Dave Shepherd

(graphic designer)

Dave, who originally hails from Toledo, moved to the area to attend Stark State, the only school in Ohio that had a Game Design degree at the time. About three-quarters of the way through, however, he realized what he really liked was graphic and web design. He's currently attending Stark to sharpen his video/audio skills.

He also has a couple of side projects, including a small skateboard company start-up called Split Up Skateboard (he designs and sells decks and shirts) and a freelance photography business (www.bearandyeti.com/photography)

When Dave's not at work, his life revolves around:

• Skateboarding
  
• Photography/Film
  
• Working on my own designs for Boards/Shirts/Posters
  
• Playing Bass/Guitar and Listen to music

Little known facts:

• Used to work at a tattoo shop as a body piercer
  
• Cannot sleep without a fan on
  
• Visits Toledo nearly every weekend to shoot bands/visit friends

Where he gained experience...

He has a degree in Computer Science: Video Game Design from Stark State. Prior to joining TKG, he was the lead designer of the Canal Fulton newspaper. He has also freelanced in design and photography for several years.