Michael Thomas

About

Michael Thomas is a partner in the Houston office of the national design consultancy Kreadiv & Koo, a founder of the Good Distrkt Portfolio School, and a Global Creative Director

Experience

• Head of Creative · Unanomus03-01-2023

  Leading the creative team to develop innovative design solutions and strategies.

• Practicing Professor, Director · Good Distrkt10-01-2021

  Responsible for directing educational programs and providing leadership in creative practices.

• Creative Director, Owner · Kreadiv & Koo Agency08-01-2014

  Created new design themes for marketing and collateral materials. Collaborated with creative team to design and produce computer-generated artwork for marketing and promotional materials. Participated in production of print and promotional items for key clients under the direction of Marketing Department. Pitched to potential clients to establish sales and customer service goals. Served as the budget and finance officer.

• Creative Multimedia Manager · University of Minnesota03-01-2021 – 02-01-2023

  In charge of developing and executing creative strategy for all digital and social platforms at the University of Minnesota Boynton Health. Led and managed creative teams of designers, videographers, and strategists. Developed and managed Drupal websites. Served as creative director of all visual communications. Monitored outsourcing budget for video and photography.

• Multimedia Specialist · Prairie View A&M University04-01-2018 – 03-01-2021

  Successfully managed and coordinated graphic design projects from concept through completion for 3 different campuses. Worked closely with clients to create a vision, conceive designs, and consistently meet deadlines and requirements. Provided thought leadership and technical assistance to creative staff. Coordinated freelance designers, consultants, and vendors to meet all project requirements. Supervised and directed assistant graphic designers to uphold company brand guidelines. Expertly converted features to benefits to achieve client objectives.

Education

• Maryland Institute College of ArtMasters in Professional Studies Art & Design Business
• Prairie View A&M UniversityBachelor of Business Administration, Marketing; Marketing and Management

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