Rob Jelinski

Experience

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  Liz Young Studio, llc.

  Sept 2003 - Dec 2003

  Design Intern

  • Drafted concepts and proofs for brand identity projects• Designed marketing collateral and event flyers for agency events• Created web ads for clients (animated gif banners and skyscrapers) • Assisted creative director with various projects and gained insights on business operations

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  Met-Speed Label

  Dec 2003 - Jun 2006

  Prepress Manager and Production Artist

  • Was responsible for art direction of all projects.• Managed employees, daily operations, and project scheduling to meet production deadlines.• Designed packaging• Performed art adjustments, preflight reviews, and final output of packaging for flexography and hot stamping.• Handled IT of computers and small network

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  Label Graphics, Mfg.

  Jul 2006 - Dec 2007

  Production Artist and Prepress Operator

  • Designed packaging• Performed preflight reviews, art adjustments, and final output of complex packaging for various disciplines including: flexo, letterpress, silk screening, hot stamping and embossing• Handled brands such as: Calvin Klein, Celine Dion, Advil®, Genteal®, Skin Effects™,Halo®, Alavert®, The Ritz-Carlton®, Elizabeth Arden, Martha Stewart, Centrum®, Chapstick®, Robitussin®, Sundari, Hummer™, Domo™, Mucinex® and Star Wars™

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  Early Riser, Incorporated

  Dec 2007 - Jun 2008

  Creative Director

  • Assisted president in the management of design studio.• Designed marketing/ branding materials such as: corporate identity, stationary, business cards, booklets, brochures, posters and signage.• Created and designed all company and product marketing. • Managed clientele.• Researched and developed custom stationary products for Never Forgotten Tributes®.• Reviewed and released all artwork to printers of various disciplines.• Handled IT of computers and small network.• Maintained brand integrity through development to pending release of product line. Show less

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  Rob Jelinski Studios, llc.

  Jan 2009 - now

  Founder & Director of Strategy

  • Created and delivered award-winning strategy services to global clientele across industries• Offered consulting and business advisory services to client organizations on marketing, branding, business innovation and growth• Coached and mentored founders to brainstorm new ideas, increasing revenue and media opportunities as seen in Forbes, New York Times, CBS, and NBC• Delivered focused executive, career coaching services to CEOs, Presidents, Founders, Co-Founders, Entrepreneurs, and Managers to transition into new roles and mindsets, develop soft skills to boost productivity, and identify emerging/ in-demand skills that could open new doors of opportunity• Spearheaded sales efforts which increased contracts, partnerships, and revenue• Supervised operations including project management, workflows, and talent• Designed and led learning experiences (workshops, cohorts, intensives) with client organizations (universities, business centers, chambers & chapters), virtually and in-person• Delivered public speaking services (lectures, speeches, panels, keynotes, interviews, firesides) for brands, universities, business centers, chambers & chapters Show less

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  Infinite™ Design Agency

  Jan 2009 - now

  Design Director & Founder

  • Created unique processes and procedures for talent to deliver award-winning design services (brand design, packaging, collateral, signage) to clients across industries and around the globe• Led art department including of culture and staffing of talent, project workflows, scheduling, etc.• Oversaw daily operations to ensure business ran efficiently and smoothly• Brought in new sales, nurtured accounts, and casted vision for innovation• Started and grew our community of clients, business owners, and creatives• Directed the advancement and integrity of agency image within industry• Designed & Art Directed typeface amassing 200M+ global uses/ downloads with inclusions in Adobe Fonts & Google Fonts libraries and apps such as the Adobe product family, Canva, and GoDaddy Studio• Appeared for press & media Interviews, talks, presentations, and panels on design, creativity and our agency• Curated as-seen-in media including New York Times, Forbes, CBS, Tribeca Film Festival Show less

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  Rising Tide Capital

  Sept 2011 - now

  Business Coach

  • Provided startup coaching to validate business ideas and assist with development, increasing brand visibility and success rates within 1st year of launch• Mentored entrepreneurs to brainstorm new ideas (products, services, content, pitches, courses, subscriptions) increasing revenue and media opportunities as seen in Forbes, New York Times, and CBS.• Developed brand, marketing, and growth strategies in 1 to 1 and team settings for small businesses, building marketing infrastructures for website, digital marketing, & online presence• Delivered coaching services to founders, supporting growth, change, and community-building, improving brand image and company culture• Created sales strategies for solopreneurs, producing new corporate contracts• Other Coaching Services and Specialties include Mindset Coaching, Bootstrapping Methodologies, Industry Best Practices, Operations, Breaking into New Markets, Pricing Strategy, Networking, etc. Show less

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  Dempsey & Carroll

  May 2014 - Oct 2014

  Freelance Designer

  • Designed luxury stationery collections for high-profile clientele such as fashion designers and runway illustrators• Coordinated with and reported directly to the art director and project managers to ensure high quality and design marks were met for both client and our brand's reputation (over 100 years)

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  The Sound Press

  May 2016 - now

  Brand Designer

  • Designed branding, style guides, and key assets for agency and its clients• Designed advertising images and brand deliverables for clients across industries (Fintech to Automotive)• Created collateral in line with brand guidelines for print and digital circulation• Collaborated and strategized directly with project managers on high-ticket accounts to ensure highest quality designs and on-time delivery of projects• Designed and handled print collateral templates for each major automotive brand (Domestic, Foreign, Luxury) totaling 25-30 brochures (English and Spanish) Show less

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  Various

  Nov 2020 - now

  • Delivered speaking services (panels, keynotes, interviews, fireside chats) for brands, universities, business centers, chambers & chapters) to inspire executives, founders, creatives, entrepreneurs, and nextgen leaders in their unique path, virtually and in-personEntrepreneurship: Charting A Course Of Individuality & Purpose, ImmerseEducation at UC Berkeley (2024)The Power of Brand Marketing Lecture, Various Universities (2024)Storytelling Marketing Keynote, Various Organizations (2022, 2023)Brand Design from an Agency Perspective Lecture, Various Companies (2021, 2022)Creating Your Personal Brand Keynote, CreativeMornings (2020)Brand Strategy For Designers & Artists Keynote, Brooklyn Art Library (2019)The Story of Beth Ellen Presentation, TypeThursdays at Type Directors Club (2019)Brand Marketing for New Graduates Lecture, Saint Peter's University (2018)Digital Marketing for Startups keynote, Rising Tide Capital at Rutgers School of Business (2018)Marketing For Independent Music Artists Expert Panel, Inspired Artist Movement (2016)Brand Power For Small Business Keynote, Newark Public Library (2016)Creative Paths Fireside Panel, Inspired Artist Movement (2015)The Greatness of Creativity Talk, Small Talks NYC (2013)Website Strategy & Planning Presentation, Rising Tide Capital (2011)• Honored to be seated as a competition judge (expert/ industry specific) and be interviewed (on camera and for podcasts)'Hold Onto Courage in Your Leadership' Founder Stories podcast, Yacine Cherif for SuperTalk (2024)'Leadership & Industry' on-camera interview, Chris Denson for Fast Company (2023)'Web Design for Small Business' on-camera interview, Circle Day Film Crew for Squarespace (2023)Business Pitch Competition Semi-Finalist Judge, Start Something Challenge (2017)Artistic Journey Storytelling/ Interview, Terry A. Smith for The Life Christian Church (2017) Show less • Leveraged skills as a business leader with 20+ years (storytelling, keynote, interpersonal, & thought/ reflection facilitation) to lead business development and innovation classes and cohorts for universities, business centers, chambers & chapters), virtually and in-person• Provide individualized feedback, coaching, and mentorship (1:1) to participants as requested by client organizations inline with contract and program• Authored original courses, bootcamps, and accelerators on branding, marketing, startup, and entrepreneurship (intensives, multi-part, & self-guided)Branding Strategy For Entrepreneurs & Small Businesses, Independent (2021-Present)SMB Marketing Bootcamp (teaching Branding, Storytelling, Content Mapping, & Creation, & Brand Marketing), Various Organizations (Annual, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)Branding Accelerator (teaching Brand Strategy, Brand Identity, & Brand Marketing), Various Organizations (Annual, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024)Pop Culture Branding: How To Build A Strong, Visual Identity Course, Various Organizations (Annual, 2014, 2015) & Brooklyn Art Library (2016) Show less

  • Keynote Speaker

    Mar 2011 - now

  • Industry Expert/ Workshop Designer & Facilitator

    Nov 2020 - now
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  Think Art Director™

  May 2023 - now

  Talent Host & Mentor to Creatives

  • Interviewed clients, colleagues, and legends of creative industries to offer top-tier content to our thriving community of industry professionals• Delivered mentorship services to creative leaders (Junior to C-Suite) to brainstorm new ideas and workshop around challenges, allowing them to travel their own, unique career paths with confidence• Provided career coaching (including L&D) services to industry professionals (Mid-Journey to C-Suite) to develop soft skills and identify emerging/ in-demand skills that could open up new opportunities for them• Completed portfolio reviews and project critiques to provide next-gen leaders and students with industry feedback and insights in an encouraging, supportive space'Creativity, Curated' Joseph Awuah-Darko, Artist & Art Curator (2024)'Designer On Set' Sydney Saneun Hwang, TV/ Film Designer (2024)'Highest Potential' Chase Trav, Brand Designer (2023) Show less