Van Secrist

About Van Secrist

I like to approach all ideas from a media-neutral standpoint. Great TV spots can start as banner ads. But they can also lead to a completely new digital idea that involves the consumer on a whole different level. Technology and its ability to bring people together fascinates me. But it\'s when you find an idea that resonates with people and then motivates them to take action that exciting things happen. Users having an active relationship with a brand become brand champions.There\'s a certain magic that happens when creative, developers and media collaborate. When everyone brings their A-game to the table, anything can be achieved. It\'s this same world of possibilities that I convey to my teams wherever I may be.My recent portfolio work can be viewed here:https://vansecrist.myportfolio.comSpecialties include: art directing & designing user experiences, landing pages, banner campaigns and other interactive projects. I have extensive experience on brand campaigns, print campaigns, new business pitches, and UX design.

Experience

1. Member, Design, Mapping, Planning & Real Estate Construction Team

   Los Angeles World\'s Fair, Spc

   Aug 2013 — Present · Los Angeles, CA, US

   We’re in the process of building a web presence worthy of this monumental, transformative, and once-in-a-life-time event. A historic celebration of nothing less than the complete transformation of a once car-dependent city into a global showcase of 21st century urbanism, the Los Angeles World’s Fair 2.0 will usher in an era of vastly improved sustainability, mobility and livability for the denizens of one of the world’s truly great cities.Shining a global spotlight on the completion of our new public transit system, Los Angles World’s Fair 2.0 will feature event locations distributed throughout greater Los Angeles. The system will transport visitors from site to site, highlighting our diverse local culture while turning the entire city into the world’s largest fairgrounds.I am working with a tremendously talented group of individuals to realize this vision. Together we will influence the shape of the future for our cityThere are a lot of exciting and significant things ahead of us, and we welcome everyone’s contribution. If you want to learn more, please contact me.

Education

• Indiana University Bloomington

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Marketing/Advertising

• University of Hawaii at Manoa

  none, Graphic design, painting, computer art

• ArtCenter College of Design

  Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Advertising Design

Skills

• Corporate Branding
• Typography
• Strategy
• E-Commerce
• Direct Mail
• Mobile Marketing
• Television
• Corporate Identity
• Human-Centered Design
• Integrated Marketing
• New Media
• Interactive Advertising
• Creative Strategy
• User Experience
• Content Strategy
• Marketing Strategy
• Interaction Design
• Photography
• Brand Development
• Social Media
• Branding
• Social Media Marketing
• Banner Ads
• Online Advertising
• Concept Development
• Digital Media
• Marketing
• Video
• Interactive Marketing
• Graphic Design
• Branding & Identity
• Creative Direction
• Art Direction
• Illustrator
• Brochures
• Copywriting
• Web Design
• Email Marketing
• Direct Marketing
• Adobe Creative Suite