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About Stephen /

A brief look into the calm, cool and collective Stephen

About Stephen

I'm a versatile individual with a diverse range of interests and talents. Whether it's tinkering with cars, nurturing plants in the garden, tackling construction projects, or experimenting in the kitchen, I thrive in each endeavor. My childhood dream of becoming a racecar driver led me to collect AFX slot cars, amassing over 60 models spanning half a century, complete with a dedicated track in my garage. While I enjoy various sports like basketball, baseball, and soccer, it's badminton where I truly shine. Raised by a mother who emphasized the importance of physical and mental well-being, staying fit has always been a priority for me. Despite my athletic pursuits, visual design has always been my passion. From painting to adding vibrant colors to my Lego creations, and creating dynamic banners for my slot car setups, I've consistently explored creative outlets. Proficiency in mechanical and architectural drawing paved the way for me to earn two college degrees and embark on a successful career in Graphic Design.

My Mission

My goal is clear: to deliver intelligent, innovative, and high-quality designs tailored to your business, regardless of its size. In today's digitally connected world, the significance of visual presentation cannot be overstated. It's a vital component for businesses striving to thrive in today's competitive marketplace. Yet, achieving quality visual presentation requires more than just pushing a button or mastering automated graphic programs. It demands a blend of education, experience, dedication to customer service, and a natural gift for design. My mission is to leverage these elements to ensure that your business identity not only makes a positive and memorable first impression but also leaves a lasting impact on all your customers.

Reason Why Stephen Is Your Choice

I bring a wealth of experience and talent to the table as a Visual/Graphic/Web Designer, adept in web, visual, and print design. My collaborative and interpersonal skills are exceptional, making me a charismatic team player with strong written and verbal communication abilities. Additionally, I excel in client and vendor relations, adept at negotiation and cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships. As a passionate and innovative creator, I specialize in developing imaginative visual marketing strategies and campaigns. Thriving in deadline-driven environments, I consistently meet or surpass budget expectations.

Testimonials

"While working at AT&T Advertising Solutions, I worked with Stephen on many design projects. He conceptualized creative designs for local and national advertising campaigns, provided local news paper layouts and assisted me with local barter successes ..."
Anne Grenier/ AT&T Marketing Manager

"Stephen has a great global brand aesthetic and overall design sensibility. From product designs to marketing communications and graphic design, he creates imagery that is on point with brand goals. Stephen is also a rare talent in his ability to both take specific design direction and to effectively collaborate with others. It is always a pleasure to work with a true design professional, and Stephen is one such individual..."
Jame Bolt, jrbolt@hotmail.com

"In my twenty-year career with AT&T it was my pleasure to work with Stephen W. Johnson. Stephen and I were coworkers and I had the opportunity to get to know his artistic flair and his management style as a senior employee and then as a subordinate. Stephen is unflappable in the face of adversity and constant deadline pressure. Our department served the creative needs of the largest advertising sales force in the nation and with that job came a constant demand for organization, creativity and steady results. Stephen excelled in all these areas as he worked to keep his artist productive by giving them the resources and the training they needed to keep productive and effective. Stephens's knowledge of Graphic Design techniques combined with strong sense fairness makes Stephen a multi-talented MVP to any team he joins. I highly recommend Stephen W. Johnson in either a creative or a management capacity as he excels in both areas..."
Tom Bianchini, Creative Director Sterling Direct Marketing

"Stephen never ceases to amaze me with his calming demeanor. He developed goals for each office to meet department objectives consistent with established priorities of publication book order. He is able to structure the workload in order to avoid a crisis. He identifies any problems and acted to rectify them by employing analytical thinking and sound judgment. Stephen leads by example. He aides subordinates in improving performance on the job. ..."
Vanessa Harris, AT&T Area Manager