My name is

Winston

Digital Design Director and Founder of VisionKwest Media

About

Some Things About Me

Upon graduating from the Maryland Institute College of Art with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, a Master of Arts in Teaching, and a Master of Arts in Digital, I spent 8 Years as a Director of Digital Solutions for the recruitment-advertising agency, Bernard Hodes Group. During that time in my career I fine-tuned my skills as a artist, manager, trainer and leading multimedia designer within the company.

Through the great efforts of the team of interactive consultants, designers and developers I assembled over the years, I have had the pleasure to work on an array of multimedia products for a diverse group of emerging businesses and fortune 500 companies. My experience includes work with such widely recognized companies as Sony, FedEx, Universal Studios, American Express, Home Depot, Bank of America, Lowe’s and more. Each product built was a unique client solution that pushed the knowledge and creativity of myself and my team.

In 2008 I started VisionKwest Media and built it on the premise that with every client, an opportunity exists to push the boundaries of design and technology, ensuring the delivery of a unique and progressive solution for each client, every time. I still hold true to that premise today.

Testimonials

As a manager, Winston helped shape my talents as a digital designer enabling me to move into my current Digital Director role.
Christa Lynch - Digital Director at VWC
Winston is an exceptional leader and a true talent. His knowledge on both the creative and technical side is invaluable.
Zahir Palanpur - CEO of Azularc Intl.

Degrees

  • Diploma

    I graduated from New World School of the Arts in 1994. Located in Miami, FL., New World School of the Arts is one of the top magnet schools for visual and performing arts in the country.
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts

    In 1998 I earned my BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art. During undergrad I focused on mixed media drawing and oil painting and double majored in education.
  • Master of Arts in Teaching

    After undergrad I went on to earn my first masters. The Master of Arts and Teaching degree, I earned at M.I.C.A., gave me the skills needed to be an effective instructor and manager.
  • Master of Arts in Digital

    I earned my final masters immediately following the completion of my first. The digital masters, I earned at M.I.C.A., gave me the tools needed to be an interactive professional.

Resume

Work Experience

EY

2017 - Present

Lead UX Visual Designer, Enterprise UX, IT Services at EY - In 2017, EY offered me the opportunity to work with their award winning UX team.

Technomedia

2013 - 2017

Digital Project Design Director - In 2013, I was offered the opportunity to aid Technomedia in bringing unity to their digital brand marketing and to help build a team to support their design needs.

VisionKwest Media

2008 - Present

Owner, DDS - I am the driving force behind the creativity and forward thinking that happens at VisionKwest Media. I started VisionKwest Media in 2008 with the mission of delivering cost-effective yet professional websites to small businesses.

Benard Hodes Group

2000 - 2008

Director of Digital Solutions - Over the 8 years I was with Bernard Hodes group, I built and supervised the interactive creative department within the southern region. The team consisted of in-house creatives/developers and independent contractors.

Skills

    UX Design & Management 98%

    Mobile Responsive Design 98%

    Multimedia Design 95%

    Content Management Systems 80%

    Project Planning & Management 90%

    Technology Research & Management 95%

    Building Interactive Creative Departments 90%

    Building a culture of inclusion 100%

Portfolio

Contact

I'm interested in obtaining an Interactive Creative Director position, where I can apply my knowledge of the user experiece design, interactive department building and management skills to deliver quality professional products that will aid in generating more revenue and continued recognition for your company. The best way to contact me is by sending me a message through the form below or calling me directly at 678.793.0040. I look forward to hearing from you.