Adam Wells

About Adam Wells

I am an experiential graphic design professional with over 25 years of experience in the architecture and engineering (A/E) industry. This extensive background has given me deep insight into the architectural world and the chance to engage with diverse working environments and business strategies. Collaborating with a variety of firms has honed my adaptability, enabling me to thrive in a range of conditions while consistently delivering innovative, creative, and impactful solutions.Specialties: Experiential Graphics, Wayfinding and Signage, Creative Direction, Brochures, Advertising, Posters, Award Submittals, Branding, Digital Media, Business Development, Proposal Management, Presentations, Integrated Marketing and Photography Art Direction.

Experience

1. Experiential Graphic Design Leader Principal at Dlr Group

   DLR Group

   Oct 2018 — Present · Kansas City, KS, US

   As the firm’s experiential graphic design leader, I work with clients to evoke their brand visually and experientially through both experiential graphics and wayfinding + signage. On a daily basis I collaborate with project stakeholders and design team members to understand the unique characteristics and context of architecture, and to develop creative solutions that connect the project to occupants and visitors. My role allows me to work with DLR Group offices around the globe to bring experiential design and brand development to our clients, infusing an added level of integrated design into our award-winning building projects.DLR Group is an integrated design firm providing architecture, engineering, planning, interior design, and building optimization from offices coast-to-coast and in China. Core areas of design expertise include Civic, Courts, Detention, Energy Services, Higher Education, Hospitality, K-12 Education, Retail, Sports, and Workplace. Our promise is to elevate the human experience through design. This promise inspires sustainable design for a diverse group of public and private sector clients; local communities; and our planet. DLR Group fully supports the initiatives and goals of the 2030 Challenge and is an initial signatory to the AIA 2030 Commitment.

Education

• University of Nebraska at Kearney

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Visual Communication and Design

  1995 — 2000

Skills

• Business Development
• Environmental Graphics
• Creative Direction
• Signage and Wayfinding
• Corporate Identity
• Marketing Strategy
• Advertising
• Graphic Design
• Logo Design
• Photography
• Brand Development
• Poster Design
• Art Direction
• Posters
• Marketing Communications
• Marketing
• Brochures
• Layout
• Typography
• Submittals
• Integrated Marketing
• Adobe Creative Suite