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Ralph Tullie

Ralph Tullie

Philadelphia, PA, US

 

About 

Since 1992 I have been translating client input and market research into customer-centric, on-brand experiences that produced positive results for each client I have worked with. 

My design process for creating memorable environments involves keen listening skills to discover client stories, the use of free-association thinking to solve problems, and employing effective trends and technology that engages the audience and leaves a lasting impression.  I am passionate about the challenge of creating the best solution to the design "puzzle", and continue to find new ways to innovate.

I am an award-winning designer who has worked on large trade show programs, and experiential marketing environments at many of the leading companies in the industry.  My flexibility in working independently, in group settings, or in directing designers on multiple concepts has proven to be one of my assets.  My project responsibilities have involved all phases of design including the client input meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, material selection, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction.

Employment 

Studio Ralph Tullie, Philadelphia, PA, US, Creative Principal

Studio Ralph Tullie is a multidisciplinary design practice positioned at the intersection of architectural design, industrial design, and graphic design. The Studio works with residential and corporate customers to design a solution that creates a great experience.

Experiential design solutions are offered for residential interiors & outdoor living spaces, corporate trade show exhibits, retail interiors, product showrooms, and visitor centers.

Jan 2013 - current
 

Catalyst Exhibits, Pleasant Prairie, WI, US (work from home), Senior Exhibit Designer

Lead designer on exhibits, and experiential marketing programs. Responsible for all phases of design including initial client meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, final design, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction

Nov 2010 - Oct 2012
 

Visual Communications, Inc., Aston, PA, US, Senior Exhibit Designer

Lead designer on exhibits, and experiential marketing programs. Responsible for all phases of design including initial client meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, final design, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction

Dec 2007 - Nov 2010
 

Exhibitgroup/Giltspur (now GES), New York, NY, US, Senior Exhibit Designer

Lead designer on exhibits, and experiential marketing programs. Responsible for all phases of design including initial client meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, final design, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction

Feb 2003 - Dec 2007
 

Contempo Design, Edison, NJ, US, Senior Exhibit Designer

Lead designer on exhibits, and experiential marketing programs. Responsible for all phases of design including initial client meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, final design, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction

Mar 2001 - Sep 2002
 

Art Guild, Inc., West Deptford, NJ, Exhibit Designer

Lead designer on exhibits, and experiential marketing programs. Responsible for all phases of design including initial client meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, final design, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction

Jul 2000 - Mar 2001
 

Sparks Exhibits & Environments, Philadelphia, PA, US, Exhibit Designer

Junior designer on exhibits, and experiential marketing programs. Responsible for all phases of design including initial client meeting, developing a design strategy, brainstorming & conceptual thinking, rough sketching & design development, final design, computer modeling & rendering, presenting, and consulting with manufacturing throughout all stages of construction

Sep 1991 - Jun 2000
 

Education 

University of Maryland, College Park, MD, US, MArch, Masters in Architecture

I attended The University of Maryland for the Spring 1992 semester only, and did not receive a degree.

Jan 1992 - May 1992
 

The University of the Arts, Philadelphia, PA, US, BArch, Architecture

Sep 1987 - May 1990
 

Awards 

Annual Mark Awards, 1st Place

"Showtime Programming Experience" at NCTA both for Showtime Networks, Inc.

2008
 

Exhibitor Magazine's Exhibit Design Awards, 1st Place

Gold Award for Island Exhibit for Adidas America

1994
 

Skills