Resume

Timothy Bartz

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Multimedia Designer

Education


M.S. Creative Marketing Design
Wayne State College 2023

B.A. Graphic Design
Wayne State College 2022

Creative Skills


2D & 3D Design
Motion Graphics
Web Design
UX/UI Design
Layout Design
Photography
Typography
Branding
Color Theory
3D Modeling
3D Animation
Video Production & Editing
Vender & Contractor Coordination
Content Planning

Software


Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Lightroom
Adobe Premiere Pro
Adobe After Effects
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe XD
Blender
Sketch
Figma
WordPress
HTML
CSS
Trello
Shopify
HubSpot
Microsoft Office Suite

Awards


2023 American Advertising Federation
  • Silver (x3): Elements of Advertising, Out of Home & Ambient Media, Cross Platform
2023 Indigo Design
  • Gold Award (x2): Infographics for Graphic Design, Integrated Graphic Design for Graphic Design
  • Silver Award (x2): Illustration for Social Change, Mix Media/Moving Image for Social Change

References


Amanda Robb
Product Marketing Specialist
Diamond Mowers
605.366.7420

Ben Gutnik
Digital Marketing Specialist
Carsforsale.com
605.201.8920

Greg Ptacek
Owner/Brewer
Johnnie Byrd Brewing
402.640.1989

About


I’m a Multimedia Designer with expertise in 2D and 3D design, web design, photography and videography, making me adaptable and committed to continuous personal and professional growth though various media. Skilled in delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines, I thrive in collaborating with teams, and managing multiple projects while crafting engaging visuals that align with strategic goals.


Experience


Adjunct Instructor
Mount Marty University, Yankton, SD 2025—Present
  • Develop new courses, including authoring course descriptions, learning outcomes, and assessment materials.
    • Fundamentals of Graphic Design, first offering Spring 2026
    • Photography (Digital), first offering Spring 2026
  • Collaborate with current administration to determine need for innovative creative courses that serve multiple disciplines at the university.

Studio Technician
Mount Marty University, Yankton, SD 2025—Present
  • Organize and catalog materials and equipment for each studio in the Art Department.
  • Ensure students have the necessary materials to facilitate a productive learning environment.
  • Determine need and budget for new and supplemental materials and equipment.

Multimedia Designer
Diamond Mowers, Sioux Falls, SD 2023—Present
  • Craft visually compelling layouts for both digital and print media, ensuring consistency with brand identity and readability across formats.
  • Design eye-catching, on-brand visual content tailored to each social platform to support campaigns, promotions, and community engagement.
  • Develop brochures, signage, presentations, sell sheets, event materials, and digital ads that effectively communicate key messages to internal and external audiences.
  • Plan, shoot, and edit both photos and video highlighting products, people, and experiences. This includes product shots, action footage, interviews, and behind-the-scenes moments.
  • Create detailed 3D models and photorealistic renders to support product visualization, animations, and marketing materials.
  • Design clean, responsive, and user-friendly web interfaces. Handle light front-end development tasks to implement updates and ensure seamless integration with existing platforms.
  • Manage the scheduling and coordination of shoots; working closely with outside contractors, engineers, and field techs to align logistics and capture needed content.

Graduate Assistant
University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD2022—2023
  • Instructed students in the application of the elements and principles of design to develop strong visual communication skills.
  • Developed and delivered engaging course content, lectures, and demonstrations that encouraged experimentation, conceptual thinking, and technical precision.
  • Provided individualized feedback and formal critiques, teaching students how to analyze, present, and discuss their creative work through a professional and critical lens.
  • Evaluated coursework and maintained accurate academic records while ensuring alignment with departmental learning objectives and assessment standards.
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promoted creativity, constructive feedback, and peer-to-peer learning.

Graphic Designer
White Farmhouse Realty, Wayne, NE2021—2023
  • Designed and produced a variety of print and digital marketing materials, including property brochures, signage, email campaigns, and promotional content aligned with brand standards.
  • Created engaging photography and videography that showcased property listings, agent profiles, and community highlights, enhancing the company’s visual storytelling and market presence.
  • Assisted in refining brand identity through updated visual guidelines and cohesive digital templates, ensuring a professional and unified presentation of marketing materials.
  • Designed motion graphics for diverse video projects, delivering visually compelling and dynamic content.

Coordinator
Majestic Theatre, Wayne, NE2020—2022
  • Oversaw all aspects of theatre operations, ensuring sustainable growth and alignment with the organization’s artistic and community-driven mission.
  • Managed cross-functional teams and volunteer staff, providing direction, setting priorities, and ensuring an elevated customer service experience for each guest.
  • Led marketing and advertising initiatives across print and digital channels to elevate brand visibility, increase attendance, and engage diverse audiences.
  • Redesigned the organizational budget to improve efficiency, led fundraising campaigns, and secured grants that restored profitability and long-term stability.
  • Directed creative strategy for promotional materials and collaborated with local media to ensure consistent and compelling visual communication.
  • Developed and maintained partnerships with community organizations, local businesses, and Wayne State College’s film department to expand creative collaborations and outreach opportunities.
  • Applied design thinking, storytelling, and brand stewardship principles to strengthen the theatre’s public image and community impact.