CV
Joel Chavez
Work
Experience
Multidisciplinary creative, building visual and tactile experiences from the ground up. I live to tell stories that connect people and inspire. I have a holistic approach centered on results and with 11 years as a creative, I pride myself on the ability to solve problems with a fresh perspective.
As an entrepreneur, I’ve learned the power of harnessing data to make informed decisions and the importance of delivering a clear authentic message. I write, produce, and execute effective marketing concepts that connect with my audience in a meaningful way. I’m versatile and I never back down from a challenge or the opportunity to learn a new skill. I am an avid film photographer and have self published 2 photography books, I’m also a self taught leather worker, product designer and a guest contributer on makersrow.com.
Cinematography
Writing
Video editing
Photography
Product Design
Product photography
Print
Pre-press
Motion Graphics
Tech packs
Front end web
Content creation
New York Institute of Technology
December 2006
joelchav@gmail.com
@chavo_nyc
@cubandco
cubandcompany.com
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As an entrepreneur, I’ve learned the power of harnessing data to make informed decisions and the importance of delivering a clear authentic message. I write, produce, and execute effective marketing concepts that connect with my audience in a meaningful way. I’m versatile and I never back down from a challenge or the opportunity to learn a new skill. I am an avid film photographer and have self published 2 photography books, I’m also a self taught leather worker, product designer and a guest contributer on makersrow.com.
Skills
Adobe Creative SuiteCinematography
Writing
Video editing
Photography
Product Design
Product photography
Pre-press
Motion Graphics
Tech packs
Front end web
Content creation
Education
Bachelors Degree in Graphic DesignNew York Institute of Technology
December 2006
Contact
Feel free to reach out!joelchav@gmail.com
@chavo_nyc
@cubandco
cubandcompany.com
Cub & Company
Founder/Creative Director
7.13 - Present
Founder and creative director of a camera accessories start up. Responsible for overall creative direction, product design (camera straps, camera bags, lifestyle products) marketing, content creation as well as developing and managing social media strategies associated with our various social channels. Starting my business from scratch has given me the invaluable experience of putting all my skill-sets together to grow a succesful business, as well as working with and managing vendors, clients and hired talent across diverse industries.
New York Institute of Technology
Content Creator
11.11 - Present
Content creator developing evergreen content for digital, print and social, focusing on academic recruitment materials targeting the 16-21 year old demographic. As a content strategist I develop relevant concepts that highlight NYIT’s “Makers and Doers”, timely faculty research, and campus experiences. I collaborate with editors to deliver dynamic cross-channel social videos, showcasing various programs and individuals that make up the unique student body at NYIT. I manage the design process from the creative brief to final execution while collaborating with a diverse ecosystem of clients with specific needs.
United Way of Long Island
Graphic Designer
8.07 - 11.11
Graphic Designer responsible for design and production of all print/we design, videography and photography in a fast-paced marketing department. Projects ranged from, creative direction of corporate event, identity design, to the design and maintenance of unitedwayli.org. In addition to my creative contributions, I inititated and launched UWLI’s social media presence.
Founder/Creative Director
7.13 - Present
Founder and creative director of a camera accessories start up. Responsible for overall creative direction, product design (camera straps, camera bags, lifestyle products) marketing, content creation as well as developing and managing social media strategies associated with our various social channels. Starting my business from scratch has given me the invaluable experience of putting all my skill-sets together to grow a succesful business, as well as working with and managing vendors, clients and hired talent across diverse industries.
New York Institute of Technology
Content Creator
11.11 - Present
Content creator developing evergreen content for digital, print and social, focusing on academic recruitment materials targeting the 16-21 year old demographic. As a content strategist I develop relevant concepts that highlight NYIT’s “Makers and Doers”, timely faculty research, and campus experiences. I collaborate with editors to deliver dynamic cross-channel social videos, showcasing various programs and individuals that make up the unique student body at NYIT. I manage the design process from the creative brief to final execution while collaborating with a diverse ecosystem of clients with specific needs.
United Way of Long Island
Graphic Designer
8.07 - 11.11
Graphic Designer responsible for design and production of all print/we design, videography and photography in a fast-paced marketing department. Projects ranged from, creative direction of corporate event, identity design, to the design and maintenance of unitedwayli.org. In addition to my creative contributions, I inititated and launched UWLI’s social media presence.