Darrell Appelzoller

Art Director, Marketing, Stylist @Remote

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Hey there! It's great to meet you. My name is Darrell Appelzoller and I'm a creative pluralist with a diverse range of skills. I'm passionate about marketing, graphic design, large-format printing, branding, social media communications, website management, and CMS/CRM. I've had the pleasure of working with some big names in the industry, like Jonathan Adler, West Elm, and Walt Disney World Co., as well as collaborating with amazing academic institutions and non-profit organizations such as the Smithsonian Institute and NASA. I received my MFA in Photographic & Electronic Media from The Maryland Institute College of Art and I'm always looking for innovative solutions to help my clients succeed. Even in a world that can be challenging, I try to maintain a good sense of humor. Thanks for taking the time to read about me! Thanks // Darrell Appelzoller

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Work Background

Career BreakCaregiving

Jul. 2017*Between taking care of my parents who are both cancer survivors in their later years, I have also been working on small film projects to gain more experience as a set designer.*

Find Your Friends LLC MovieArt Department Coordinator

May. 2023 - Jun. 2023Las Cruces, NM · On-siteEfficiently manage and arrange resources for any film-related inquiries, including product placement clearance, thorough research, archiving, and designing background graphics to be used for set, marketing, and logos. Non-union.

Squeeler Film, Pig farmers LLCSet Dressing Assistant

Jan. 2022 - Mar. 2022Las Cruces, New Mexico, United StatesSet design on the production of the Squealer film being shot in Las Cruces, NM. Building set design and painting.

Aug. 2013 - Jul. 2019RemoteProvided Art Direction, Graphic Design, Photography and Media services to small businesses and non-profit organizations in North Carolina and Washington DC areas. I also designed graphics and print media using Adobe CC and WordPress, HTML/CSS, Sketch/Figma, and maintained websites. Additionally, they provided visual merchandising services and documented events through photography and social media management. Worked on a UX wireframe design project for an upcoming microsite for the Art and Design of the 20th Century exhibition at the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum.

Collage Strategy & MagazineArt Director & Brand Strategist

Apr. 2018 - Jul. 2018Greater Denver AreaAs someone who helps people with their online presence, I worked with five clients to make sure their websites and social media looked great. I gave them advice on what kind of content would work best and I used different tools like MailChimp, Constant Contact, and SlickText to help them with their digital marketing. To make sure everything looked amazing, I used software like Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign to design the websites and apps.

DeziArt Director | Graphic Design | Photo | Video

Jun. 2017 - Nov. 2017Greater Denver AreaAs an Art Director and Designer, I have experience working with clients like Valpak, Meineke, UPS, Budget Blinds, and OxyFresh using Adobe CC products, such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Muse, Premiere Pro, and Audition. I create digital content for social media using email and SMS marketing products like Mail Chimp, Constant Contact, and SlickText. I also develop website content using Adobe Premiere Pro and Audition with responsive design methods using Figma. Through designing monthly event graphics and sending email bursts via Constant Contact, I increased sales and saved printing and postage costs for Rocky Mountain Sewing & Vacuum by 6%. I also increased King Solomon's store traffic by 9% after consulting to use SMS messaging through Slick Text.

Jonathan AdlerVisual Merchandiser | Sales

Jun. 2015 - Jun. 2017Washington D.C. Metro AreaThrough my role as a visual merchandiser, I was able to create stunning and captivating floor sets for my personal clients using my expertise in power tools, lighting, and 3D layouts from Room Styler. My focus on luxury sales and attention to the needs of my domestic and international clients in luxury furniture and accessories allowed me to become one of the top three sellers in the company and increase sales by an impressive 20%. My dedication and commitment to my clients ensured that I regained the lead in the mid-Atlantic region, proving that hard work and diligence truly pay off.

Health HIVEvent Photographer | Design

Apr. 2017 - Apr. 2017Washington, District Of ColumbiaDocument, photograph, and update website and various social media channels for #SYNCH2017 conference that they hosted in Arlington, VA @ the Renaissance hotel.

University of North CarolinaIT Control Center Administrator

Jun. 2012 - Feb. 2013Chapel Hill, NCAs the experienced IT Control Center Administrator, it was my duty to proactively detect and swiftly resolve any problems that arose on campus. I was also responsible for efficiently coordinating with customers and responding to alerts through RAVE messaging. My extensive knowledge of networking and security fundamentals, including infrastructure troubleshooting, as well as Unix, Windows, Mac OS, Wiki, Drupal CMS, and HTML/CSS, enabled me to carry out my responsibilities with utmost confidence

New Mexico State University/NASA- Atmospheres NodeResearch Imaging Assistant | Mac IT

Jun. 1998 - Jul. 2009Las Cruces, New Mexico AreaWhile working at the Atmospheres Node, I successfully completed a variety of tasks such as archiving images, crafting abstracts, and designing websites with ease. Additionally, I provided exceptional IT support and successfully installed and maintained a wireless weather station and digital video system. I also produced accurate and detailed cost analysis reports to facilitate Mac OS computer upgrades for the group.

Rocket Racing LeagueGraphic Design Internship

May. 2006 - Jul. 2006-Brand Development: logos, T-shirts, banners. Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign. -Design of website downloadables: posters, desktop backgrounds. -Liaison between company and Large Format Print Shops. -Development of 3D- Wide Format Banners for trade shows.

NetflixBackground Actor

Nov. 2021 - Nov. 2021Las Cruces, New Mexico, United StatesBackground acting work for the production of the Netflix Chupa film.

Society of Hispanic Professional EngineersMarketing Coordinator

Jul. 2019 - Dec. 2020Los Angeles, California, United States · RemoteIn my role as the SHPE digital marketing coordinator, I was responsible for overseeing a wide range of tasks, including social media management, email communications, website maintenance, and targeted campaigns. I also took on video creation for our social media channels and ensure that our Google Analytics data is up-to-date and accurate. As a dedicated learner, I actively seek out opportunities to improve my skills through programs such as Blackbaud, Net Communities, and Google Analytics.

West ElmVisual Merchandiser | Sales

Mar. 2014 - Jun. 2015Tyson's Corner, VAResponsibilities include executing visual merchandising, seasonal floor sets, and interior design projects. Sets are constructed by recycling materials from previous seasons to be environmentally conscious. Outstanding social media photography is captured for new floor sets.

Smithsonian InstitutionArt Director & Graphic Designer,Photography,Media

Feb. 2013 - Aug. 2013Washington D.C. Metro AreaAs a Project Manager and Designer, I oversaw a multi-million dollar identity and branding revamp project. I served as a liaison between the advertising agency and the Smithsonian IT departments. We used Basecamp and Monday online management software to streamline workflow and track activities between multiple groups. I also provided media technology upgrade consulting, managed the website and blog using HTML/CSS, Drupal CMS, and WordPress, and documented the INNOSKATE 2013 skateboarding event. I produced a monthly innovation podcast and used Adobe Audition and ProTools for audio editing.

NC State UniversityDrupal UX Assistant, Photography

Feb. 2012 - May. 2012Raleigh, NCNorth Carolina State University's Office of Information Technology required website maintenance and content migration into a Drupal CMS for the Classroom Tech websites. I also photographed campus buildings and technology classrooms and maintained digital assets using a DAM management system and Sharepoint.

Maryland Institute College of ArtGraduate Photography, Design & Media Teaching Internship

Aug. 2009 - May. 2011Baltimore, Maryland AreaI was hired at MICA to instruct three undergraduate courses, focusing on art, design, photography, and large-format printing using Adobe CC and Epson 9800 series printers. I also contributed to the Hoffberger Graduate School of Painting, serving as a lab assistant for large format printing, and supported the Photographic & Electronic Media MFA department by documenting and archiving lectures. Furthermore, I curated the Gravity Gallery within the Graduate Studios building elevator, enhancing the visual experience for the community

Ethicon Endo-SurgeryProject Engineering Co-op

Jul. 2000 - Dec. 2000-Documented/redesigned process flow of the transportation of products between sites to ensure on-time delivery to vendors. -Helped in planning and allocation of the daily requirements of shipping material. -Work sample study on productivity of material coordinators. -Worked with WMS (Warehouse Management System) and CINCOM. -Reported bi-monthly, metric reports on product quantity levels available in warehouse. -Conducted time studies on endoscopic product line, to streamline assembly process.

Walt Disney WorldEngineering Shadow & Merchandising

Jul. 1997 - Jan. 1998Orlando, FL-Shadowed Engineering department and experience attractions in development. -Worked in merchandising for Towers Sales Unit in Epcot. -Designing displays, working registers. -Providing guests with information and directions.