Hello, my name is Dawson Presley and I’m currently the Associate Director of Graphic Design for Texas A&M Athletics, where I’ve been since March 2023. I’ve had the opportunity to lead creative efforts for several nationally recognized programs including Volleyball (Sweet 16 appearance in 2023), Baseball (2024 preseason #1 overall), Women’s Basketball, and Cross Country/Track & Field (two seasons, including a national championship).
Before joining Texas A&M, I was the lead designer for ACU Athletics in Abilene, Texas, where I created visual content for all sports programs from Football to Golf. I earned my Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Oral Roberts University in April 2022.
Originally from Kansas City, I’ve always had a passion for both sports and the arts. I grew up performing in musical theatre and dance for over a decade, which shaped my creative eye and storytelling approach. My journey in graphic design began in high school through volunteer work at my church, creating weekly social media content—and I’ve been passionate about design ever since. I bring a versatile and energetic perspective to every project, always looking to elevate the story behind the sport.
Experience
Associate Director of Graphic Design
Texas A&M Athletics · College Station, Tx · April 2023 - Present
Lead designer supporting high-profile varsity programs with impactful visual content across digital, social, and print platforms. Primary design support for Volleyball (2 seasons, including a 2024 Sweet 16 appearance), Baseball (2024 preseason #1 overall ranking), Women’s Basketball (1 season), and Cross Country/Track & Field (2 seasons, including a national championship). Developed and executed creative campaigns that elevated team branding, engaged fans, and supported recruiting efforts. Collaborated closely with coaches, marketing, and communications to maintain a consistent, bold visual identity across all materials.
Athletic Graphic Designer
Abilene Christian University · Abilene, Tx · May 2022 - March 2023
I was the first in house Athletic Graphic Designer hired at ACU. tasked with social media, in venue, and print design requests through every team and department at ACU Athletics. I have been tasked with game-day graphics, billboards, posters, and video board designs. Created the seasonal looks for all ACU football, women's soccer, men's and women's basketball, and baseball for the 2022-23 school year.
Marketing Executive
ORU Student Association · Tulsa, OK · August 2021 - May 2022
Marketing and Promoting events that are for the student body, staff, and faculty. I lead a team of 7 creatives that produce content through social media, posters, and newsletters.
Graphic Designer
New Life Ranch · Colcord, OK · May 2021 - August 2021
Create visual experiences for kids, teenagers, and their families to take home with them after the week that they have spent at New Life Ranch. I created weekly themed posters, created minigame slides, took photos of the kids so that parents can see their kids on a daily basis.
Graphic Designer
ORU Student Association · Tulsa, OK · August 2020 - May 2021
With this job, I created posters, social media graphics, and other things for all events that were on campus and for the student body. I gained incredible experience in creating print and digital graphics for events, clubs, and other needs.
Graphic Designer
ORU Athletics · Tulsa, OK · August 2019 - May 2020
Generated digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing. Designed and printed online interactive sales and marketing collateral. Used Adobe Software to create images and layouts
Skills
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Indesign
Adobe Aftereffects
Microsoft Word
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, Oklahoma
(2018-Present)
High School Diploma
Olathe South High School
Olathe Kansas
(2014-2018)