Gary Halpin
Graphic Designer
Graphic Designer with 13+ years of experience in packaging, print production,
and branding. Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, illustration, and production workflows, delivering creative solutions for retail, marketing, and digital campaigns.
Education
Southern New Hampshire University
April 2016 - May 2021
Bachelors
Media Arts w/conc. in Web Design
Graphics and Layout in Print Media • Digital Graphic Design for the Web • Advanced Digital Imaging • Digital Publishing
Dublin Institute of Technology
Sept 1999 - May 2001
Certificate
Design Presentation
Graphic Design • Photography • Model Making • Illustration • Packaging Design
Skill Set
Work Experience
Compass Health Brands
Feb 2019 - Present
Sr. Graphic Designer (since 2024)
Graphic Designer (2021 - 2024)
Jr. Graphic Designer (Feb 2019 - 2021)
- Design packaging, marketing collateral, and retail assets for a portfolio of consumer health products
- Create illustrations, social content, and multimedia, including video and photography
- Ensure brand consistency across all visual assets and product lines
- Support product launches with cohesive visual campaigns across omni channels
SpeedPro Imaging
Feb 2016 - Feb 2019
Print Production Manager/Graphic Designer
- Managed production workflow for wide-format printing operations, overseeing equipment, supplies, and a team of 2 production assistants
- Designed large-scale graphics including vehicles, wall murals, and window displays
- Maintained high standards of quality control and efficient turnaround times for projects
WB Mason
May 2013 - Dec 2016
Print Representative
- Designed print and promotional materials for a wide range of clients
- Created Web-to-Print templates and executed variable data printing using FusionPro
- Managed print orders, including quoting, specifications, and order processing
- Coordinated with customers, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project accuracy and timely delivery
Staples Copy and Print Store
Feb 2009 - May 2013
Production Specialist
- Manage print production and inventory management
- Working directly with customers at the point of sale
- File preparation and pre-press work – gained a thorough knowledge of digital print
Freelance Design
May 2009 - Present
Graphic Designer
- Deliver branding, logo design, and marketing materials for clients across non-profit, retail, and media industries
- Collaborate with clients to develop creative concepts and execute final deliverables