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Jim Curl
A creative guy that wears many hats...
Jim Curl is a multifaceted creative professional based in the San Francisco Bay Area. He describes himself as "a creative guy that wears many hats" and has been involved in several entrepreneurial ventures.1
Professional Experience
Jim Curl has been serving as a Thought Partner at Veriskope since January 2019. Veriskope is a tech startup that focuses on low-latency video and data solutions via cloud, on-premise, and edge technologies.1
In addition to his role at Veriskope, Jim has extensive experience in branding and design:
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405 Group: Jim is the Principal and Creative Director of 405 Group, a visual branding and communication design firm he founded in November 1996. The company specializes in developing creative and strategic solutions for corporate communications, branding, website design, packaging, and digital media.1
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Circo Labs: Since January 2017, Jim has been the Owner and Creative Director of Circo Labs, a curated homewares brand that combines innovation, quality, and aesthetics.1
Background and Education
Jim Curl holds a BFA in Graphic Design with a focus on Business Management from Carnegie Mellon University, which he attended from 1982 to 1986.1
His career in design spans several decades, including roles such as:
- VP, Design Director at The Design Office of RKD (1992-1996)
- Design Director at Cronan Design (1990-1992)
- Senior Designer at ThoughtForm (formerly Agnew Moyer Smith) (1986-1990)1
Jim Curl's LinkedIn username is indeed "405group," which aligns with the name of his branding design firm.1
