Hi, I’m Tom.

I have 20 years of graphic design and art direction experience. I’m an accomplished creative thinker and leader with a keen eye for detail. I have a particular interest in typography, magazine layout, identity design, and branding. I enjoy immersing myself in the process and collaborating with clients on projects big and small.

Experience

Creative Director

Rollins College | Winter Park, FL | 2013-2023
A leader responsible for supervising a team of graphic designers, photographers, web designers, and a project coordinator as well as a hands-on designer. We worked together to develop deliverables that met the needs of our campus partners. I prioritized work and resources based on short- and long-term needs, collaborated with designers, copywriters, and photographers to establish production schedules. I conducted brainstorming sessions with the creative team to develop innovative and actionable creative for print and digital distribution while maintaining brand guidelines. Below are some samples of my work from my time at Rollins College.

Rollins Magazine

Semi-annual print and digital alumni magazine

Enrollment Marketing

Print and digital marketing collateral to support and promote Rollins Admissions

Alumni Weekend

Print and digital marketing collateral to support and promote Rollins Alumni Weekend

Rollins Museum of Art

We worked with the director of the Cornell Fine Arts Museum at Rollins to develop a new name and brand

Senior Graphic Designer

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts | Orlando, FL | 2004-2013
Leveraged my expertise in creating and producing design assets to generate and build out internal brands to drive Cast engagement with multiple functions. Partnered closely with a network of internal stakeholders to gather requirements, develop a vision, and define the “look and feel” for each unique brand. Built out style guides and generated designs for distribution across print and digital channels. Conceptualized and explored design solutions, collaborated with creative peers to hone visuals and collect feedback, presented and secured buy-on on design comps, reviewed quotes and selected vendors, and traveled to attend press checks. Below are some samples of my work from my time at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

WDW Eyes & Ears

A bi-weekly employee magazine. I was responsible for design, creative direction, and art direction of photography.

Disney Parks Blog

custom illustrated computer wallpapers, mobile screens, and print posters.
Responsible for illustration and design.

Freelance Design

Tom May Design, Los Angeles, CA
I have been a freelance designer for more than 20 years. I have created logos and brands for a wide array of clients. Below is a recent example.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) | 2001
Graphic & Interactive Communication
Ringling College of Art & Design, FL

Honors
Trustee Scholar
Honors Internship with Ringling Design Center

Disney Professional and Leadership Development
Disney University

Skills

Creative Direction
Team leadership

Art Direction
Photography, Design, Production

Adobe Creative Suite
Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, XD, After Effects, Acrobat

Keynote

Figma

Microsoft
Word, Excel, PowerPoint