With more than 10 years of creative leadership experience, my role as Creative Director revolves around pioneering global brand launches and fostering an environment of creativity and empowerment. With a background rich in global campaigns, digital marketing and e-commerce, my efforts have not only elevated a company's brand strategy but also strengthened community bonds. 

CONTACT

rik.patenaude@gmail.com
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EXPERIENCE

REDBUBBLE | San Francisco, CA
Creative Director | June 2023 - Present
Associate Creative Director | September 2022 - June 2023
Senior Art Director | December 2021 - September 2022

THE MANY | Pacific Palisades, CA
Art Director | March - November 2021

RPA | Santa Monica, CA
Senior Art Director | February - March 2021
Art Director | August 2017 - February 2021

MOTIVE | Denver, CO
Art Director | March 2016 - July 2017

VLADIMIR JONES | Denver, CO
Art Director | August 2013 - February 2016
Jr. Art Director | July 2012 - July 2013

CLIENTS

Redbubble, Chameleon Coffee, BioSteel, eBay, Farmers Insurance, Apartments.com, Pepsi, Mtn Dew, Highland Park Scotch, The Macallan, Yonex USA, Costa del Mar Sunglasses, Van’s Organics, True Food Kitchen, Sizzler, Xcel Energy, Centura Health, Royal Gorge Bridge & Park, Bright By Three, The Broadmoor Resort, Hyde Park Jewelers

AWARDS

Effie Sustained Success | Gold & Silver L.A. Addy’s | Gold Shorty Award | Best of Show, Gold, & Silver Denver Addy’s | The Denver 50

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design, University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, CO