Currently seeking challenging Design and Development opportunities where application and utilization of knowledge and skills may be applied.
Experience
Senior Concept Designer/Project Manager - (July 2007 to Present)
Part-Time, in-house position. Design, Development and Management responsibilities. Conceptualizing new product, producing concept illustrations as well as offering direction and supervision from sculpt through finished product.
Design Devil
President (Head Devil) - (July 2000 to Present) Freelance Design and Development Studio, working with various clients to Conceptualize, Design and Develop retail toys, collectibles, premiums and promotional items - Equipped to take the project from concept to completion, from sketch to full color presentation boards or control art. Client list includes: Hasbro, Mattel, and Disney.
Senior Lecturer - (January 2008 — Present) Currently instructing the Photoshop for Toy Designers class - An Idea driven workshop that introduces students to Adobe Photoshop as a primary tool for use in the toy industry.
JMP Creative
Senior Designer/Project Manager- (Dec 99 to July 02)
Use of creative tools and brainstorming skills to conceptualize, design and develop retail toys, fast food premiums and promotional items for such companies as DreamWorks, Spin Master and Playmates Toys.
Applause, Inc.
Senior Product Designer / Creative Manager - (Oct. 96 to Dec. 99) Use of freehand illustration as well as computer skills to creatively design and draw toys and collectibles for various licenses, such as Star Wars, Disney, Warner Bros., Marvel Comics, and many others; using imagination and artistic skills to design fun and innovative new products.Promoted to Creative Manager/ Head Designer on successful Star Wars Episode I products. Directed and assisted in every stage of development; from design to sculpt, through finished product. Worked closely with Hong Kong factories and engineers to ensure quality during manufacturing.
Senior Colorist; Color Design, Digital paint - (Feb. 94 to Oct. 96) Use of Adobe PhotoShop to color interior comic book pages, Pin ups, ads, Trading cards and covers for all of Marvel and Malibu Comics monthly titles; using color to emphasize such aspects as mood, energy and emotion as dictated by the story line.
Skills
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Adobe PhotoShop
- Adobe Streamline
- Adobe Premier
- Creative Direction
- Project Managment
- Product Development
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Toy Design
- Color Design
- Character Design
- Digital Painting
- Illustration
References available upon request
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Recommendations
“My group has used Joe repeatedly over the years. His work is fast and of the highest quality. He "gets" an assignment with minimal explanation, and minimal hassle, and is all around a pleasure to work with. We will continue to keep Joe at the top of our list for illustration/concepting vendors.” Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, On Time -Tyler Kenney, Sr. Designer, Mattel
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“I worked with Joe as a colleague for several years starting in 2000 and have been working with him again providing design work for him at Sideshow. Joe has a phenomenal big picture view of projects and their objective(s) which allows for detailed and comprehensive direction. Yet he allows me to explore variations and give suggestions. His eye for detail therefore isn't constricting, but constructive, which makes every project I have done with him very fulfilling. His management style of the project is inclusive, efficient and fair. When working with him I always enjoy the challenge to rise to his level of expectation.” - Pascual Wawoe, Senior Designer/Project manager, Design Anatomy
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“Joe is a excellent designer. His illustration and coloring are superb. From illustration, through concept execution, he provided timely work with exceptional quality and insight. I would highly recommend Joe Allard, and have worked with him at two separate companies, and on numerous freelance assignments. Frank Howa, Creative Director By George! Inc.
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“I can always turn to Joe for a variety of creative needs. He is extremely reliable and always offers a unique approach to any creative problem.” Top qualities: Great Results, Expert, Creative - Nick Longo , VP Creative, Equity
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“There are not enough words to describe what an incredible talent Joe is. I have known Joe for some years now and consider him as one of the best in the business. And to make it even better, his personality and his level of professionalism make him a joy to work with! - Candy Lavin, Sr. Creative Manager, Applause/ Senior Lecturer at Otis.
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“Joe is an amazing artist with a flair for the dramatic. He can quickly turn any concept into an awe inspiring illustration. From traditional drawings to computer work or job management- he can handle it all. A dedicated, multi-talented designer, Joe is always a pleasure to work with.” July 24, 2007 - Julie Phillips, Senior Product Designer, Applause Inc.
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“Joe's work is great!” July 19, 2007 - Scott Rosenberg, President and founder, Malibu Comics Entertainment
