Chad M. Dravk
Graphic & Multimedia Design | Animation & Motion GFX | Video Production | Web & App Development | Illustration & Cartooning
Graphic & Multimedia Design
From print to pixel.
Specialties:
Logo creation and branding. Print layout and design. Flyers, brochures, and social media ads.
But not limited to:
Project management, typography, illustration (vector & raster), color strategy, book/jacket & page layout, packaging, posters, catalogs, UI design, game design, motion graphics, audio engineering, podcasts, web design, social media & email marketing, video production, media conversion (analog & digital), apparel print design, and product design.
Animation & Motion GFX
Traditional and digital.
Specialties:
2D/traditional (hand-drawn), character, vfx, background design, logo IDs, intros, outros, titles, splashes, bumps, and plugs.
But not limited to:
Scriptwriting, storyboarding, animatics, in-betweening/clean-up, voice-over, sound fx/audio, foley-work, compositing, titling, green-screening, and mild 3D rendering.
Video Production
Discovery, pre, prod, post, and distribution.
Specialties:
PSAs & commercials. Music videos, skits & short films.
But not limited to:
Scriptwriting, storyboarding, cinematography, logging, editing, screen-time & voice-over talent, training/eLearning videos, sfx, audio mixing, foley-work, color correction, titling, vfx, green-screening, and directing (sans ego).
Additioanlly:
Analog to digital video conversion.
Web & App Development
Full stack plus design.
Specialties:
Website creation & redesign. Responsive layouts. App & UI design.
But not limited to:
Project manangement, wireframing, architecturing, visual design, email design, UI strategy, eCommerce, CMS systems, front-end development, testing, deploying, maintenance, server communication & handling, social media & email marketing, and web interactivity.
Languages:
HTML, CSS, JS, JQERY, PHP, AS 2/3, XML, and MySQL/SQL.
Illustration & Cartooning
Free-hand and technical.
Specialties:
Freehand, narrative sequences, character creation & design, and book illustration.
But not limited to:
Background layout, storyboarding, posters, book/jacket & page layout, inker, colorist, adapting to varying styles, and watercolor/acrylic/oil/gauche, etc.
Resumé
How I work.
How do I handle projects? Through a streamlined, transparent process:
Collaboration Research Production Retrospective
Collaboration
Every project begins with collaboration. I learn about the vision, collectively define the project, set up a timeframe, and determine metrics for success.
| Communication Throughout the project you’ll always know exactly where things stand and where they’re headed. |
Partnership Great partnerships result in great work. Client participation from start to finish is crucial. I rely on the client's expertise and feedback throughout the process to understand the business and their challenges. |
Research
You can’t find the best outcome to a problem unless you explore all possible options. I immerse mself in the client's industry; learning through observation, interviews, and analysis.
| Communication and Content Audit What needs to be said? How should it be said? |
Competitive Analysis Who is the competition and what are their strengths/weaknesses? How can we stand out? |
Production
Every project presents its own goals, audience, and opportunities. My approach to projects begins with a time-tested process that discovers and addresses the unexpected. Regular check-ins keep things rolling. When the project ends, the relationship sure doesn’t.
| Never fear a roadblock. | I anticipate and avoid obstacles by working smart at the onset and onward. |
Retrospective
The end is just the beginning. This is a long-term journey and I'm never finished supporting clients' goals.
| Continuous iteration. | A project is never truly done, I gather results early and often, then move it in the right direction. |
Ping
Video Production
Zembo Theatre
A video series examining and monitoring Philadelphia's new music renaissance.
Droppin' In
A variety talk show featuring skateboarders and artists mostly of the Philadelphia area.
Non-Profit PSA
Docu-Series
A nifty little docu-series of the trials and tribulations of a traveling band.
Music Video
For the talentedly interesting band Another Dead Clown. Each member shot their own part.
Music Video
For the Philly-based skate punk/fakie rock foursome, Hang-Up to Flat ~ off of their debut release.
