Chad Balkum

About

With a Bachelor's Degree in Design and Visual Communications from The City University of New York and an Associate's Degree in Business Administration from Howard University, I bring a diverse educational background to my creative endeavors. Currently, I am the Co-Founder and Creative Director at Skillhaus, a digital platform fostering collaboration through skill bartering. My role involves overseeing all visual touchpoints and crafting the brand identity. Previously, I served as a Senior Visual Designer at Accenture, contributing to global events and branded projects for Fortune 500 companies. I have also worked as a Freelance Graphic Designer for various clients and companies, including Instrument and New Studio, providing tailored visual content and branding materials. My freelance work has spanned from creating promotional assets for Apple TV to supporting entrepreneurial communities worldwide.

Experience

• Co-Founder/Creative Director · Skillhaus09-01-2021

  Skillhaus is a digital platform and community that fosters collaboration and creativity through skill bartering, with the goal of revitalizing entrepreneurial communities worldwide. As Creative Director I oversee all visual touchpoints and crafting the overall brand identity.

• Freelance Graphic Designer · Self Employed05-01-2018

  As a Freelance Graphic Designer, I provided design services to various clients, creating visual content and branding materials tailored to their specific needs.

• Senior Visual Designer · Accenture08-01-2022 – 11-01-2023

  As part of Accenture's in-house creative agency, I designed and art directed for Accenture's presence at global events including Global Citizen, Consumer Electronics Show, COP28, and more. Additionally, I supported creative teams in branded account projects for Fortune 500 companies and internal branded materials.

• Freelance Graphic Designer · New Studio04-01-2022 – 06-01-2022

  As a Freelance Graphic Designer at New Studio, I contributed to various design projects, creating visual content and branding materials tailored to client needs.

• Freelance Graphic Designer · Instrument08-01-2021 – 09-01-2021

  Assisted in the design & layout of promotional assets on Apple TV streaming platform.

Education

• The City University of New YorkBachelor's Degree, Design and Visual Communications, General
• Howard UniversityAssociate's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General

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