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Ryan Brandel began their work experience as a Track and Field Athlete in 2007. Ryan then worked as a Graphic Designer / Production Artist at Bravo! Publications for a brief period in 2007. In 2008, they joined the Alzheimer's Association as a Lead Graphic Designer before moving on to the Columbia Sportswear Company as a Multimedia Designer later that year. From 2013 to 2015, Ryan worked as a Senior Graphic Design Lead at SOREL, and from 2015 to 2019, they served as the Head of Global Brand Design at SOREL. Finally, in 2019, Ryan became the Global Creative Director for Brand & Ecommerce at SOREL, a position they currently hold.
Ryan Brandel earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Digital Arts from the University of Oregon. However, no specific time frame was provided for when this educational experience took place.
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CREATING POWERFUL FOOTWEAR FOR UNSTOPPABLE INDIVIDUALS: Here at SOREL we believe you are your most powerful tool and the determination you find within is an unstoppable force. SOREL challenges the status quo by creating unexpected footwear that pushes the boundaries of function-first fashion. We stay in motion so you can push yourself forward. OUR CORE BELIEFS: At SOREL we aspire to seize opportunities and make bold statements. We’re not satisfied unless we’re exhausting all possibilities. Our passion for improvement comes with a sense of urgency, we are relentless in finding the best solutions possible. We question, explore, disrupt and lead, all while looking for ways to be better. SOREL acts with purpose while making sure every decision is made with absolute intention. SOREL EVOLUTION Founded in 1962, SOREL combines expert craftsmanship and of-the-moment design to create all-season footwear. What began decades ago with premium boots, crafted with an unparalleled balance of construction and protection, is now a brand dedicated to both functionality and fashion. WHY WORK AT SOREL: Being part of SOREL is for the few that dare to draw outside the lines. It’s a culture comprised of individuals audaciously pushing forward as one. New ideas fuel us as we explore the unknown, while never being afraid to charge the edge. SOREL is an institution of creators, doers and leaders who bring the spirit of the boot into everything we make. Centered in the heart of downtown Portland, SOREL headquarters is walking distance to a wide range of theatres, museums, parks, farmers markets and amazing food. Pioneer Courthouse Square, Director Park, Portland Art Museum, Arlene Schnitzer Hall and Waterfront Park are just a few amenities Portland has to offer.