Woody Swain

Welcome to my world, where creativity and imagination know no bounds. As an award-winning Art Director, Designer, and Illustrator, I've had the privilege of working with some of the world's most renowned brands and non-profit organizations. With over three decades of experience in the advertising and design industry, I've had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, from print and television ads to graphic design and illustration.

My Background

I began my career in the advertising industry with Young & Rubicam (Y&R) on Madison Avenue, where I worked my way up to Creative Director and Art Director. Prior to that, I was a part of Lowe-Marschalk and Scali, McCabe & Sloves, working on print and television campaigns for prominent clients such as Cutty Sark, Van Heusen, Smirnoff, Coca-Cola Foods, Dr. Pepper, Accenture, Citi, Advil, United States Post Office, and AT&T.

My Work

As an Art Director, I'm responsible for ensuring that the final visual result of an ad, video, or other assets aligns with what the client and I have mutually agreed upon. My expertise in graphic design allows me to create visual assets that convey a definitive and confident message, while also considering the platform on which it will be displayed. My illustration work is focused on creating images that can change or improve preconceived ideas and notions about a particular subject.

My Passions

Outside of my work, I'm a passionate maritime enthusiast and have served on the Executive Board of The Seamen's Church Institute (SCI), the largest maritime non-profit in North America. I've also served on the Board of The Ocean Liner Museum and was the Director of their exhibit "Dazzle & Drab: The Ocean Liner at War" in downtown Manhattan.

Education

I hold a degree in Fine Arts from Colgate University and a BFA in Advertising Design from Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA.

My Creative Process

For me, creativity is all about understanding the client's vision and bringing it to life through my work. I believe that effective design and illustration should be both functional and aesthetically pleasing. My approach is to listen carefully to my clients, understanding their goals and objectives, and then using my expertise to create visual assets that meet their needs.

My Goals

My goal is to continue creating innovative and effective designs and illustrations that inspire and engage my clients and their audiences. I'm passionate about my work and strive to stay ahead of the curve, always looking for new ways to push the boundaries of creativity and design.