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Raymond W. Jasinski
Owner - Creative Director
Ray@linearcreative.com
A graduate of the Cleveland Institute of Art with a major in graphic arts and a minor in photography, Ray is a multifaceted designer with an unerring eye for what works. A veteran art director with experience at both large and small advertising agencies. Ray is keenly aware of his client’s priorities. He works tirelessly to ensure the end result meets every expectation.
At Meldrum and Fewsmith in Cleveland, Ray worked on accounts that ranged from Sealy Mattress and Owens Corning to American Woodmark. His business-to-business experience was broadened at McHale & Koepke where he worked on many divisions of Parker Hannifin, Bedford Laboratories, and European plumbing concern, Geberit. Inspired by an entrepreneurial family, and compelled by the belief that excellent creativity had to be accompanied by exceptional service, Ray formed Linear Creative in 2001 with just one client and no employees. Seven years later, Linear Creative has grown to 8 employees and 6 resident freelancers.
Client Experience: Albums Inc, American Plumber, American Woodmark, Avery Dennison, B2B Strategic Solutions, Bajan Enterprises, BFG, Dempsey Surveying Company, East Jordon Plastic, Foundation Software, Geberit, Glidden, Moen Corporation, NCS Healthcare, North Coast Men’s Chorus, Parker Hannifin, Providence House, Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland, SAR Furniture, Sealy Mattress, Search Circus.
Bismark Sleibi
Senior Art Director/Web Design
Biz@linearcreative.com
Biz is a graduate from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh with a double major in computer animation & multimedia and photography, video & audio production. His work experience is diverse and ranges from the fields of graphic design, web design, management, sales, (GUI) Graphical User Interface Design, Interactive design and team leader responsibilities within a creative environment.
Client Experience: Alstar Suzuki Racing, American Greetings, Albums Inc., C.P.M. Technical Solutions, Inc., Dead Sea Scrolls-Forbidden Book, LLC, Dempsey Surveying Company, History, LLC, HMF Engineering Exhaust,Bella Stile, LLC, Platinum Warranty Corporation, Marcus Thomas, LLC, Moen Corporation, Snap on Business Solutions.
Barbara A. Ragon
Marketing Director
Barb@linearcreative.com
Barbara brings an extensive 30 year background in Strategic and Financial Planning, Merchandising, Sales Promotion, Marketing, Public Relations, Operations and Personnel Development. Her management experience includes positions as a Buyer, Vice President-Divisional Manager, Senior Vice President/General Manager, Vice President/Sales Promotion Director and Chief Operating Officer She understand the complexities of driving a multifaceted business from a promotional, merchandising and logistical standpoint and the importance of having the right organizational structure and personnel to achieve a company’s profit objectives. Barbara started out with 12 stores in one state with 5 direct reports and eventually had responsibility involving 46 stores in 6 states and supervision of 1400 people.
Work experience: Halle’s-Marshall Fields, Kaufmann’s, May Company Ohio, O’Neill’s, The Jade House and B2B Strategic Solutions
In addition she has an extensive background in the non profit arena in fundraising, development and planning for non-profit and private endeavors. Her goal is to give back to the greater community through this work. This experience includes working with organizations to restructure, rebuild and assist in activities and programs to secure financial security. She has served in various capacities including Board President, Trustee, Event Chair and Consultant.
Her motto: “I am only as good as the people who work for and with me.” She believes that one can only be successful by surrounding yourself with talented people and then giving them the room to grow.
Client Experience: As a consultant, some of her clients include the American Red Cross, Dempsey Surveying Company, I.W.D.C., North Coast Men’s Chorus, NORVA, Providence House, Raisin Cane, Saint Joseph Academy, The David Dennis Family Fund, and The Cleveland West Park Police and Firefighters Memorial Fund.
Matt McDonald
Art Director/Graphics
Matt@linearcreative.com
Matt is a graduate from Lorain Community College with an Associate of Arts degree with a specialization in Graphic Design. He specializes in print design but is just as familiar with flash design and continues to expand his knowledge of all aspects of the business. He worked in customer service management while freelancing for 5 years before coming to Linear, allowing him to thrive in working hand in hand with the customer. He has carried this experience into his second role at Linear being technical support for one of Linear's largest clients. Matt has a passion to put everything he has into giving the client what they not only want but need to help their business to thrive.
Client Experience: Albums Inc., Bajan Enterprises LLC, Caribou Coffee Company, Cleveland Podiatry Foundation, Dempsey Surveying Company, JD Breast Cancer Foundation, Eliza Jennings Senior Center, Judge Peter Sikora, North Coast Men’s Chorus, St. Joseph Strongsville Catholic Church, Westlake Porter Public Library, Teens Encounter Christ Youth Organization, St. Mary’s of the Falls Catholic Church, Town Planner, Foundation Software, Traq 3D..
Mike Counselman
Video Art Director
Mike@linearcreative.com
Mike possesses a BS in visual effects and motion graphics from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. He specializes in visual effects, motion graphics, commercials for web or television, video editing and graphic design. Mike has a strong knowledge in audio recording and DVD authoring. His ability to visualize and then translate a client’s message results in exciting and cutting edge work.
Client Experience: Albums Inc., Bajan Enterprises LLC, Dempsey Surveying Company, Foundation Software, J&M Machine Inc., Medway Corporation, North Coast Men’s Chorus, Providence House, Ronald McDonald House of Cleveland, Traq 3D, The Slow Blade, Town Planner.
Nancy Minter
Freelance Senior Writer
With more than 20 years in advertising and marketing, Nancy brings a wealth of experience to Linear Creative, including an in-depth ability in the areas of medical, industrial and consumer communications. Her extensive business-to-business experience is matched by a high level of achievement as a creative thinker. Her superior marketing skills and exceptional writing ability have resulted in local, regional and national awards. Nancy is a graduate of Oberlin College, and a member of Phi Beta Kappa.
Client Experience: Advanced Elastomer Systems, Avery Dennison, Albums Inc, American Plumber, East Jordon Plastic, Geberit, Parker Hannifin, SAR Furniture, Search Circus, The North Coast Men’s Chorus
Arthur Funni
Outreach Coordinator
arthur@linearcreative.com
Arthur Funni has a Master of Arts from Bowling Green State University and a Masters of Education from John Carroll University. His forte is in non-profit sales/marketing and grant writing.
Client Experience: The Urban League of Greater Cleveland, The Cleveland Orchestra
Terry Maruna
Assistant Marketing Director
terry@linearcreative.com
Terry is in his final year at Loran Community College as Marketing major. During his internship with Linear, he will assist in all aspects of marketing and sales. He brings a determined focus on driving Linear Creative to a prominent name in the Advertising and Marketing Industry.
Hannah Levy
Graphic Designer-Intern
hannah@linearcreative.com
Hannah joins the Linear Creative Team as a 2009 Graduate of Ohio University. During her internship at Linear Creative, she will be able to apply not only her degree in Visual Communications but her portfolio of experience including work as a Graphic Designer at Ohio University and Freelance Illustrator at Southeast Ohio Magazine.
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