HI, I'M MARK!
I’m a designer who believes the process is just as important as the final render.
I’m a "tools guy" at heart, obsessed with finding and building the systems that make work more efficient and results more reliable. Whether I’m streamlining a motion graphics workflow or figuring out a better way to wrangle assets for a creative brief, my focus is on empowering people to reach their goals with style and speed.
Over my decade-plus in the design industry, I’ve developed a broad toolkit across the Adobe Creative Cloud spanning photo manipulation, illustration, animation, video editing, and motion graphics. Until 2025, I honed these skills in-house at Ferguson Enterprises, where I was instrumental in establishing a consistent look and feel for key brands like Durastar, as well as their Non-Residential marketing campaigns. Today, I continue supporting Ferguson’s marketing efforts through freelance work with Randall Branding Agency while staying on the front lines of an ever-changing creative landscape.
In my current role as Senior Graphic Designer and Communications Manager at Red Chalk Studios, I handle a bit of everything. From brand identity and print layouts to heavy motion graphics work in After Effects, my diverse set of skills and ability to learn quickly have made me a valuable addition to the team. I also lead client communications for major accounts, serving as the main point of contact to manage expectations, streamline asset handoffs, and keep complex campaigns (like annual concert season rollouts) running on track.
I’m known for pairing high-end visual design with seamless account management, consistently earning praise from leadership and clients for executing complex, multi-asset rollouts on tight deadlines. I’m deeply committed to staying ahead of design trends and emerging technologies (AI tools included), and I'm always eager to refine my craft and take on new challenges.
WORK
• March 2026 / Current - Freelance Graphic Designer Randall Branding Agency
• March 2025 / Current - Sr. Graphic Designer and Communications Manager at Red Chalk Studios
• May 2022 / February 2025 - Graphic Designer III at Ferguson Enterprises
• March 2021 / May 2022 - Graphic Artist at Constant Pressure Athletics
• Feb 2014 / December 2020 - Multimedia Specialist Old Dominion University
PERSONAL
I love God, cars and coffee (just black please), meeting new people (typically over coffee), finding cool places to eat, collecting pocket knives and tossing around some kettlebells.
I was born and raised in Virginia, but have a fierce love for my new home in North Carolina, where I discovered an addiction to the Outer Banks and wide open skies. When I'm not busy being productive or spending time with my kids, you’ll probably find me diving into books. I love exploring topics like philosophy, productivity, parenting, and psychology, and I can easily get lost in conversations about any of these subjects.
I'm always eager to connect with new people! If you’re in need of a creative and motivated graphic designer to enhance your marketing initiatives, or if something I mentioned struck a chord with you and you’re just looking for someone to chat about anything and everything...
I was born and raised in Virginia, but have a fierce love for my new home in North Carolina, where I discovered an addiction to the Outer Banks and wide open skies. When I'm not busy being productive or spending time with my kids, you’ll probably find me diving into books. I love exploring topics like philosophy, productivity, parenting, and psychology, and I can easily get lost in conversations about any of these subjects.
I'm always eager to connect with new people! If you’re in need of a creative and motivated graphic designer to enhance your marketing initiatives, or if something I mentioned struck a chord with you and you’re just looking for someone to chat about anything and everything...
...feel free to reach out!
