CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Jose
Peña

I'm a Creative based in Indiana and enjoy playing with colors. I love travelling, photography & music.

  • From Indiana
  • Experience 10+ Years
  • Degree BA Computer Graphics
About Me
Visionary
Strategic
Leader
Creative

As a dynamic creative professional, I am driven by boundless energy and a proven track record of shaping purpose-driven brands, captivating audiences, and delivering tangible outcomes. At the core of my philosophy is the understanding that genuine influence arises from evoking human emotions and engaging the senses. My primary focus is on fostering deep emotional connections with customers through the art of design.

Throughout my career, I have assembled and guided teams of project managers, designers, writers, photographers, and agencies who share my commitment to cultivating brand influence and fostering profound consumer engagement. Drawing upon our diverse perspectives, strengths, and relentless spirit of exploration, we consistently create moments of magic. I am also responsible for establishing and maintaining various product brand guidelines and assets, ensuring consistency and quality across the portfolio. My aim is to deliver innovative, on-brand, and strategic design solutions that ignite consumers' imagination and align with the company's objectives.

In addition to shaping creative visions, I excel in the operational aspects of team management and resource optimization. I prioritize talent development, providing purposeful coaching, and aligning growth trajectories with individuals' skill sets and personal passions. Customer insights and strategic thinking are central to my approach in crafting meaningful and impactful creativity, enhanced by leveraging cutting-edge technology and trends. My skill set encompasses a broad range of capabilities, and I have a distinguished history of orchestrating comprehensive campaigns and digital platform experiences across branding, design systems, digital and social marketing, and advertising.

Over the course of my career, I have had the privilege of collaborating with exceptionally innovative, talented, and intelligent individuals who have not only influenced and championed me but have also provided fertile ground for producing some of the most exquisite and effective work imaginable.

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My Resume
SKILLS
Illustrator
100%
Photoshop
100%
InDesign
100%
Premiere
75%
After Effects
75%
Portal
90%
Dreamweaver
90%
HTML/CSS
90%
Magento
70%
Pardot
70%
3D Max
100%
Lytho
100%
Workfront
100%
Google Suite
100%
Microsoft Suite
100%
BACKGROUND
Web Development

I help design and build responsive, user-friendly websites that align with brand goals and deliver seamless digital experiences.

Graphic Design

I create and guide visually compelling designs that communicate messages clearly and effectively across print and digital platforms.

 

Marketing Campaigns

I develop and execute strategic marketing campaigns that drive engagement, increase visibility, and support business objectives.

 

Photo/Video

I help produce and edit high-quality photo and video content to tell impactful stories and enhance brand presence.

 

Team Building

I foster collaborative, high-performing teams by encouraging open communication, trust, and shared ownership of goals.

 

Creative Direction

I lead the creative vision from concept to execution, ensuring consistency, innovation, and alignment with brand identity.

 

EXPERIENCE
2024 - Present
Solution Tree
Design Manager
2021 - 2024
Motorola Solutions
Creative Manager
2018- 2021
Great Wolf Resorts
Senior Graphic Designer
2017 - 2018
YMCA Of The USA
Production Artist
2015 - 2017
MotiF Events Agency
Graphic Designer
EDUCATION
2005 - 2014
BA Computer Graphic Technology
Purdue University
My Projects

A Collection of my favorites project I’ve designed recently. Feeling great while sharing here.

Contact Me
mrjpena621@gmail.com
Crown Point, IN