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CELEBRATING OUR
GD USA
GD USA
55TH YEAR
GRAPHIC DESIGN USA
AMERICAN INHOUSE DESIGN AWARDS AUGUST 2018
SPONSORED BY
THE CREATIVE GROUP AND VERITIV
www.gdusa.com
AU GUST 2018
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AMERICAN INHOUSE DESIGN AWARDS SPONSORED BY
THE CREATIVE GROUP + VERITIV GDUSA’s American Inhouse Design Awards™ is the original and premier showcase for outstanding work done by inhouse designers and their departments. This year’s showcase of more than 500 projects winnowed from more than 6,000 entries reflects the increasingly expansive ways in which inhouse graphic designers solve problems, add value to their organizations, and help shape business and society, products and services, commerce, culture and causes. The entire showcase is also live on our popular website.
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ABOUT THE SPONSORS THE CREATIVE GROUP The Creative Group (TCG) is exclusive sponsor of GDUSA’s 2018 American Inhouse Design Awards™. TCG specializes in connecting creative, digital, marketing, advertising and public relations talent with the best companies. As a division of Robert Half, TCG offers flexible solutions to meet companies' project, contract-to-hire and full-time employment needs. They can also scale for large projects that require a team of creative professionals and, by partnering with sister division Robert Half Technology, deliver the most efficient and cost-effective staffing solutions for complex digital projects that call for both creative and technical skills. With locations in major markets across the United States and in Canada, TCG is proud to serve as a respected community partner in the cities where they live and work. More information, including job-hunting services and candidate portfolios, can be found at roberthalf.com/creativegroup. VERITIV®, EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR OF ENDURANCE® Veritiv® Corporation is, once again, co-sponsor of our Inhouse Design Awards. Headquartered in Atlanta and a Fortune 500® company, “Veritiv is a North American leader in business-to-business distribution solutions. Helping shape your business success drives everything we do. Our name is based on this commitment and on the core strengths of our business. Derived from verity, it says we are true to our word, our beliefs and your needs. The words connective and active in our name signify that we collaborate with you to create solutions that work hard for your business. In today's rapidly evolving marketplace, you need an edge.” Notable among its many papers for the graphic arts market is Endurance®. For ten years, Endurance has been a leading coated printing paper brand delivering the quality and reliability at a very competitive price. Endurance has the exceptional brightness level required to help give your creative that extra pop. Available in matching text and cover, and in both gloss and silk finishes. For those most concerned with sustainability, Endurance papers are Chain of Custody certified by the FSC. The performance extends to Endurance Digital, which is a production match to the folio sheet. This edition of GDUSA is printed on Endurance Gloss 60 Lb. Text, available exclusively from Veritiv. Learn more later in this special edition or visit veritivcorp.com/endurance.
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AMERICAN INHOUSE DESIGN AWARDS | BROCHURES + COLLATERAL
Company Name: Towson University Creative Services, Towson MD Client: Communications and Media Relations Title: Towson University Points of Pride Booklet Art Director: Rick Pallansch Designer: Daryana Rudenko Photographers: Kanji Takeno, Lauren Castellana
Company Name: Towson University Creative Services, Towson MD Client: TU Study Abroad Title: How Big Is Your World Brochure Art Director: Lori Marchetti Designer: Lori Marchetti Photography: Various TU Students Abroad
Company Name: Trident Seafoods, Seattle WA Title: Lent Brochure 2018 Creative Director: Krista Cowen Designers: Dawn Anderson, Krista Cowan Illustrator: Xiaonan Wang Photographer: Scott Pitts Food Stylist: Jean Galton Copywriter: Heather Miller
Company Name: Trident Seafoods, Seattle WA Title: Wild & Simple Brochure Creative Director: Krista Cowen Designer: Dawn Anderson Photographer: Scott Pitts Food Stylist: Jean Galton Copywriter: Joe Hartigan
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Company Name: Trinity Church Wall Street, New York NY Client: Stations of the Cross and Trinity Church Wall Street Title: Stations of the Cross Art Director: Rea Ackerman Designer: Marc Tremitiere
Company Name: Trinity Wall Street, New York NY Title: Dos Worlds Brochure and Collateral Designer: Susie Ng
Company Name: U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Washington DC Title: U.S. Chamber of Commerce Recruiting Brochure Art Director: Lisa Noble Photographer: Ian Wagreich
Company Name: University of New Haven, West Haven CT Client: Undergraduate Admissions Title: Music Programs Brochure Designer: Chris Teodosio Photographer: Don Hamerman
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AMERICAN INHOUSE DESIGN AWARDS | PACKAGING
Company Name: Happy Family Brands, New York NY Title: Happy Tot Fiber & Protein Bars Art Director: Rebecca Kovalcik
Company Name: Happy Family Brands, New York NY Title: Happy Tot Branding Package Redesign Art Director: Rebecca Kovalcik Photographer: Charles Schiller
Company Name: Hitachi Vantara, Santa Clara CA Title: Hitachi Vantara Employee Kit Creative Directors: Kaycee Carmichael, Douglas Howatt Art Director: Kaycee Carmichael Designers: Kaycee Carmichael, Kathy King, Jeff San Miguel, Dante Silliman, Vicki Taniguchi Copywriters: Douglas Howatt, Anabelle Salom Senior Brand Programs Manager: Kathleen Watson Marketing Communications Manager: Jennifer Monge Marketing Communications Specialist: Michelle Meyer Director, Brand and Creative Services: Jami Moulds Director, Global Internal Communications: Kelly Sheburne Senior Marketing and Internal Communications Specialist: Stella Mikelonis Chief Chief Communications Officer: Mary Ann Gallo
Company Name: Jackson Family Wines, Santa Rosa CA Title: Ex Post Facto Syrah Packaging Designer: Heather DeLong
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Company Name: Jackson Family Wines, Santa Rosa CA Title: Nielson Wines Package Redesign Designer: Chelsea Terrill
Company Name: Jackson Family Wines, Santa Rosa CA Title: Mountain Wine Club Restricted Packaging Designer: Laura Kerbyson
Company Name: Meyer Natural Foods, Lexington KY Title: Laura’s Lean Jerky Packaging Art Director: Brian Endicott Designer: Brian Endicott Marketing Manager: Emilie Doron
Company Name: MutualBank, Muncie IN Title: MutualBank New Employee Swag Bag Art Director: Lyn Whitesell Designer: Kim Gillenwater Photographer: Kris Julius
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