Tony Weldon

About Tony Weldon

Experienced in graphic design, illustration, Photoshop and creative directing of graphic artist. Managed and motivated artists to consistently produce instyle graphic designs for apparel; starting with rough sketches to final computer graphic layouts for Universities and ESPN shows such as College Gameday, ESPN U and Sports Center divisions. Collaborated with merchandising, marketing, licensing and sales departments Enhanced communication, visual appeal, public relations and sales, that contributed to the commercial success of my employer. Collaborated with merchandising, marketing, licensing and sales departments along with outside vendors to meet all deadlines with concise, accurate scheduling. Increased sales 10% annually working within budgets and negotiating cost savings with vendors in a fast-paced environment. Specialties: Proficient in the use of Macintosh, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Excel software. Familiar with Macintosh, Adobe InDesign and QuarkXpress. Knowledge in four-color print process as well as spot color printing. Proficient in traditional mediums, such as graphite, charcoal, pastels, pen and ink, acrylic and oil paint.

Experience

1. Instructor for the Graphic Design Department

   The Art Institutes

   Mar 2016 — Present · Tampa/St. Petersburg, FL, US

   Instructing students in Introduction to Drawing, Color Theory, Design Process, Graphic Design 1-Branding, Graphic Design Fundamentals, Beginning Photoshop, Page Layout, Beginning Illustrator, Environmental Graphics.

Education

• Reinhardt College

  Associates, Fine Arts

  1977 — 1979

• Ringling College of Art and Design

  Bachelors, Graphic Design and Illustration

  1979 — 1982