About the
ARTIST

Christopher "Rolo" Rolofson

First and,
foremost, I’m
a storyteller.

I
am an art director and multidisciplinary designer with over 10 years of experience in agency, inhouse and freelance environments. I currently work for AXS TV as an Art Director and Senior Motion Graphics Designer, specializing in brand development for new shows and ongoing promotional marketing materials for the network.

CREATIVE SKILLS

  • Brand Building
  • Campaigns & Strategy
  • Concept Development
  • Creative Copywriting

LEADERSHIP SKILLS

  • Art & Creative Direction
  • Team Management
  • Client Presentations
  • Resource Management

Digital & Motion Graphics

In recent years, I have switched gears and now focus primarily on digital marketing and motion graphics. Projects include display advertising, email campaigns, web design, presentations, social campaigns, UI/UX, broadcast and radio.

Print

I’ve spent a large portion of my career on print materials. Projects include ad campaigns, brand identities, logos, direct mail, brochures, retail/POP, trade show, outdoor, vehicle wraps, logos, posters, and multi-page publications.

ART DIRECTION & MANAGEMENT

I have led and managed creative teams from initial concepts through completion. Roles included creative development, art direction, supervising external resources, overseeing asset libraries, photo shoots, agency training, and process development.

Technical Skills

I began my career in primarily print, moved into digital, and now...motion graphics.

In the last four years, I’ve made a big push to grow my skills within the Adobe Creative Suite. I have completed training in After Effects, Premiere Pro and Audition.

Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign 0 %

After Effects, Premiere Pro, and Audition 0 %

Traditional Media (photography and illustration) 0 %

Figma, Sketch, InVision, Pro Tools, HTML5, CSS3, Edge Animate, Axure 0 %

Award Winning Design

The Telly Awards: Silver Winner
Category: General-Reality
Show: Vinyl Obsession
45th Annual, 2024

The Telly Awards: Bronze Winner
Category: General-Entertainment
Show: SPIN’s 100 Greatest Rock Stars
45th Annual, 2024

NTCA Marketing Excellence Award
Category: Broadcast Campaign
Pieces: Whidbey Broadcast TV Spot
NTCA, 2020

American Inhouse Design Awards
Category: Social Media
Pieces: 5 Total Awards
DISH Music Social Series, Showtime Free Preview Post, Did You Know Post, Groundhog Day Post, Winter Olympics Post
GDUSA, 2018

American Inhouse Design Award
Category: Posters
Piece: PAWfest Summer Concert Poster Series
GDUSA, 2016

Silver Winner
Category: Illustration Campaign or Series
Piece: DISH Cares Infographic Series
Creativity International, 2016

Premier Print Awards
Category: Brochures and Collateral, Presentation Folders/Portfolios
Piece: 2012 and 2015 DISH Tech Guides
Printing Industries of America, 2012 & 2015

American Graphic Design Award
Category: Brochures and Collateral
Piece:2011 DISH Tech Guide
GDUSA, 2011

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design Concentration
Colorado State University

Work History

I have had the unique opportunity to work in corporate, agency and freelance jobs – all of which have helped me gain a comprehensive knowledge of different work environments, clients and cultures.

INHOUSE

Most of my experience is working for in-house teams that serve a larger enterprise of brands and products. I have held a variety of roles within the areas of design, art direction and management.

In that time I have worked across brands like DISH, SLING, OnTech, AXS TV, HDNet Movies and TNA IMPACT Wrestling. 

Agency

Prior to working for in-house teams, I worked for a boutique design agency called O2 Creative in Winter Park, CO. As part of a 5-person shop, I worked as a designer, copywriter, account executive and project manager.

We serviced a variety of business across the Front Range including retail stores, restaurants, golf courses, ski resorts and real estate companies.

Freelance/Contract

In addition to working stints as a contractor for creative staffing firms, I have worked as a Freelancer my entire career. I enjoy developing identities for small business owners launching or rebranding their business.

I have done work for a variety of businesses including law firms, horse farms, health care clinics, home contractors, fitness organizations, and non-profits.

Other Resources

You can also follow me on Instagram or LinkedIn.