Ben Balkin

Experience

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  Freelance

  Jan 2014 - Jan 2020

  Graphic and Product Designer

  I worked with a variety of clients raniging from startups to medium sized businesses to accomplish their design needs. • Design research, interactive and interface design prototypes and wireframing for multiple mobile applications • Packaging design for small cosmetic and liquor companies• Logo and branding design for a variety of small and medium companies internationally

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  Our Marketing Guys LTD

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2016

  Design Director

  I worked as design director for OurMarketing Guys, working alongside the executive team to create an image and presence for small and medium companies • Design work from meeting with clients, to creating brands, brand images and guidlines. • Overseeing design decisions internally in the company. • Created marketing material, vehicle decal design and print marketing material.

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  632DESIGN LTD

  Jan 2017 - Jan 2017

  Industrial Designer

  I worked as an Industrial designer at 632Design, a specialises in the design and development of backpacks, bags, luggage and accessories • Initial research and project viability studies, through design, full specification, sampling and development

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  APS Air Parts Services & Supplies

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Graphic Designer

  I worked as an art director for an international Air-Parts supplier located on the outskirts of Ben Gurion airport.• Responsible for the redesign and digitisation of the internal system UX/UI from forms• Rebranded companies image• Managed social media, designed exhibition booths, advertisements and created promotional videos

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  FLR Shoes LTD

  Jan 2018 - Jan 2019

  Product Designer

  I worked for an international sportswear retailer focusing on cycling shoes and helmets.• Desiged all print and digital media including brochures, print advertisments, social media marketing, and exhibition booths.• Shoe design; from concept, prototype reviews to final product. Created a brand for the Inhouse company helmet collection, and individual helmet graphics.

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  Natasha Denona Makeup

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  Industrial & Graphic Designer

  Working alongside the Creative Director, Natasha, to create, design, and implement all new products, product packaging, branding and identity.Produce Marketing content; all PR content; retouch all digital media, in-store decorations; stands and gondolas for international resellers.Working across all internal departments and externally with stakeholders including suppliers, manufacturers and resellers over the complete project cycle.

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  Delta Galil Industries

  Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

  Senior Graphic and Marketing Designer

  Creating captivating graphic and marketing content for both B2B and B2C audiences within an in-house design studio. This encompasses logos, branding, marketing materials, videos, presentations, and website designs.Utilising 2D and 3D design skills to conceptualise and create innovative packaging design solutions.Successfully managing projects of varying scales, collaborating with multiple stakeholders to ensure positive outcomes and timely delivery.

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  HP

  Jan 2023 - now

  Technical Writing Intern