Blake Logan

Provide graphic design services specializing in website design, posters, logos, brochures, invitations, and newsletters.

* Art-directed a team of 6-8 project-based freelancers, including cover and interior designers, throughout the design process. * Managed multiple creative projects simultaneously through all phases of print production from concept and manuscript through delivery of the bound book. Collaborated with internal teams (production, project managers, editors, external & internal vendors) to ensure aesthetic consistency and client/author satisfaction. * Within fast-paced setting spearheaded the development of compelling cover and interior design concepts for up to 15+ books annually. * Engaged in creative and innovative development for publications across multiple disciplines, including math and science. * Conducted photo research for creative assets that aligned with project specifications and complied with usage rights, internal guidelines, and industry standards research includes online exploration (National Geographic, Getty, Shutterstock) combined with visits to live art galleries throughout NYC. * Liaised with external vendors (Lumina, MPS) with attention to detail, to evaluate proofs, maintain product quality, brand guidelines, and best practices. * Frequently re-engaged by editors and industry-leading authors (Kathleen Berger) as designer for future editions.

• Reported directly to VP of Production. Delegated projects and led a team of freelance designers
and illustrators. Established clearly defined goals and aligned team efforts to meet clients’ objectives.
• Designed and coordinated all components of college textbooks.
• Managed accelerated workflows while overseeing aesthetic quality standards in every aspect of production.
• Performed electronic page makeup for sections of complex content.
• Conducted photo research for book covers that ensured alignment with style, brand, and in compliance
with company standards.
• Directed art studios to design and develop extensive art programs.