BRY MANSFIELD
303.638.8288 bryanamansfield@gmail.com
brydesigns.com
VISUAL COMMUNICATION
IS MORE
THAN DESIGN,
IT'S A STUDY OF THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE.
- Bry
I’m a seasoned professional with extensive industry experience.
I’m deeply passionate about brand standards.
I have the ability to juggle teams, projects, and the unexpected.
I’m a workhorse disguised as a unicorn.
I’m like a fine wine, my layout skills only get better with time.
With 16 years of diverse experience, my journey has taken me from casinos to congress, boutique design studios to mid-size advertising agencies, and through countless freelance projects in between.
My expertise lies in brand consulting and management. My focus is on delivering meticulously crafted messaging and seamless implementation across both print and digital media.
As a communication designer, I will always treat my profession and ability to visually share a message as an art form that cannot be replaced.
Keep things real, show understanding, and hold yourself and others accountable.
Challenge your own capabilities and strive to meet them.
Seek inspiration from the unexpected.
A deep understanding of developing and managing brands.
Proficient in managing projects, clients, teams, and departments effectively.
Mastery of various design software across multiple platforms.
Known for reliability, thanks to ninja like organization skills and killer time management.
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Communication Design & Marketing Metropolitan State University of Denver, CO - 2007
PROFESSIONAL
Work Experience
Design Studio Manager | Ring Digital
Sep. 2022 - Current
Senior Digital Design Specialist | Feb. 2021 - Sep. 2022
Digital Design Specialist | Feb. 2020 - Feb. 2021
Contract Digital Designer | Feb. 2019 - Feb. 2020
Played a pivotal role in conceiving and crafting media deliverables for over 2,000 campaigns, reaching an audience of more than 300 million impressions. Additionally, served as the Creative Director responsible for a comprehensive company brand update, leading the charge in implementing new brand standards across all marketing channels, encompassing both print and digital media.
Took on the mantle of leading, training, and directing the design team, all while envisioning the department's future direction. Proactive engagement with clients ensured a clear understanding of their creative requirements, while the oversight of the creative team ensured the realization of advertising visions for clients. Internally built partnerships and developed strategies and schedules, fostering cross-functional collaboration to create holistic brand and client service systems.
Juice Communications | Art Director
Jul. 2008 - Aug. 2011
Served as an Art Director in a dynamic mid-size advertising agency, catering to diverse clients in the global travel industry, credit unions, casinos, and non-profit organizations. The role involved creating compelling direct mail, brochures, and advertisements that garnered recognition in both consumer and trade publications. Specialized in crafting technical graphics for virtual seminars and digital presentations. I oversaw art direction for photography and video-commercial production, ensuring the highest creative standards. Collaborative approach extended to working closely with copywriters, account management teams, and creative directors to deliver impactful campaigns and projects.
Freelance/Contract Graphic Designer
Dec. 2007 - Current
Independent designer and project manager on local to international brand development projects from design conception to production across print and digital media.
Notable Clients Include: American Heart Association, Authority Brands, Beacon Payment Systems, Bellco Credit Union, Boa Technology, Christian Cycling, Coastal Ridge Properties, Custom Exteriors by Anderson, Denver Window Company, Ela Hand Goods, New Orleans, Farm Bureau of Michigan, Florida State University, Fortune Valley Hotel & Casino, Globus Family of Brands, Grand Valley Kitchen and Bath, Hewes Marine Company, Heroic Game Day, Krieger Ford, Lewis & Roth Publishing, Ligonier Ministries, Longmont Dairy, Main Street Power, Morning Star Development, My Faith Votes, NBC Universal, NACCAP, nuCamp, Ologie, One School, Otterbein University, Petland, Pikes Peak Orthopedics, Safe Future Financial, St. Anthony Hospitals, The Children's Hospital, upSource Solutions, Western Union, Wilcox Communities, Wright State University, Xerox, Zintex
Word
on the street.
"Bry listened to us. She captured our story and crafted a fantastic logo for our new non profit organization. Not only were we thrilled with the results of Bry's inspirational work, but all our clients and vendors marvel our the strength of our branding! Working with Bry was a delight. She is winsomely personal and professional. We commend her to you."
- Steve and Tami Resch, Alongside U
“I could tell Bry was listening, not asking questions to hear herself talk, but to hear what I had to say. It’s rare gift, to be listened to, to be heard. The result was inspired and truly one of a kind. She brings value, professionalism, and clear communication to any and all of the work she does."
- Scott S., Grand Valley Kitchen and Bath
"Bry has designed our company logo package, several book covers, designed a catalogue, pulled together several ads, and worked to typeset four books. If you want a skilled and creative designer, Bryana is the one to do it."
- Alexis Smelker, Biblical Eldership Resources