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I’m Rich Cole
A creative professional specializing in art direction, graphic design, marketing, social media, and photography. From concept through execution, I help develop businesses across a variety of platforms including web, social media, print, email, events, and communications.
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BUILDING BRANDS
Kitchen at the Chicago West Loop restaurant, Aikana, which was featured on The Bear.
WHAT I DO
Art Direction
Marketing
Graphic Design
Website Design
Logo Design
Social Media
Copy Writing
Photography
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TELLING THE STORIES
Behind the scenes at the BBQ & Country Music Festival, Windy City Smokeout.
WHO I WORK WITH
Creative Agencies
Restaurants & Bars
Events & Festivals
Higher Education
Community Services
Music & Arts
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CREATING ENGAGEMENT
Owner of the Chicago Lakeview restaurant, Yoshi’s Café, being interviewed by Chicago’s Best TV.