Michael Daly is a multi-faceted designer with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree from Montclair State University (2024).
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With studies in Visual Communication Design and a background in the arts and film, he expands his professional experience in areas of photography, film direction & production, as well as commercial advertising and freelance work, primarily as a graphic designer.
SKILLS
Digital Marketing
Social Media Management
Detail Oriented
Experimental
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Brand Development
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Typography
Motion Design
UI/UX Design
2-D Sketching & Illustration
Photography
Video Direction & Editing
Audio Production
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Adobe Creative Suite
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Illustrator
InDesign
Photoshop
XD
After Effects
Premiere Pro
Lightroom
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Microsoft 360
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Word
PowerPoint
Excel
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Google Workspace
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Drive
Docs
Slides
Sheets
Photos
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Fine Arts Montclair State University
Visual Communication Design August 2020 – May 2024
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Visual Communication Design April 2024
Senior Graduation Show
Committee Member & Exhibition Curator
Studio Montclair Gallery May 2024
Public Portfolio Showcase
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Digital Advertising Est. 2023
Collaborate with brands on Social Media Advertisements,
showcasing elements of Vector Imaging & Photography
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Skinny Dipped ©, Jose Musa (Miami), Callejas Photos (NJ)
Studio Photography Est. 2021
Independent Photography Direction; Collaborate with
Emerging Creative Teams for Visual Media, Co-directing
Professional Studio Photography
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www.mylobutler.com, www.qaudircreates.com (NYC)
Visual Media For Music Est. 2020
Song Cover Artwork Design, involving elements of
Vector Imaging and Photoshop; Experienced in Music
Video Production involving Cinematography, Direction
and Video Editing
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Bella Rosa Photography, Marianna Kiniery (NJ)
Branding Design Est. 2020
Work with Typography and Vector Imaging for Logo
Development and Brand Identity of independently
owned companies
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Way Past Midnight, Opus Magazine (NJ)