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Hi, I am Kelly Ludwig, a graphic design by trade, a collector of self-taught art, an instructor at the Kansas City Art Institute and road trip fool by passion …
Kelly Ludwig's Bio:
Kelly Ludwig's Experience:
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Assistant Professor at Kansas City Art Institute
August 2009 - Present | Kansas City, MOI taught a variety of design classes, including: - Color, Form and Production, a sophomore level class with emphasis on best practice, as well as theory. - Online Presence for the Artist, open to all non-design students to help them build their portfolio websites, and integrate a variety of social media platforms - Professional Practice, a senior level class to prepare graduating students for "the real world." Projects ranged from portfolio building, website development, creating a print catalog and curating the senior show.
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Author, developer at Detour Art
December 2005 - PresentDetour art is an online resource dedicated to the sheer joy of outsider, folk, visionary, self-taught, vernacular art and environment discoveries found all along the back roads (and side streets) around the world.
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Director of Mobile Products at Propaganda3
2011 - October 2012 | Kansas City, MOSpecializing in Apple’s iOS mobile platform, I have successfully implemented my own mobile apps as well as worked with others to bring them to fruition. I worked with the producers and developers helping navigate the latest mobile technologies, strategies, and “rules of the road” which constantly change. It’s hard to keep up with what currently is the best path to take for yourself or your clients. Lucky for you, I love keeping up with the latest in mobile marketing and technology and can consult with you on the variety of options that await you. User Experience Design Combining 25+ years of visual design and brand experience with the latest strategies in information architecture for both mobile and desktop design. UI/UX (user interface/user experience) Site maps Wireframes Use case scenarios
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Vice President of Marketing and Production Management at RiseUp Publications
January 2008 - October 2008 | Kansas City, MOResponsibilities include initial design of weekly tabloid-style magazine created for national distribution, marketing and sales materials, production scheduling, management.
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Art director at Minturn Advertising
1984 - 1987 | Kansas City, MOI oversaw art direction and production management for a small advertising agency specializing in consumer food products. Duties ranged from print advertising to package design and fleet graphics.
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Art Director at J. R. Navarro and Associates
1983 - 1984 | Los Angeles, CAStarting as an entry level production person, I quickly evolved to production management and art direction.
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Owner at Ludwig Design
May 1987 | Kansas City, MOOver 25 years of experience creating award-winning designs and managing a small design studio. Specializing in corporate identity programs, book design and production, marketing and promotional materials, web design and consultation, and trade show exhibits. This experience of navigating through design, advertising and marketing trends, translates to practical expertise that help clients (and students) chart their own courses with confidence and ease. Well-versed in Apple’s iOS mobile platform, I have successfully implemented mobile apps, working with talented producers and developers. I keep current with the latest mobile technologies and design strategies, and can translate that knowledge jargon-free. Specializing in responsive WordPress sites.
Kelly Ludwig's Education:
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University of Kansas
1978 – 1983Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Kelly Ludwig's Interests & Activities:
Photography, outsider art, road trips, live music