Joe Donaldson

Creative Director | Motion & Design Systems | Head of Design @ BUCK | Design Faculty @ SVA

Role
Head of Design & Creative Director at BUCK
Location
Brooklyn, NY, US
LinkedIn followers
500 followers
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About Joe Donaldson

I’m an award-winning design and creative leader with over 15 years of experience…

Experience

  1. Head of Design & Creative Director

    BUCK

    May 2020 — Present

    At BUCK, I wear many hats across creative leadership and team management. As a Creative Director, I’m hands-on in conceiving, pitching, and directing high-impact campaigns for Fortune 100 clients including Apple, Amazon, Google, Instagram, and more. In my role as Head of Design, I lead a world-class, multidisciplinary team of 30+ designers overseeing everything from bidding and staffing to mentorship and long-term career development.Key Responsibilities & Achievements- Directed brand campaigns, product launches, and integrated experiences for global clients- Partnered with leadership on pitches, strategy, and new business development- Managed projects from concept to delivery, balancing creative, budget, and timeline- Built scalable team structures and workflows across multiple studios and offerings- Mentored designers across levels, fostering a culture of growth and experimentation- Developed modular motion systems and toolkits for brand consistency and flexibility.

Education

  • School of the Art Institute of Chicago

    Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA

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