Joe Steiner
About Joe Steiner
Joe Steiner is a Senior Digital Designer with extensive experience in multimedia production and graphic design. He has worked for various companies, including Lamps Plus and Hypercel Corp., and has a strong educational background in multimedia and web development.
Current Role at Lamps Plus
Joe Steiner serves as a Senior Digital Designer at Lamps Plus, a position he has held since 2016. In this role, he focuses on creating digital design solutions that enhance the company's online presence. His responsibilities include developing design concepts and graphic displays tailored for digital presentations. Steiner's expertise contributes to the overall branding and marketing efforts of Lamps Plus, ensuring that visual elements align with the company's objectives.
Previous Experience in Multimedia Production
Before joining Lamps Plus, Joe Steiner worked at several companies in various multimedia production roles. He was a Digital Designer and Multimedia Producer at SmartAVI, Inc. for six months in 2014. Prior to that, he spent two years at Hypercel Corp. as a Graphics/Motion Graphics Multimedia Producer from 2011 to 2013. Additionally, he worked at Dominie Luxury as a Marketing Digital Designer and Video Producer from 2014 to 2016. These positions provided him with a diverse skill set in graphic design and multimedia production.
Educational Background and Certifications
Joe Steiner has a solid educational foundation in multimedia and web development. He studied at College of the Canyons, where he achieved a GPA of 3.87 while earning a degree in Multimedia and Web Development from 2008 to 2013. He also obtained a certification in Multimedia from UCLA Extension between 1994 and 1998. Furthermore, Steiner holds an Associate's Degree in Audio/Video Engineering from the Audio/Video Institute of Engineering, completed from 1986 to 1988, and has studied Cinematography and Film/Video Production at Ball State University.
Skills and Design Expertise
Joe Steiner possesses extensive skills in graphic design, particularly in creating large format graphics such as billboards and auto wraps. He has a comprehensive portfolio that showcases his work in packaging and catalog projects. Steiner is adept at developing design concepts for trade shows and digital presentations. His understanding of positive and negative space in design outputs allows him to create visually effective and engaging materials.
Experience with Special Projects
In addition to his role at Lamps Plus, Joe Steiner has been involved with Velvet Grape Productions since 2000, focusing on special projects. This long-term engagement highlights his ability to manage and contribute to diverse initiatives over an extended period. His experience in startup environments has equipped him with the skills to take control of projects while remaining open to collaboration and coaching.