Christopher Mostello

Christopher Mostello

Creative. Storyteller. Tinkerer.

About

Creating experiences that matter.

Background in human-computer interaction, visual design, and marketing.

Designing at all stages, challenging norms, and always remaining a champion for the audience no matter who they are.

Projects

2024
Agility in creative delivery
2023
Building a united team
2022
Use a process, don't let it use you

Work Experience

2016 — Now

Analyst, 2016 → Consultant, 2017 → Manager, 2022 — Today

Leading and executing design strategy of client-facing and user-facing engagements, with experience delivering in a wide range of roles; including experience design lead, facilitator, researcher, product designer, and change consultant; delivering in agile scrum environments.

Industries:
Chemical and materials science • Community banking and finance • Energy • Government • Home and personal care • Household consumer goods • Insurance • Mortgage lending

2017 — Now

Mentoring and coaching advisees through a holistic approach to career management, progression, and practicing self-reflection.

2016 — Now
Talent Acquisition Support at Avanade

Supporting early talent recruitment through interviewing and on-site campus events.

2014 — 2016
Freelance Graphic Design at Advertising, Marketing, and Non-profit Organizations

Consulted with organizations, delivering communication and graphic design services for marketing materials; advertising campaigns including large-scale signage, transit bus and rail interior cards, digital station displays, and billboards; and organizational materials including brand guides, quarterly and yearly reports, and marketing kits.

Volunteering

2018 — 2021

Developed and delivered LGBTQ+ employee network global inclusion strategy; collaborated with teams from executive leadership to internal business teams and external partner organizations; expanded global leadership team from 8 to 16 members; developed global community engagement program; and delivered top 10 storytelling campaigns for both internal and external audiences.

2016 — 2018

Developed network brand, voice, and identity; co-cordinated local Pride engagement programming; and developed network of internal function co-collaborators.

Education

M.S. Human-Computer Interaction at DePaul University, Jarvis College of Computing and Digital Media
Business Administration at DePaul University, Driehaus College of Business
B.A. Marketing and Management at ILIA Chicago

Contact

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