resume
Christopher Mueller
Digital Product Designer
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education
College for Creative Studies
Master of Arts, 2026
MA, User Experience Design
College for Creative Studies
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), 2012
Graphic Design
Experience
Account Executive
Jun 2020 - Present
Spearheaded a comprehensive rebrand of the agency’s visual identity, including the redesign of the corporate logo, brand standards, and client-facing communications.
Designed and produced a full suite of digital and print marketing materials to enhance brand recognition and support client acquisition initiatives.
Partnered with a web development team to plan, design, and launch a modernized company website with improved usability and client engagement features.
Successfully marketed and sold 600+ individual supplemental health and life insurance policies, strengthening the firm’s portfolio and deepening client relationships.
Account Executive
Jun 2022 - Present
Provide strategic insurance consultations to clients, tailoring comprehensive home, auto, rental/investment properties, watercraft, and umbrella coverage solutions to meet diverse needs.
Navigate a network of 30+ national carriers to deliver competitive, value-driven policy options aligned with clients’ financial goals.
Build enduring client relationships through consistent communication, education, and proactive policy servicing, ensuring long-term satisfaction and retention.
Closed 200+ personal lines insurance policies, contributing to agency growth while maintaining a client-first service model.
Senior Graphic Designer
Jul 2018 - Jun 2020 (Current Contact Employee)
Directed the design and production of digital and print marketing assets for STAHLS’ partner brand Transfer Express.
Assisted in the creative development of large-scale trade show booth graphics for quarterly national industry events, enhancing brand visibility and client engagement for Transfer Express (a STAHLS' company).
Oversaw on-location photoshoots, from concept through execution, for use in annual product catalogs and promotional campaigns.
Provided creative direction and managed a remote team across Michigan and Ohio, ensuring cohesive campaigns and consistent brand execution.
Partnered with cross-functional teams to support ongoing brand development and design strategy across product lines.
Graphic Designer
Dec 2017 - Apr 2018 (Contract)
Supported the development of packaging systems for Inspired Organics, ensuring cohesive branding and consumer shelf appeal across product categories.
Art Director
Jan 2017 - Oct 2017 (Contractor)
Contributed to the development of multi-channel creative campaigns for FCA and Mopar, supporting digital, social, print, broadcast, and event marketing initiatives.
Collaborated with copywriters, account managers, and strategy teams to translate client goals into clear and effective visual solutions.
Assisted with design and production across a range of deliverables, ensuring quality and consistency under fast-paced deadlines.
Helped adapt creative assets across platforms to maintain brand standards while meeting the needs of different audiences and formats.
Lead Marketing Designer
CustomInk (Pear)
Jun 2014 - Jun 2016
Served as the lead brand designer responsible for all Pear-branded marketing initiatives, overseeing creative across digital ads, print, and promotional channels.
Designed campaign materials including web assets, email marketing, social content, sales collateral, and event graphics to support national brand awareness and customer acquisition.
Partnered with marketing and product teams to develop integrated campaign concepts, ensuring visual consistency across channels and alignment with brand goals.
Contributed to the evolution of Pear’s visual identity, strengthening brand recognition in both consumer-facing and B2B markets.
Art Director
Sep 2012 - May 2013
Developed and executed shopper marketing campaigns for global clients including Diageo, Hillshire Brands, Jimmy Dean, and Colgate, tailoring creative to diverse retail environments.
Designed integrated assets across digital, print, and in-store channels, ensuring brand consistency while adapting to unique retailer specifications.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams—including strategy, account, and production—to deliver consumer-focused creative that drove engagement and supported client sales objectives.
Assisted in the conceptual development of promotional campaigns, helping align creative direction with business goals and shopper insight.
Developed strategic creative assets across digital, print, and in-store channels, aligning design solutions with client business objectives.
Graphic Designer
Daniel Brian · Summer Internship
May 2011 - Aug 2011
Supported the creative team in producing digital and print advertising materials for clients including Hungry Howie’s and Henry Ford Health Systems.
Assisted in the concept development and execution of campaign deliverables, gaining exposure to agency workflows from brainstorming through production.
Prepared layouts, presentation decks, and production-ready files to support senior designers and art directors.
Collaborated with account and production teams to ensure creative solutions aligned with client objectives and brand standards.
Gained early hands-on experience in a fast-paced agency environment, building a foundation in multi-channel design and client-focused creative work.
freelance clients
City of Detroit, 3 Dogs 1 Cat, LUSN Law, Wags to Whiskers, SelaFit, Logoit, Proforma Marketplace, Premiere Group Associates, Flower Boxed, GES (Global Experience Specialists
tech
Mac/PC OS, Microsoft Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Salesforce, G Suite