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Kirk Nelson
full-tilt graphic design
Specializing in graphic design and art direction Fireball Studios' founder and creative force, Kirk has been a player in San Francisco and Bay Area advertising for over 15 years. He's racked up high scores in a wide variety medias, from traditional print to cutting-edge interactive.
In addition to his design expertise, Kirk also has great finesse in digital imaging, photo realistic illustration, and high end photo retouching. In the online arena his skills are equally honed and capable of delivering web content, interface design, html programming, and site architecture that's made to order. Digital audio editing, mixing and remote multi-track recording round out his many talents.
Whether staring down a deadline or a working on a not-so-frantic time line, Kirk is fully adept at establishing project/production priorities and capable to move your vision from concept to final production.
Kirk received his BFA in graphic design from the Academy of Art College in San Francisco.
Agency experience includes:
Addison, Seefeld & Brew
Bravado
Butler, Shine, Stern & Partners
Charles Schwab Creative Services
FMG Marketing
FCB Healthcare
FCB Technology
Giant Creative Strategy
Kessler Group
Publicis Modem
R2C Group
Shugart Matson
Studio Archetype
Stratagem Healthcare
Viscira
Winterland Productions
Clients supported includes:
Actelion Pharmaceuticals
BioMarin Pharmaceuticals
Charles Schwab
Frito–Lays
InterMune
Led Zeppelin
Nintendo
Ocular Sciences
Old 97's
PDL BioPharma
Philips Sonicare
Qualcomm
Revo Sunglasses
San Mateo County Office of Education
WaMu
Wells Fargo
Resume and references available upon request.