Born with a strong New England work ethic, Steven LaChance is a seasoned vet in the design industry who is currently using his creativity to bring ideas to life in the burgeoning city of Portland, Maine. He has traditional marketing and advertising experience, yet his focus lies in creating design collaboratives that lead to interactive consumer experiences. Steven's portfolio showcases a range of exceptionally well-crafted campaigns for national brands in both digital and traditional media, and he has earned multiple awards for his broadcast and brand identity work.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Grove, Concord, MA
2015 – PRESENT :: Greater Boston Area, MA
Currently working in a creative leadership role with responsibilities including concept development and design as well as elevating the overall creative product. Running a third of the agency’s B2B and B2C client roster with an emphasis on the tech sector. Accounts include: Unum, Bryant & Stratton College, Xtrac (Fidelity Investments), Body & Pole, Qstream, Rocket Software, Podium Data, Quri, LEK Consulting, and Brandeis International School of Business.
ASSOCIATE DESIGN DIRECTOR
The VIA Group, Portland, ME
1998 – 2015 (17 years) :: Portland, ME & Boston, MA
17+ years experience delivering industry-recognized creative solutions for top global companies. Proven experience driving brand engagement across digital and traditional realms. Extensive experience in brand design, advertising and user experience design. Leading design direction and co-collaborated on strategic direction for clients including: HBO, Discover Card, State Street Global Advisors, Maidenform, Welch's, Sam's Club, Republic Wireless, Puma, North American Breweries (Dundee, Honey Brown), Arrow International, IDEXX Laboratories, Stora Enso, Danskin, TD Bank, Delhaize America, Hannaford Supermarkets, Sweetbay Supermarkets, Backyard Farms, GoFish, eSprocket, WimerHale, Adams, Harkness & Hill, Emersiv, Analog Devices, UNUM, Hood and Peoples Bank.
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/LEAD DESIGNER
Progressive Insights Inc.
1995 – 1999 (4 years) :: Cape Elizabeth, ME
Creative direction and strategy for regionally recognized multi-media interactive firm. Ground up development and management of creative department process and strategy, including continued career development planning. Key member of new business development team leading creative vision for new business pitches and client strategy sessions with accounts such as: IBM, Coca Cola, Key Bank, Lucent Technologies, Ben & Jerry's, Philip Morris International, Altec Lansing, Crane Paper Co., Kroger
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/LEAD DESIGNER
InVision
1992 – 1995 (3 years)
Creative lead in research, vision, and design for implementation. Branding and identity design, web design and user experience, digital animation, illustration, and print design for brands nationwide. Creative direction and implementation of promotional materials, email campaigns, direct marketing campaigns, promotional videos and employee training.
TOP DOG DESIGNER
Pageworks Design Inc.
1989 – 1992 (3 years)
Designer and lead creative with a focus on creative branding and identity design. Including advertising, digital illustration, promotional materials, direct marketing campaigns. Responsibilities included: collaborative work, company research, client pitches, client meetings, and creative presentations
Gold Broderson Award :: PediaCare Broadcast TV "Dancer"
Silver Broderson Award :: PediaCare Website
One Show Boston Honorable Mention :: Hannaford Brand Standards Toolbook
ECFM winner of the "Best of Maine Based Web-sites" in the services category. Gofish was chosen from over 60 nominated sites.