Chad Pelton

Chad Pelton has a diverse and extensive work experience in the field of design. Chad is currently working as a Senior Brand Designer at Radio Systems Corporation since 2022. Prior to this, Chad had their own design company called Chad Pelton Design, where they worked as a Designer / Art Director since 2004. During their time at their own company, they worked on various projects for clients like Scripps Networks Interactive, Discovery Inc., Lightning Rod Records, and more.

Chad has also worked as a Senior Art Director at Lewis Communications from 2018 to 2019, where they contributed to the creative direction of projects. Before that, they held the position of Designer at Scripps Networks Interactive from 2016 to 2018, where they worked on a wide range of creative projects for corporate communications.

From 2013 to 2015, Chad worked as a Designer at Delevante Creative, collaborating with a team on print projects for non-profits, real estate companies, music publishing houses, and more. Chad also worked as a Book Designer at University of Tennessee Press from 2008 to 2013, where they designed book covers and managed catalog design.

Chad actively contributed to the design community as the President of AIGA Knoxville from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, they had a role as a Designer at Robin Easter Design from 2005 to 2007, where they gained valuable experience working on a variety of creative projects for clients like AC Entertainment and The Tennessee Theatre.

Chad's early career includes a role as retail staff at Disc Exchange from 1997 to 2006, where they were responsible for display and print materials. Chad also had a unique experience working as a Research Technician at Hornocker Wildlife Institute in 2000, where they participated in a research project on Asiatic black bears in Far Eastern Russia.

Overall, Chad Pelton has a rich and diverse background in design, with experience in branding, art direction, publication design, corporate identity, and more.

Chad Pelton obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Chad attended the university from 1992 to 2004, studying Wildlife and Fisheries as well as Graphic Design.