Kevin Tucker
Creative Leader & Communicator | Making Lasting Impact with Design
25 yrs experience · Nashville, TN · <10 hrs/week
About
Creative leader with over 25 years of experience in visual communication for brands, public figures, and organizations. Trusted by high-profile clients such as Willie Nelson, Bridgestone, and Pepsi, I specialize in design as a tool for impactful communication. My career is built on long-term client relationships, resulting in quantifiable success stories including gold and platinum selling albums. Recognized by Print Magazine, The American Advertising Federation, and AIGA, I am also active in mentoring and community initiatives.
Skills
Experience
- Creative Director · Collide: A Creative StudioJanuary 2009 – May 2013
Led creative projects for a Nashville-based creative studio, playing a pivotal role as a creative director, designer, and consultant. Developed branding, advertising, and strategic communication solutions, managing client relationships and ensuring impactful visual storytelling.
- Design Director · Anode, Inc.June 2013 – January 2015
Provided strategic creative leadership, overseeing conceptual development, design direction, user experience, and production for high-profile clients including The Nashville Public Library, Mars Petcare, The Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum, Adventure Science Museum, Vanderbilt University School of Engineering, and more. Recognized for innovative design and multiple awards.
- Producer/Director/Writer · Chute! Pictures2005 – 2013
Produced, wrote, and directed original film and video projects, including a television pilot, documentary shorts, and comedy sketches. Managed project development and team coordination.
- Associate Art Director / Design Manager · Word EntertainmentJune 1997 – March 2002
Managed creative projects within the Word Entertainment’s Creative Services department, overseeing workflow and approval processes, and leading a team of designers on high-profile projects across multiple internal divisions.
- Board Member · Spirit of Naples (Non-profit)March 2013 – April 2016
Served as a board member providing guidance on Christian nonprofit organization design and project management, including event planning and community outreach.
- Mentor / Entrepreneur Advisor · Nashville Entrepreneur CenterDecember 2014 – November 2016
Mentored startups through the EC’s Entrepreneur Advisor program, focusing on brand strategy and business growth.
- Executive Board Member · AIGA: The Professional Association for Design, Nashville ChapterMay 2006 – June 2015
Served on the executive board, contributing to chapter leadership, strategic planning, and community engagement.
Education
- Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU)BFA, Art (Graphic Design major, Illustration & Computer Art minors)
- Cleveland High SchoolAlumni Hall of Fame inductee 2016
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