dollar accounts with equal enthusiasm and commitment.
Advertising and Design have been a major part of my life for almost 30 years and I wouldn't have it any other way. I am a confident, motivated individual that is always hungry to learn and I don't let hubris be a part of my professional or daily life.
I am passionate about everything I do. There is no other way for me.
EXPERIENCE
2004-2019
GSW Worldwide
Westerville, Ohio
Senior Brand Designer -
Associate Design Director
2002-2004
Young Isaac, Inc.
Columbus, Ohio
Senior Art Director
2001-2002
Ten United
Columbus, Ohio
Senior Art Director
1993-2001
Mars Communications
Zero Base Advertising
Dublin, Ohio
Art Director
1991-1993
Gunder & Associates
Dublin, Ohio
Graphic Designer -
Art Director
1990-1991
HMS Partners
Columbus, Ohio
Creative Internship
CLIENTELE
Adena Health System, Aquent, Battelle Institute, Bravo Restaurants, Charles Penzone Salons, Cognos Incorporated (IBM), Columbus Blue Jackets, Cranel Inc., Fisher College of Business, Hollister Incorporated, McGraw-Hill Education, Eli Lilly and Company, OCLC, Ohio Department of Health, OhioHealth, Rahal Racing, Ross laboratories, The Scotts Company, Time Warner Cable (Spectrum), TerSera Therapeutics, Tosoh Corporation, UPS, White Castle Restaurant Company
EDUCATION
1986-1991
Columbus College of Art & Design
Columbus, Ohio
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Major in Advertising - Minor in Illustration
Magna Cum Laude
CONTACT
614-578-0808