John Ficklen
Multimedia Graphic Designer with a passion for delivering elevated experiences through all forms of media, ranging from web or video to advertising and printed promotional materials.
I began using design as a means to help me and my friends express ourselves through various visual mediums. Now, nearly a decade later, I try to maintain that same love for expression when helping clients realize their brand's goals. Whether it be a simple logo, marketing posters, web posts, trade-show exhibits, or even full rebrands with complete style guides, I aim to give my clients a thoughtful and useful strategy.
Estes freight rebrand + various idents
I was tasked with creating a fictional rebrand for any company I like so I chose Estes. This is a large freight company in the USA and in my opinion needs a rebrand! I gave it a very large overhaul but created key elements that harken back to the original branding while creating something new.Programs used: AI, Blender, PS
bug.net identity + motion graphics
I worked with an art collective to design their launch video and create the visual language for their brand. They wanted to create somewhat of a journey through internet emotion. They allowed me to have creative freedom and we produced this video, posters, and wallpapers for desktops.Programs used: AE, AI, Blender, PS
3dt virtual kombat
I entered and placed first in a contest in which the goal was to create a short video that delivered the websites message creatively and effectively. I used Illustrator and After Effects for the logo animation and various text animations as well as blender to build the city and animate the characters.Programs used: AE, AI, Blender, PS
friendship classic logos
The Friendship Classic is an annual charity golf event that takes place in Georgia. I was commisioned for the 4th and 5th anniversary. I worked with the organizers to create a new logo identity that can be modified and reused for years to come. We also produced various forms of merchandise from clothing to posters.Programs used: AI, PS.
various looping visuals
An assortment of looping visuals for streamers, live music performances, and other clients.Programs used: AE, AI, Blender, PS
nexus brand guidelines
Nexus is a company that provides a connection between soon-to-be graduates or newly graduates with people in their field of interest to foster growth in the community. I designed the logo, selected the typeface, created standards to follow such as color choice, art direction, and animation decisions.Programs used: AI, Blender, PS
brainbug club visuals
This client was performing at a local venue and wanted both printed and digital visuals for their set. They had some set ideas for their branding but they gave me creative freedom. The result was a new logo type that they maintain today, a poster that could be divided to meet social media needs and work with stage setups, and a style that they can use to influence future releases and design choices.
I designed everything except the female model which is from 3DPEOPLE.Programs used: Blender, PS, AI
fake subaru ad
This client wanted a design that could be printed acrylic and mounted to a 1 x 1 meter frame. We discussed various styles and ultimately settled on a japanese ad style for a legendary 22b STI.Programs used: PS, AI
larry league - ran sum cover
Collaborated with Larry League and Jason Lindner of Highdeas Productions to create this cover for their new single "Ran Sum" under the label Hood-Rich. We worked to establish the vision for the cover, Jason took the photos, and I masked, edited, and composed the final image.Programs used: PS, AI
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