Shawn Ross

Professional Summary

An extremely versatile multimedia artist, illustrator, and animator with a dynamic background as a creative director, educator, and artist. Expertise in teaching, design, illustration, UX/UI design, and creative expression through visual and performance arts. Adept at fostering engaging learning environments and producing innovative artistic projects. Recognized for excellence in artistry and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Objective

A multimedia artist with over 25 years of multidisciplinary design experience, seeking a role in a collaborative environment where I can work within a team of creatives to produce innovative, user-focused designs. With a background in architecture, UX/UI, education, art, illustration, and design, I aim to leverage my expertise in empathic design and storytelling to drive impactful projects that solve real-world problems and elevate user experiences.

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Education

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Visual Art – University of Nevada, Reno, Reno, NV (2024)
• Master of Education (M.Ed) – University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ (2005)
• Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) – Washington State University, Pullman, WA (2001)
• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Architecture – Washington State University, Pullman, WA (2001)

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Professional Experience

Creative Director/Art Director
Redesign Revolution, Mill Creek, WA (2024–Present)

• Lead and produce Redesign Revolution, a content platform focused on improving product design through empathic redesigns, critiques, and educational insights.
• Develop and execute engaging YouTube episodes and podcasts, social media content, and digital resources, teaching designers and consumers how to identify and improve bad design.
• Utilize a multidisciplinary design background to analyze and redesign packaging, print, industrial products, and user experiences, demonstrating how small tweaks can have a significant impact.

Instructor – Beginning Drawing
Edmonds Community College, Edmonds, WA (2024)

• Designed and taught introductory drawing courses, focusing on foundational techniques and creative expression.
• Provided individualized feedback to foster artistic growth among diverse student groups.

Kindergarten Educator
Kings School, Shoreline, WA (2022–2023)

• Developed and implemented lesson plans to promote academic, social, and emotional development in young learners.
• Collaborated with parents and staff to support student progress and engagement.

English Language Instructor
VIP Kids, Remote (2018–2022)

• Delivered online English lessons to international students, focusing on language acquisition and cultural fluency.
• Utilized digital tools to create interactive and engaging learning experiences.

Creative Director/Art Director
2fore Pictures, Mill Creek, WA (2011–2017)

• Produced high-quality visual content for a range of projects, including documentaries, educational videos, and promotional media.
• I did it all as founder and one-man operation everything any high quality video and photo company would need.
• All pre-production, production, and post production of capturing video, stills, audio, editing, motion graphics, and special fx I was in charge of providing and creating.

Videographer/Editor/Motion Designer
Venture Church, Mill Creek, WA (2016–2017)

• I was in charge of production of capturing video and audio of the sermons.
• I did all editing post production and motion graphics and final delivery of edited video to the social media team.

Creative Director/Sfx/Motion Designer
Eastlake Church, Bothell, WA (2014–2016)

• Produced high-quality visual content for a range of projects including, educational videos, and promotional media.
• I did everything from pre-production, production, video and audio capture, editing, special fx, motion graphics, and final delivery to all teams.

Middle School Math/Science Teacher
Mukilteo School District, Everett, WA (2005–2010)

• Taught interdisciplinary STEM courses, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Integrated hands-on projects to enhance student understanding of complex concepts.

Architecture Intern
Freiheit & Ho Architects, Bellevue, WA (2002–2005)

• Assisted in drafting, design, and project coordination for residential and commercial architecture.

Architecture Intern
Ward Young Architects, Truckee, CA (2001)

• Contributed to conceptual designs and technical drawings for high-end architectural projects.

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Awards & Certifications

• Excellence in Performance/Artistry – University of Nevada-Reno, Reno, NV (2024)
• Google UX Certification – Google, Seattle, WA (2024)
• UX/UI Design Certification – CalArts, Santa Clarita, CA (2024)

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Creative Work

Solo Exhibitions

• Everyday Echoes, PKULTRA Gallery, Seattle, WA (2024)
• Sonic Spectra of Time, Garage Door Gallery, Incline Village, NV (2024)

Group Exhibitions

• Games They Played, Garden Gallery, Incline Village, NV (2023)
• Spells, Ancestors, and Place, Tahoe Gallery, Incline Village, NV (2023)
• Conversations in Snow, Tent Gallery, Incline Village, NV (2022)
• Found and Lost in Time, Trailer Gallery, Incline Village, NV (2022)

Performances

• Everyday Echoes, Garage Door Gallery, Incline Village, NV (2024)
• Sonic Echoes, PKULTRA Gallery, Seattle, WA (2024)

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Publications

• The Design Edge – Weekly Newsletter Founder/Contributor (2024–Present)
• The Hidden Side of Design – Weekly podcast. Founder and host (2024-Present)

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Skills

• Artistic: Illustration, performance art, visual storytelling
• Technical: Drafting, photography, videography, digital product design, motion graphics. illustration
• Teaching: Curriculum development, student engagement, interdisciplinary instruction

Tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Figma, Krita, Inkscape