Aubin Dyer

Creative Director with 10+ years of experience delivering impactful design solutions across digital and print platforms. Demonstrated expertise in branding, UX/UI design, and team leadership. Known for streamlining workflows, fostering collaboration, and enhancing user engagement through thoughtful, user-centered design. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and translate complex ideas into compelling visual experiences.

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Experience

Creative Director • Fortress Consulting, Chicago, IL • 2016 – Present

Lead a multidisciplinary team of 5 designers, aligning creative direction with client brand strategy and business objectives
Increased client satisfaction by 50% through streamlined design processes and improved cross-team collaboration
Reduced project turnaround by 25% by implementing modern design tools and agile workflows
Spearheaded rebranding efforts for 20+ organizations, boosting digital engagement and visibility
Mentored junior designers through intensive trainings and workshops to build skillsets and creative confidence

Lead Designer • Fortress Consulting, Chicago, IL • 2015 – 2016

Directed dozens of full-cycle design projects spanning UX/UI, branding, and web design
Developed scalable design systems to support rapid growth and evolving digital needs
Increased client conversion rates by optimizing website UX and visual consistency
Produced wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs to support strategic brand initiatives

Graphic Designer • Fortress Consulting, Chicago, IL • 2014 – 2015

Hired full-time following a 3-month immersive internship based on high performance and leadership potential
Established the foundation of the agency’s design department as the first full-time design hire
Had broad creative autonomy to shape department direction and processes from the ground up
Led and supported 10+ branding and web projects, improving visual outcomes and delivery efficiency

Education

Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Kalamazoo, MI • 2012
Completed coursework in Graphic Design, with focus on typography, layout, color theory, branding, and Human-Centered Design

Skills

Brand Identity • Brand Strategy • UX/UI Design • Human-Centered Design • Web Design • Design Thinking • Design Systems • Motion Graphics • Animation • 3D Design • Content Creation • Video Editing • Photography • Team Leadership • DesignOps • Mentorship

Proficient in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and Framer.
Strong understanding of user-centered design principles.
Ability to conduct comprehensive user research and usability testing.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Software & Tools

Adobe Creative Suite • Figma • Webflow • Framer • Spline • Jitter • WordPress • Final Cut Pro • Google Workspace • Microsoft 365 • Familiar with AI Design Tools (Adobe Firefly, Figma AI, Claude, Relume)