Robert Wertz

Robert Wertz has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Robert started their career as an Art Director at Continental American Insurance Company, where they planned and designed corporate communications and benefits enrollment materials. Robert then worked as an Art Director at Gasque Advertising before joining Colonial Life as an Art Director, where they developed various marketing materials and advertising campaigns. Robert then moved to the University of South Carolina-Columbia as an Adjunct Instructor, teaching visual communication concepts. Later, they joined BlueCross BlueShield of SC as a Manager of Creative Services, responsible for managing a large creative team and collaborating with clients to develop marketing solutions. After that, Robert rejoined the University of South Carolina as an Associate Director of Creative Services, leading a creative team and working with various university departments. Currently, they are working at the University of South Carolina as a Senior Associate Director of Visual Branding, setting visual standards and coordinating advertising campaigns. Throughout their career, Robert has also been actively involved as an Adjunct Instructor, teaching graphic design seminar classes and mentoring students.

Robert Wertz has a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Advertising from the University of South Carolina, which they attained between 1993 and 1997. Robert further pursued their academic qualifications at the same university, obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) degree in Mass Communications from 2018 to 2021. Currently, they are enrolled in the University of South Carolina, undertaking a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program in Mass Communications, which they are expected to complete between 2021 and 2026. Additionally, Robert holds a certification in FLMI from LOMA, although the specific date of attainment is not provided.