Jamie Atherton

Photographer & Magazine Editor @ Taylor University

About

As a graphic designer and photographer with over 15 years of experience, I have a passion for creating and enhancing the visual identity of companies and individuals. I specialize in branding photography and design, using my skills in creative design, written communication, and Adobe Creative Suite to produce print and digital collateral that reflects the personality, values, and goals of my clients. I have owned my photography business since 2009, where I have worked with a variety of clients, from weddings to corporate events, to capture memorable moments and stories. Recently, I have shifted my focus to branding photography, where I help entrepreneurs, influencers, and professionals showcase their personal brand and stand out from the crowd. Previously, I was the corporate graphic designer at ARCpoint Labs, where I designed pieces for both B2B and B2C segments of the business, following the branding standards and guidelines of the company and its franchisees.

Country

United States

City

Windfall

Industry

Photography

Skill

Personal Branding, brand photography, B2B Marketing, Exhibit Design, Print Management, Flyer Design, Company Brochures, Management, B2C Marketing, Direct Mail Marketing, Microsoft Office, Creative Design, Written Communication, Industry standards, Color Printing, Social Media, Logo Design, Social Media Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Attention to Detail

Experience

Photographer & Magazine Editor

Taylor University

2023-9 - Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

Upland, Indiana, United States

Owner / Photographer

Jamie Vester Photography

2009-12 - Present · 16 yrs 10 mos

Indiana, United States

I own my photography business and focus mainly on personal branding, headshots, weddings, families, and couples. I manage my own website, social media, marketing, editing images, and client contracts. I own my equipment including two Nikon cameras and a range of lenses. I have owned my photography business since 2009 and continue to grow and change with the industry. I used to mostly be a wedding photographer until recently when I have decided to focus more on branding photography. Since I know how branding standards work with being a graphic designer as well, it only seems fitting that this is where I have landed.

Graphic Designer

ARCpoint Labs

2022-10 - 2023-5 · 8 mos

I designed various printed collateral, email templates, social media for B2C and B2B sides of ARCpoint and their franchises. I worked with the Marketing Director, Content Writer, and Marketing Specialist daily through Microsoft Teams and Wrike platform. Brand cohesiveness was an important part of my daily job. I am self-motivated, task oriented, organized individual who loves to be creative.

Freelance Graphic Designer

Distance Learning Systems

2015 - 2019 · 4 yrs

Greenwood, Indiana, United States

Created monthly postcards for B2C with varying information to communicate to the printer. I also created flyers and brochures on a as needed basis.

Art Director

Distance Learning Systems

2006 - 2012 · 6 yrs

Greenwood, Indiana, United States

I started off as a graphic designer and worked my way up to Art Director. I created the logo and branding for the company that they are still using today. Over the years I designed B2C direct mail pieces with monthly print checks at the printer, book covers, catalogs, flyers, brochures, billboard design, banners for exhibits, updated the website weekly for conference dates and times. Experienced in creating marketing campaigns to include: creating on brand marketing collateral that encompassed the vision of the campaign as well as social media content. Responsible for project completion from initial concept design to final development.