David R. McCartney6801 Meteor Place, Apt. 403Springfield, VA, 22150Home Phone: 240-481-9926E-mail: drmccartney@hotmail.com

Objective: To exercise fully artistic and creative abilities supporting and promoting the goals and needs of the customer, whether Corporate, Government, Academia or Industry, in a dynamic and challenging creative environment.

Qualifications: Current Top Secret Clearance, granted access to Sensitive Compartmentalized Information (TS/SCI) by the Defense

Intelligence Agency, based on Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) Last re-investigation: 2011 Over twenty years of experience designing and creating multimedia presentations, detailed 3D concept designs /

animations and illustrations for print and multimedia production for military, government and corporate customers Expert with Adobe Creative Suite 5 Design Premium software, with emphasis on PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign

and associated plug-in software; Advanced knowledge of CorelDraw, Deneba Canvas X, and MS PowerPoint ; Knowledgeable in Corel Painter X as well as Bryce 3D, Poser 4, 3D Studio Max 5.1 and other 3D modeling and illustration software

Conceptual designer and illustrator with proven skills at visually interpreting diverse scientific and technical ideas Experienced with military and intelligence communities and skilled at finding concise, clear graphic solutions to

convey often complex information to their audiences Current with the needs of corporate branding and marketing visuals Experienced with a wide array of graphic design and print production equipment, with knowledge of their utility,

capabilities and limitations (PC/Mac, digital scanners, graphics tablets, printers, DSLRs, etc.) Adept at social media: LinkedIn, Facebook Strong written and oral communication skills Recognized proficiency at multi-tasking, and prioritizing and accomplishing multiple, complex and varied projects

efficiently and promptly while maintaining the highest quality of product

Online Portfolio:www.linkedin.com/pub/david-mccartney/83/8a1/9a4/en

Experience Summary:A long, varied history of finding inventive and sophisticated graphic arts solutions to difficult communication problems for the Navy, Army and other Government agencies. Twenty years of active service in the Navy, with over nine directly supporting the Intelligence Community. Four and a half years of that in the Chief of Naval Operations’ Intelligence Plot at the Pentagon supporting daily intelligence briefings to the CNO, Joint Staff and other executive level customers. While with Xtreme Concepts Systems, was responsible for the preparation and integration of multimedia briefing presentations and analysis for Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Advanced Technical Office (ATO) concept briefings to the Director of DARPA. Additionally provided high quality and innovative digital graphic design products for seminars and trade shows that consistently exceeded production expectations. As a Graphic Artist with JB Management Inc. From 2006 to 2013, produced a extensive array of graphics products for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command (Land) and the U.S. Army Cyber Command. Currently designing display graphics and printed educational materials for the National Museum of the United States Navy under contract from Quantell, Inc.

Civilian Employment: 2005 to Present

March 2014 to Present:Graphic Artist, Quantell, Inc., Grantsville, MDGraphic Artist assigned under contract to the National Museum of the United States Navy, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C. Designed and Illustrated print and display materials for museum exhibits and educational programs. Projects included a WWII rationing guide and cookbook activity booklet for the Navy Museum Education Center, and exhibit display panels for the U.S. Navy Chaplain Service and the U.S. Navy Hydrofoils exhibit sponsored by the International Hydrofoil Society.

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David R. McCartney Graphic Artist (240) 481-9926 drmccartney@hotmail.com

December 2006 to October 2013:Senior Graphic Artist, JB Management, Inc., Arlington, VAGraphic Artist assigned under contract to the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command (Land), Fort Belvoir, VA. As the only graphic artist in the command, provided graphic design support to all elements of 1st IO CMD in support of briefings, publications, web design, events and ceremonies, and special projects. Created logos for several operational segments of the command including six forward-deployed Regional Computer Emergency Response Teams, the Army Computer Emergency Response Team (ACERT, later ACOIC), Mission Support Teams, and the Army Cyber OPFOR unit among others. Created posters, displays and literature for tradeshows and Hacker Conventions to support 1st IO CMD public relations and recruitment efforts. Designed graphics for 1st IO CMD website and newsletter. Performed illustration and layout work for various other command logo printed products. Graphic design services were extended by the customer to create a command crest for the Marine Corps Information Operations Center, Quantico Marine Corps Base, VA. Beginning in 2009, graphic design services were extended by the customer to the U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER). Among the many projects for ARCYBER were the creation of the official ARCYBER Seal and Coat of Arms (accepted and registered by the Army’s Institute of Heraldry), several logos, and many other command branding elements. In the three years as the de facto graphic artist for ARCYBER, designed numerous posters, booklets, pamphlets and other printed and display products for their Public Affairs Office and Command Historian. These included booklets and pamphlets for high-level conferences, and programs and posters for command events and ceremonies. Products were produced for varied events such as Changes of Command, 9/11 memorial ceremonies, Easter egg hunts, golf tournaments, and the Army Cyber Ball. Additional projects included design of several hallway displays and the Commanding General’s and Command Sergeant Major’s coins.

Wrote and edited copy for length and consistency for print products including programs, pamphlets and flyers. Wrote copy for Award Certificates and detailed symbolism and heraldic descriptions of created logo and seal designs for submission to The Institute of Heraldry (TIOH), design adoption proposals and command historical reference documentation. Acted as command photographer for coverage of training exercises, ceremonies and social events, including children’s photos with Santa at holiday parties.

In addition to contracted work for the customers, was called upon for graphic arts support to the corporate headquarters with packaging design of marketed software and concept designs for corporate marketing functions.

June 2006 to November 2006:Consulting Visual Communications Specialist / Graphic Designer, Xtreme Concepts Systems, Arlington, VACreated over 40 logo designs for a restructured DARPA function. Provided graphic design support including museum kiosk designs, and other graphic designs and PowerPoint presentations for Xtreme Concept contract proposals. Involved in producing conceptual designs and graphics for the Army Biometric proposal.

November 2005 – March 2006Visual Communications Specialist / Graphic Designer, Perot Systems Government Services, Herndon, VAUnder contract to National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA), Bethesda, MD. Assigned to InnoVision directorate communications office. Coordinated and designed high-quality computer generated executive briefings and the newsletter layout.

March 2005 – August 2005Senior Graphics Designer / Concept Briefing Coordinator- Xtreme Concepts Systems, Arlington, VA Coordinated and integrated high-quality computer generated executive briefings for DARPA Advanced Technology office (ATO) scientists. Directly responsible for all digital design and multimedia products required for engineering application analysis, 3D concept evaluation processes, and graphics design production for briefing presentation requirements. Accountable for the development of all computer graphic and user interface implementation requirements related to interactive kiosk and digital programming data technology. User interface designer, peripheral test engineer, and resource data manager for required projects. Generated sensitive intelligence and proprietary information for DARPA program managers. Project director for the development of all posters and kiosk presentations for DARPATECH ‘05 Symposium. Programs involved: Networking in Extreme Environments (NETEX), Optical & RF Combined Link Experiment (ORCLE), Marine Airborne Retransmission (MARTS), WOLFPACK, AIRWOLF, Digital Optical Tagging System (DOTS), Disruption Tolerant Network (DTN), Connectionless Network (CN), and Future Communications Systems (FCS-COMMS).

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David R. McCartney Graphic Artist (240) 481-9926 drmccartney@hotmail.com

U.S. NAVY 1985 -2005

1994– 2005 (Illustrator – Draftsman)Visual Communication Specialist / Production Coordinator, Naval Information Warfare Activity, Ft. Meade, MD Directly responsible for the collection and integration of high quality executive briefings, and other sensitive intelligence information for the Secretary of the Navy, Chief of Naval Operations, and other senior Pentagon executives, working directly with subject matter experts and assigned intelligence analysts to make clear, easily understood, and visually engaging presentations of sensitive and technically complex information. Created numerous valuable intelligence programs, fleet training materials, and departmental seals and logos required for various intranet web applications. Produced printed informational materials for varied events and Public Affairs purposes. Production coordinator for the collection and distribution of multiple intelligence products and national maritime intelligence information for executive-level video teleconference (VTC) briefings. Conducted product layout, editing, and reviewed relevant issues with departmental analysts regarding all maritime intelligence collections.

Senior Graphics Designer / Work Center Supervisor, USS EMORY S. LAND AS-39, LaMaddalena, ItalyEnlisted Surface Warfare Specialist qualified. Provided varied Graphic Arts products and services to tended submarines, surface combatants, Commander Submarine Squadron Twenty-Two and ship’s force. Designed and produced original freehand and printed products. Designed and engraved signage and award plaques with computer driven equipment. Excelled at mentoring and training a team of talented junior artists in a job specialty dependent upon on-the-job training.

Intel-Graphics Work Center Supervisor / Multimedia Production Coordinator, Office of Naval Intelligence / Chief of Naval Operations Intelligence Plot, Pentagon Produced daily computer generated briefings for distribution to the White House, Chairman of Armed Services Committee, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Secretary of the Navy, Chief of Naval Operations, Director of Naval Intelligence, and other executives in the Pentagon. Coordinated the daily integration of joint multi-media intelligence and executive-level VTC briefings worldwide, including current naval intelligence products and information, and 24-hour national maritime intelligence liaison and analysis. Created numerous illustrations for briefings utilizing a combination of freehand illustration and photo manipulation. Produced an extensive collection of over 600 formal intelligence briefings and over 9,000 computer generated graphics information yearly. Developed policies and provided quality assurance for products and information delivered to the Intelligence Plot briefing staff. Accomplished 100% mission success in meeting constricted timelines during real-world crises in Southwest Asia, Africa, Middle East, and the Balkans. Responsible for the establishment and development of policies of the Chief of Naval Operations Intelligence Plot (CNO-IP), Graphics Support Division, Office of Naval Intelligence in 1995. Highly recognized for maximum effort and quick response on graphics production and multimedia support throughout the Pentagon regardless of any ad hoc tasking. Designed and coordinated the establishment of the newly constructed CNO-IP workspace without degradation of current operations and productions. Specified and acquired NT based computer systems and software architecture for rapid integration and connectivity within the Pentagon and other command intelligence activities without interruption of operations.

Graphics Illustrator/Production Coordinator, USS Independence CV-62, Yokosuka, JapanFused both raw and finished intelligence information, prepared and presented briefings for the Squadron Commanders, Battle Group assets and units. Designed and created the first multi-media briefing graphics for the Carrier Air Group Commander, Commander Carrier Group Five, and Flag staff. Routinely provided multi-media and graphic support to the Public Affairs Office and assisted in planning and preparations for hosting distinguished visitors including foreign military and government dignitaries. Produced and coordinated the production of printed and display materials for various events and naval tradition engagements. Responsibilities included: Operations Department 3M Management and Damage Control Assistant, Carrier Intelligence Center Shift Supervisor.

1985 – 1994 (Missile Technician)

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David R. McCartney Graphic Artist (240) 481-9926 drmccartney@hotmail.com

Trident I C-4 Missile Launcher System Repair Technician, Trident Refit Facility / USS NEVADA SSBN-733 (Gold Crew), Bangor Washington Enlisted Submarine Service Warfare qualified. Repaired and maintained strategic weapons system components aboard Ohio Class ballistic missile submarines as crewmember and at a shore refit facility. Completed six Strategic Deterrent Patrols, including one two-shot Operational Test Launch. While on port visits to Cape Canaveral, FL; San Francisco, CA; and Pearl Harbor, HI, acted as tour guide for visitors to the submarine and provided oral presentations on the strategic weapons system specifically. Laterally converted to Illustrator-Draftsman Rating in June of 1995.

Academic Background:American Intercontinental University Online, Atlanta, GeorgiaBachelor Fine Arts in Visual Communication (20 credits remaining for graduation)

Olympic College, Bremerton WashingtonLiberal Arts Undergraduate Studies

Relevant Training:Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Studio Max Modeling and Texturing, Adobe Flash, Character Modeling and Animation, Web Based Computer Graphics Design, Advanced Graphic Design and Typography, Life Drawing and Oil Painting Courses, Information Operations Capabilities Application and Planning Course (IOCAP), various college level English Composition, Art History, and Literary Criticism courses.

Honors:Awarded Letters of Commendation from Chief of Naval Operations, ADM Jay Johnston (2), Navy Commendation Medal, and Navy Achievement Medal (2), for work in graphic arts as an Illustrator-Draftsman. Achieved both Enlisted Submarine Service and Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist qualifications

Professional Affiliations:American Graphics Arts GuildNational Association of Photoshop Professionals

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