Elliot Olson
About Elliot Olson
Elliot Olson is the Creative Director: Web & Brand at Orca Security, with a rich background in design and branding roles across various companies in the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area.
Current Role at Orca Security
Elliot Olson is currently serving as the Creative Director: Web & Brand at Orca Security, based in the Portland, Oregon Metropolitan Area. In this role, Elliot is responsible for shaping the company's web presence and brand identity, ensuring cohesive and compelling creative strategies across various digital platforms.
Previous Senior Positions
Before joining Orca Security, Elliot Olson held several senior positions in the creative field. He was the Sr. Art Director at Made In from 2020 to 2021, where he managed the creative team and supported all design and creative asset needs for the startup. Elliot also played a significant role in curating the brand and expanding it into new product categories. At Puppet, Elliot served as the Creative Director - Marketing from 2015 to 2020, overseeing marketing creative strategies.
Experience at Substance and Roundhouse
Elliot worked as a Senior Designer at Substance, Inc for 7 months from 2014 to 2015. Prior to that, he served as a Digital Designer at Roundhouse for a year from 2013 to 2014. Both positions were based in the Portland, Oregon Area, contributing to his extensive experience in design and creative roles.
Freelance and Other Design Roles
Elliot Olson worked as a Freelance / Contract Designer from 2012 to 2016, allowing him to explore various creative projects and expand his portfolio. He also held positions at Subtext, LLC, Grady Britton, CMD, and eROI in the Portland area, further solidifying his expertise in graphic and interactive design.
Education in Communication Design
Elliot completed his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Communication Design at the Pacific Northwest College of Art, studying there from 2005 to 2008. His formal education laid the foundation for his strong design skills and creative direction capabilities.