Hello, I’m Ryan! A creative director and designer based in Minneapolis. View résumé.
HELLO, I’M RYAN
A Minneapolis-based creative director and designer with 10+ years of agency and in-house experience building brand identities, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering high-impact, multi-channel creative. Currently leading creative at Red Circle Agency, focused on craft, mentorship, and consistently strong execution.
EXPERTISE
Creative Direction | Graphic Design | Art Direction | Brand Systems | UX/UI Design | Typography | Logos & 3D Models | Photo Editing | Motion Graphics | Presentation Design | Prototyping
EXPERIENCE
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Red Circle, Creative Agency
Minneapolis, MN
2018 – Present
- Led creative strategy and design execution across casino gaming, hospitality, entertainment, food & beverage, and cannabis accounts, from concept through delivery.
- Directed integrated campaigns across digital, print, broadcast, experiential, and out-of-home channels.
- Maintained creative excellence through hands-on art direction, design reviews, brand stewardship, and mentorship of multidisciplinary teams.
- Concepted and art-directed photo and video productions showcasing guest experiences and property offerings, from pre-production through final asset delivery.
- Integrated AI tools into concept development and production workflows, guiding the team’s use while maintaining creative quality and brand consistency.
CREATIVE DESIGNER
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Prior Lake, MN
2014 – 2018
- Designed digital content with a user experience focus.
- Created promotional and event concepts from sketchbook to digital execution for digital/print mediums.
- Collaborated with motion graphics and animation team to deliver motion graphics advertising.
- Created marketing concepts that aligned with overarching property brand to drive guest engagement and loyalty.
LEAD GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Black Bear Casino Resort
Carlton, MN
2012 – 2014
- Created and directed print and digital advertising,
leading promotional packages from concept through market delivery. Led a brand refresh through concept, execution and implentation phases. - Managed the visual brand across direct mail, TV, web, print, digital, and in-house environments, setting design standards and guiding creative execution.
WEB DESIGNER
50 Below, Web Solutions
Duluth, MN
2010 – 2012
- Designed ecommerce websites and digital content in power sports, medical, and health care industries with a focus on branding, UX/UI design, and wireframing.
- Ensured quality of department work through quality assurance responsibilities.