ABOUT — Ryan Hanser

Thanks for stopping by.

I have been designing for most of my life, and have posted a handful of my favorite projects here. I’ve had the opportunity to work on some great projects with many talented people over the years. I love learning, and bringing bold and unique ideas to life. For me, design is something bigger than just images and text. It is a way of thinking that makes sense out of chaos, and informs and inspires. It starts with understanding your audience, and putting the right taste in the right place.

If you are interested in working together, or just want to connect, please shoot me an email or give me a ring. I am currently based in San Diego.

Ryan Hanser
619.674.1000
RyanHanser@gmail.com

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WORK EXPERIENCE

Hanser Design Studio | 2008-present
Ongoing freelance work for a wide range of clients.
Netflix, VICE, Yale School of Medicine, Cents of Relief.

Taylor Guitars | Graphic/Digital Designer 2019-current
Art direction and design for digital, print and retail. Brand design, UX, product branding. created ad campaigns, directed photoshoots, created content for web and social media. Designed custom guitars for artists. Built sets and interiors for content creation.

NIXON | Senior Designer 2017-2019
In-house art-director and designer working across multiple platforms to support marketing initiatives. Responsibilities included art direction, digital design and content creation for website, social media, web banners, email blasts, and marketing promotions. Created ad campaigns from concept, execution, and delivery. Designed motion graphics, PR kits, presentations, trade show booths, in-store graphics and pop. Worked with photographers, external vendors, and mentored interns.

DC Shoes | Senior Designer 2011-2013
Designed advertising campaigns, brand experiences, and marketing materials for print and digital use. Lead designer for trade show booths, retail spaces, and display fixtures. Managed internal and external specialists including photographers, models, fabricators, and production design teams. Supervised junior designers and interns.

PUMA | Senior Designer 2005-2008
Determined the look and feel of communications collateral for multiple product categories including: Motorsports, Ferrari, Ducati, Urban Mobility, PUMA bikes, Marcel Wanders, sailing, running, golf, and the PUMA store. Art directed, designed and executed packaging, branding, graphics, press releases, advertisements, & retail displays from conception through production. Oversaw the application of color, graphics, and materials for limited edition products. Developed visual identities and style guides for print campaigns. Led the conceptualization, project management, art-direction, casting, and budget of photo shoots. Collaborated with internal teams (designers, production, retail) and managed external vendors (photographers, artists, agencies, printers, copywriters.) Supervised junior designers and interns.

EDUCATION

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
BFA, Graphic Design

Georgia Institute of Technology
Masters, Industrial Design