Danny Reighard, Motion Designer, Video Editor, and Graphic Designer in Alexandria, VA

About

Accomplished, creative motion designer, video editor, and graphic designer. Skilled in all aspects of motion graphics, video editing, and graphic design development from concept to completion. Consistent record of successfully interpreting client business needs to create design solutions with high visual impact. Strong knowledge of design principles, creative sensibility, animation timing, and technical aptitude. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and incorporate creative feedback. Adept at managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Excellent problem solving and communication skills. Highly proficient in Mac OS and Windows platforms, new media technologies, and design programs.

Technical Skills

• Acrobat • Premiere Pro • After Effects • Element 3D • Illustrator • Photoshop • InDesign • PowerPoint • Word

Additional Core Competencies Include:

• 2D & 3D Animation • Digital Design • Rotoscoping • Color Theory • Digital Printing • Scale

• Compositing • Visual Balance

Contact Information:

Email: dannyreighard@gmail.com

Website: www.danreighard.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/pub/danny-reighard-jr/23/631/541

Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/user3260316

Education

Bachelor's Visual Effects and Motion Graphics

The Art Institute of Philadelphia

2008 - 2011

Best Portfolio Award in Visual Effects and Motion Graphics, 2011
Associate Degree Graphic Design

Pittsburgh Technical Institute

1997 - 1999

Experience

Sr. Motion Designer/Video Editor/Graphic Designer

300Brand

Alexandria, VA

Feb 2016 - Present (8 years 9 months)

Creating motion graphics, video, and graphic design solutions for technology, government, and healthcare providers.
Design and create various graphic content to be used in print-materials and video. Create design solutions such as
marketing material, visual designs, infographics, power point presentations, event signage, printed collateral, branding
videos, and animation videos, all while being organized, multi-tasking, self-managing and meeting critical deadlines.

• Major accounts include: Akamai, Amazon Web Services, Belkin, Brocade, CDW, MeriTalk, Palo Alto Networks, Pure Storage Research, Symantec, Unicom
Sr. Motion Designer/Video Editor

MultiMedia Communications

Rockville, MD

Sep 2013 - Feb 2016 (2 years 5 months)

Creatively execute and administer all phases of motion design and non-linear editing video projects oriented around science and technology, from ideas and storyboards to final delivery. Animated unique 2D graphics and edited video for 30 second to 3 minute spots.

• Major accounts include: American Public Health Association, Battelle, BioMaryland, CAS, and Society of Neuroscience
• Manage multiple freelance designers and editors
Motion Designer

Trellist Marketing & Technology

Wilmington, DE

Dec 2011 - Sep 2013 (1 year 9 months)

Manage all aspects of motion design for leading provider of tactical design solutions. Independently coordinate and execute all major design projects including graphics, 2D and 3D animation, video production, non-linear editing, storyboard design, digital web design, and print design.

• Created series of motion graphic videos valued at $20K+
• Major accounts include: Amtrak, Bank of America, Capital One, The Delaware Art Museum, DuPont, ING Direct, Mannington Inc., MBNA, Rooflite, and TD Bank
Bethlehem Business Forms

Freelance Copy Operator

Bethlehem, PA

Sep 2011 - Dec 2011 (3 months)

Successfully operated high-quality copy and bindery equipment including Standard SD700 Digital Duplicator. Ensured highest standards of quality control on all outgoing jobs. Effectively interacted with staff and customers. Consistently managed high-volume workload and multiple complex priorities.

• Regularly generated up to 20,000 high-quality professional copies daily
• Provided outstanding customer service for primary client base of medical professionals
Graphic Designer

Minuteman Press of Easton

Easton, PA

Apr 2004 - Feb 2010 (5 years 10 months)

Managed and executed all graphic design, digital printing, production and bindery work. Collaborated with diverse clients to create a diverse range of custom print designs. Directly managed a wide range of design projects from initial order to finished product. Established and maintained key client and vendor relationships.

• Effectively managed high-volume workload and multiple deadlines as sole graphic designer
• Consistently generated return business based on high-quality design work and superior customer service
Graphic/Web Designer

Slowboy Racing Inc.

Indiana, PA

Feb 2003 - Jan 2004 (11 months)

Provided website and print advertising design for automotive aftermarket performance specialist. Generated, developed and executed all design concepts from start to finish. Played key role in developing brand identity by establishing consistent look and feel for website and print ads.

• Designed and created first corporate website containing over 300 product pages
• Successfully self-taught and utilized Adobe Dreamweaver in website development
Graphic Designer

Pittsburgh Tribune Review

Warrendale, PA

Aug 1999 - Feb 2003 (3 years 6 months)

Designed display and classified ads for leading daily newspaper. Collaborated with Ad Services Department
colleagues and worked closely with Sales Department to ensure all requirements were met and exceeded.
Designed and produced ads to meet detailed specifications of diverse clients. Consistently met strict
press deadlines.

• Designed and executed layout for Classified section
• Effectively built and maintained relationships with key clients including Pittsburgh Steel City Auto

Awards

• Best Portfolio Award in Visual Effects and Motion Graphics, 2011

• Eagle Scout Award, 1997

Skills

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Danny Reighard

Assistant Professor - Educator, Industrial Design, Myron E. Ullman, Jr. School of Design

Assistant Professor, Graphic Design