About Me
Please Explore
George Ink. has been fortunate to be involved in many unique and interesting projects. Please relax and explore! ...And if you feel like it, let me know what you think below!
My Background
As a freelance designer, I have collaborated with esteemed clients such as PricewaterhouseCoopers Coty Inc. and the Women’s Sports Foundation, producing tailored designs that resonate with their audiences. My technical expertise spans Adobe Creative Suite, Blender, and web design tools like HTML and CSS, enabling me to create dynamic, multi-platform solutions. Additionally, my experience at Coty Inc. underscores my ability to handle high-stakes projects, such as designing in-store displays for Sally Hansen which contributed to record-breaking sales.
As an Adjunct Professor at Nassau Community College, I have developed and delivered curricula emphasizing industry-relevant graphic design and advertising art skills. This experience has strengthened my ability to manage projects, adapt to diverse audiences, and nurture creative collaboration.
Highlights of my qualifications include:
- Award-winning design work, including a BOLI Award for Advertising
- Advanced technical skills in 3D rendering, print production, and digital media design.
- Demonstrated ability to lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
My Skills
- Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat
- 3D Rendering & Modeling: Blender, experience with 3DS Max and Strata 3D
- Photo Manipulation, Illustration, and Print Production
- Website Design: HTML, CSS
- Educational Tools: Google Classroom, Blackboard, D2L Brightspace
- Macintosh & PC Platforms.
Professional Experience
Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY
Adjunct Professor, Art Department presently
- Develop curricula and create lesson plans for graphic design, advertising art, computer illustration, and print production courses.
- Teach in-person and synchronous online classes, guiding students through project-based instruction emphasizing industry-relevant skills and creative teamwork.
- Differentiate instruction for a diverse group of learners, fostering creativity and problem-solving.
George Ink., Bellmore, NY
Graphic Designer / Illustrator
- Design and illustrated books, commercial packaging, displays, and promotional items for clients such as 1-800-Flowers, Women’s Sports Foundation, and Tonar Music.
- Deliver exceptional graphic design and illustration, showcasing adaptability and a keen eye for detail.
Creative Display Solutions, Garden City, NY
Graphic Artist/Display Designer
- Directed art and design for large-scale tradeshow exhibits, including projects for Citibank and PricewaterhouseCoopers.
- Earned “Best in Show” at Florida’s FCCA Cruise Ship Conference.
- Designed interiors for the prestigious “Women of the World Conference,” honoring Maya Angelou and Condoleezza Rice.
Coty Inc. (Formerly Del Labs), New York, NY
Graphic Artist/Display Designer
- Head display designer for the Sally Hansen Brand, responsible for creating impactful in-store presentations for product launches.
- Contributed to the success of four of the top five best-selling products in Del Labs’ history.
- Implemented Strata-3D software, reducing comping expenses significantly.
- Built a 3D library of bottles and packages, streamlining production workflows.
Additional Teaching Experience
Westbury High School Ninth Grade Academy, Westbury, NY
Studio Art Teacher (Leave Replacement)
- Designed and presented lessons in contour drawing, colored pencils, acrylics, and watercolor painting.
- Organized and opened the school’s new art facility, converting a lecture room into a functioning art space.
- Guided students in creating a large-scale mural celebrating Black History Month.
Westbury Senior High School, Westbury, NY
Long-Term Substitute, Ceramics and Sculpture
- Taught clay hand-building, wheel-throwing, and sculpture techniques.
- Engaged students with lessons on 3D design, art history, and functional forms.
- Led students in creating and playing Nigerian Udu pot drums, culminating in a musical “jam” session.
Education and Certifications
- B.A. Education, Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
- M.A. Art, Eastern Illinois University
- Initial Certification Visual Arts K-12, New York State
- Initial Certification CTE Commercial Art 7-12, New York State
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Member, National Art Education Association
- Makerbot Certified Educator
- Grade 8 USSF Soccer Referee
- Bellmore PAL Soccer Coach
- Guest Teacher, Girl Scouts of America
- Volunteer, Special Olympics
- Art Teacher, Westbury Community Center Summer Program
- Guitar Instructor, Hofstra Continuing Education