Hello, I’m Karl Tate, a graphic designer based in Brooklyn, New York. I’m a graduate of Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of the Arts degree in Graphic Design.
Beginning my career at The Associated Press in New York, I developed skills in researching, writing, and designing in a deadline-oriented environment. I provided charts, graphs, maps and infographics to a worldwide network of AP members, and contributed to the then-new Web presence of the AP, “The Wire”.
Since then I’ve worked on various design projects for print, video and online. At Space.com and Livescience.com I contributed infographics and other visuals. I designed onscreen graphics and packaging for the documentary film “Plastic Galaxy: The Story of Star Wars Toys,” and I was also a co-producer on the film.
As a freelance consultant to the TOMY toy company (and avid Sci-Fi fan) I contributed research and design to their line of collectible replica spaceships, including their 34-inch, diecast metal "Star Trek" USS Enterprise model to be released in 2025.
I’m currently looking for an ongoing, full-time design role and would appreciate learning about any available opportunities.
Experience
TOMY International, Inc.
Product Consultant 2022 to present
Product Consultant 2022 to present
Researched and designed appearance (including iridescent panels, paint details and internal lighting) and support base for the TOMY Plus 1:350 Die Cast Replica U.S.S. Enterprise from "Star Trek the Motion Picture".
Freelance Designer 2016 to present
Developed product designs, packaging, promotional materials, layouts and designs for video, online and print.
Developed product designs, packaging, promotional materials, layouts and designs for video, online and print.
PURCH, New York, NY
Infographic Designer. 2010 to 2016
Infographic Designer. 2010 to 2016
Designed infographics on science topics, with a heavy emphasis on space exploration, technology and physics. Worked closely with editors at Space.com, Livescience.com, and Tomsguide.com.
Worked on multiple concurrent projects and consistently delivered on time, managing successfully through multiple changes in ownership and management.
X-RAY FILMS, New York, NY 2010 to 2014
Production Designer
Production Designer
Multi-year collaboration with Brian Stillman on documentary films including “Toys Are Us: A Revolution in Plastic” and “Plastic Galaxy: The Story of Star Wars Toys.” Played a key role in conceptualizing and planning, designed logos, DVD cover, promotional materials and marketing collateral.
The Associated Press
Infographic Designer/Design Manager
Infographic Designer/Design Manager
Played a key role in the infographics department by establishing style for maps, charts and diagrams on all types of news, weather and sports events for wireless distribution to thousands of newspapers and magazines around the world.
Contributed to designing the website “The Wire” which served as a portal to AP news content. Designed and executed animations to accompany news events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Graphic Design
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
Skills
• Problem solver with an eye for detail
• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Affinity Suite (Photo, Designer, Publisher)
• MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Advanced Mac user with very strong knowledge of MacOS
• Experienced in Windows