Deb chute

Award-winning designer with over 20 years of experience in global media with Condé Nast Publications and The New York Times Company.
Proven ability to engage across all media, including video, print, digital, social media, signage and other branded experiences.  A history of successfully prioritizing and delivering multiple projects that delivered increased business in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Recently transitioned to the academic sector and looking for an opportunity where experience and passion can
truly impact an industry in transition.

APPLICATIONS

InDesign            PowerPoint

Photoshop         Keynote

Illustrator           Acrobat Professional

QuarkXPress     Squarespace

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Delivers a sophisticated, yet modern, sense of design, with the ability to develop, implement and convey concepts/ideas.

Possesses in-depth knowledge of high-quality print/prepress production processes.

Brings solid business relationships with industry vendors and insiders.

AWARDS AND DISTINCTIONS

Condé Nast Marketer of The Year Award, 2010

Connecticut Art Directors Club Awards,
2005–2012

Custom Content Council Gold Pearl Award

2009–2013 Golf Pearl Awards; Best in Custom
Publishing Award for 2012 Masters Journal

Summit Creative Award for Golf Digest Celebrity Invitational video, 2007

Graphic Design USA Award, 2000–2002,
2005–2010

Creativity 37, 2007

American Graphic Design Awards, 2007–2009

Min’s Editorial & Design Award, Custom Publication Design for Masters Journal

EDUCATION

University of Connecticut

Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design/Biological Sciences/Anatomical Illustration, Dean’s List

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SACRED HEART UNIVERSITY, Fairfield, CT
Associate Director of Creative Services,
January 2016 to present

Protector and promotor of the University
brand through the creation of high impact
designs and experiences.

Design and manage the production of print,
digital, video and other communications  
requested by University personnel within
allocated budgets and timelines.

Supervise all in-house creative services
including design, photography and video. 

Manage and protect University brand identity across all platforms.

Serve on committees as needed and be a
resource to all departments and University personnel regarding their design needs.

Ensure continued quality and relevance of University’s graphic communications.

CONDÉ NAST PUBLICATIONS
Golf Digest, New York, NY
Executive Creative Director,
April 2001–September 2015

Managed teams of creative professionals
and freelancers in New York, NY and Wilton,
CT for 20+ years.

Designed and produced The Golf Digest Annual Charity Report platform inpartnership with the PGA Tour—driving $700,000 incremental advertising revenue for “Golfers Who Give Back” issue.

Developed and created the “Golf Digest Collection,” a curated collection of photographs, signed memorabilia and gifts, that has resulted
in $50,000 of annual incremental business and served as the business model for the Condé
Nast Collection.

Oversaw the management of $1M annual
creative services marketing budget.

Collaborated with integrated marketing team
to maintain branding consistency on all
publication websites, presentations, videos
and marketing campaigns.

Designed custom advertorial campaigns for key clients, including FedEx, Rolex, Deutsche Bank, Porsche, Brooks Brothers, Nike, The Tiger Woods Foundation, Travelers, Lexus, Macy’s, Polo Ralph Lauren, Citibank, Chevron, American Express,
Avis, RBC, Wells Fargo among others.     

For 22 years, designed and produced the Official Masters Journal for Augusta National Golf Club— annually read nationwide by 100,000 consumers.

Created and supervised the multimedia production for Golf Digest’s PGA Show space, as well as all graphics for external events and tournaments.

THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY
MAGAZINE GROUP
Trumbull, CT
Art Director, February 1988–April 2001

Directed a team of designers responsible for all marketing collateral for Golf Digest, Golf World, Tennis, Snow Country, Cruising World and Sailing World magazines. Group purchased by Condé Nast in 2001, promoted to Executive Creative Director.

YACHTING MAGAZINE 
Greenwich, CT
Art Director, January 1984–December 1987

Oversaw execution of complete redesign. Designed overall graphic concepts, layouts and typography for monthly, four-color international magazine. Supervised prepress and printing, responsible for color corrections. Commissioned and directed freelance photographers and illustrators. Photographed subjects and events for publication.

STAMFORD MUSEUM AND NATURE CENTER
Stamford, CT
Art Director, January 1982–December 1983

Conceived and produced scientific exhibits. Supervised all aspects of photography and installation. Designed and produced brochures, newsletters and invitations.

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