Erick Swindell
About Erick Swindell
Erick Swindell is a Senior Graphic Designer with extensive experience in the field, having worked for notable companies such as The Reader's Digest and Boehringer Ingelheim. He currently holds a position at Advance Auto Parts and has a strong background in project management and prepress management.
Current Role at Advance Auto Parts
Erick Swindell serves as a Senior Graphic Designer at Advance Auto Parts, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, he is responsible for creating visual content that aligns with the company's branding and marketing strategies. His role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure design consistency and effectiveness across multiple platforms.
Previous Experience at The Reader's Digest
Erick Swindell worked at The Reader's Digest from 1998 to 2002 and again from 2005 to 2010. In his first tenure, he served as Associate Art Director in the Promotion Department, where he contributed to promotional materials. In his second role, he was an Associate Art Director/Graphic Designer in the Content Creation Studio, focusing on graphic design and content development for five years.
Experience at Boehringer Ingelheim
From 2019 to 2021, Erick Swindell worked as an Art Director and Digital Design/Content Manager on a contract basis at Boehringer Ingelheim in Ridgefield, CT. His responsibilities included overseeing digital design projects and managing content creation, which enhanced his skills in digital media and project management.
Education and Expertise
Erick Swindell holds a Master of Science in Interactive Media from Quinnipiac University, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Colby-Sawyer College between 1993 and 1997. His educational background supports his extensive experience in graphic design, project management, and prepress management across various mediums.
Management and Project Skills
Erick Swindell has demonstrated strong project management skills throughout his career. He has experience managing graphic artists, freelance staff, and outside vendors. His ability to manage tight budgets and timelines has been a key aspect of his roles, particularly during his time at RR Donnelley as Studio Manager/Client Services Manager from 2002 to 2005.