David Vargas
Art Director & Expedition Travel Photographer | Visual Storytelling for Editorial & Marketing
- Role
- Art Director & Staff Photographer at Lindblad Expeditions
- Location
- New York, NY, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Vargas
Award-winning Art Director and Photographer with 20 years of experience delivering visual storytelling at a global scale. Directed and shot complex assignments in 40+ countries, helping define the photography identity of National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions. Published 500+ images, including multiple National Geographic covers, capturing people, wildlife, and culture with authenticity.
Experience
Art Director & Staff Photographer
Mar 2016 — Present
Art directed and executed annual photo assignments in 40+ countries, often inchallenging environments, from remote locations to expedition ships.• Played a key role in shaping the photography visual identity of National Geographic × Lindblad Expeditions through art direction and execution of complex global photoshoots.• Independently planned and organized international photo assignments across diverse regions and environments.• Helped develop the look and feel of the Family Program at National Geographic × Lindblad Expeditions by directing and executing photoshoots with families onboard ships and in remote destinations.• Published 500+ photographs in digital and print, including multiple covers for National Geographic and National Geographic × Lindblad Expeditions publications.• Partnered with expedition staff to capture authentic experiences—from wildlife and culture to guest activities—under extreme and unpredictable conditions.• Collaborated with National Geographic explorers and photographers on high-profile assignments.• Conceptualized, designed, and produced marketing materials that combined photography with thoughtful layouts and visual design to tell compelling stories.• Expertly edited and retouched post-production content using Adobe Creative Suite to deliver polished, publication-ready visuals.
Education
Parsons School of Design - The New School
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
1996 — 2000
Skills
- Integrated Marketing
- Art Direction
- Photoshop
- Typography
- Concept Development
- Graphics
- Creative Direction
- Direct Mail
- Layout
- Art
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- Illustration
- Brochures
- Photography
- Brand Development
- Storyboarding
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