Resume
Innovative and deadline-driven Visual Designer with 20+ years of experience designing and developing user-centered digital/print marketing material from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.
Summary
Brian Culbreath
I am an innovative designer and front-end developer with over 20 years of experience in web design, UX/UI, and branding. Proven track record of delivering high-quality designs for web applications and marketing materials, including successful branding strategies for various organizations. Achievements include leading the creative direction for Oracle's Real Estate Technologies team and developing impactful marketing collateral for schools, businesses, churches, and non-profits. I am eager to leverage my unique design skills and strategic insight to enhance user experiences and drive results by creatively telling your story.
Education
Bachelor of Arts
1997 - 2001
Fisk University, Nashville, TN
Biology Major
Volunteer & Service
Marketing & Communications Director
2010 - Present
New Covenant Worship Center
- Produce branding materials: logo, marketing materials, merchandise
- Supervise social media development and cross platform post
- Lead and provide direction for streaming services to social media platforms for online viewing
- Photograph and document services and other major events in the church's service
- Design, development and maintain the church website
- Serve on the Food Pantry montly.
Alpha Alpha Fraternity, Inc. | Iota Psi Lambda Chapter
1999 - Present
Webmaster
Hobbies
- Photography
- Football (Soccer), EPL AND MLS
- Woodworking
Professional Experience
Web Designer & Developer
2018 - 2025
Oracle (Remote - Rio Rancho, NM)
- Lead in the research, analysis, design, development, and implementation of layout, and production of communication materials and applications
- Supervise the assessment of all graphic materials in order to ensure quality and branding accuracy of the design
- Provide direction as the creative lead for Real Estate Technologies (RETech) team within Real Estate & Facilities (RE&F).
- I assist with front-end development of RE&F applications.
- I support both RE&F communications, ERGs, and Oracle globally.
- Current Roles: Oracle Places (Developer & Principle Designer), Confluence Administrator, RE&F Web Administrator, Front-End Developer, UX/UI Lead, RE&F Marketing and Communications, Alliance of Black Leaders for Excellence (ABLE) Employee Resource Group (ERG) Board Member/Brand Lead, Oracle Diverse Abilities Network (ODAN) ERG Designer
Marketing Director
2023 - 2024
Santa Ana Thunder (TBL) Basketball Team
- Produce branding materials: logo, marketing materials (flyers, social post, banners, gameday marketing, etc), Jersey mockups and final designs, team merchandise
- Supervise social media development and cross platform post by the social media team
- Lead and provide direction for League streaming services to TBLTV platform
- Design, development and maintain the team website
- Photograph the team games and players for use on marketing platforms and personal use
- Maintain backend ticketing sales and service
UX / UI Designer
2017 - 2018
HaloRiver, Rio Rancho, NM
- Developed numerous marketing programs (logos, brochures, infographics, presentations, and digital advertisements).
- I served as a marketing and design lead focused on UX/UI, design, and marketing and communications in support of brand deliverables and product development.
Web Designer
2014 - 2017
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
- I served as a design lead for the University Communications and Marketing (UCAM) office working as a web administrator with department leads across the university.
- I generated high fidelity mockups and implemented departmental web changes based on client feedback.
- Researched and consulted with departmental leads to execute website development and updates.
- Managed up to 5 projects or tasks at a given time while under pressure
- Supervised colleagues, delegated project direction, prioritization, and provided design feedback.
Freelance Design & Marketing
2002 - Present
Freelance
- Educational Institutions
- Smithson Craighead Academy, Nashville, TN
- The Rock Academy, Nashville, TN
- Non-Profits
- The Basketball League (TBL) Professional Basketball Team
- Santa Ana Thunder, New Mexico
- LA Flash, California
- Churches
- Fraternities and Sororities
- Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
- Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- I work with non-profits and businesses to craft and create marketing campaigns and branding.
- I design flyers, logos, social media posts and campaigns, websites, email marketing, presentations, and provide photography services.
- I work with clients to research their users’ needs and develop strategies to address and deliver engaging results.
- I direct and lead video streaming services on multiple platforms.