John Kirk (Graphic Design 2004)

JOB TITLE:
Art Director/Graphic Designer, The Ianni Group in Denver

Ianni Group is a marketing/advertising agency that specializes in everything from collateral design and merchendising to broadcasting and media. Clients include Bootie Beer Company, Alaskan Beer, Pannotia Vineyards, Isatori Health & Diet Supplements.

JOB DESCRIPTION:
Primarily works from home on a contract basis

"I usually work pretty tightly with my Creative Director to develop POS, merchandise, logos, logos standards and entire campaigns. She has a great deal of experience with Coors and The Integer Group and really knows how to develop these campaigns from start to finish.

"I have also done some Web stuff such as setting up directories and FTP sites for our clients, most of which who are out of state. Lots of concepting and working with the computer, as well as a considerable amount of drawing.

Uses Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and In-Design.

THE ROAD TO SUCCESS:
Full-time internship at J. Walter Thompson with a lead from Career Services

ADVICE FOR STUDENTS:
“Focus on your strong points and just be yourself. Being able to discuss your work and have a good rapport with your co-workers will be essential. A strong work ethic is key.”