J.R. Caines

J.R. Caines – Designer

I am an award winning print designer with over 15 years experience. My desire for my work is only to communicate what you have to say.

Overview

With over 15 years experience working in various design fields from publish to marketing and advertising I have collected the knowledge and skills necessary to work with my clients to understand their culture and voice and to communicate their message in fresh new ways, whether it be for a book cover, brand communication, or targeted marketing campaign. My desire for my work is only to communicate what you have to say.

My work has been recognized by Print Magazine and The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA), among others.

I've worked with Nazarene Publishing House, Beacon Hill Press, The House Studio, Weaver Publishing, New Hope Publishing, The Foundry Press, Grace & Peace Magazine, the University of Kansas, Coursera, and more.
Services
Non-Fiction
Religion & Spirituality Sports & Outdoors
Languages
English
Awards
  • EPA - Higher Goals - Design Award: 2019
  • AIGA – A11 Design Award: 2015
  • PRINT Magazine – Regional Design Award (Midwest Region): 2010
  • AIGA – A5 Design Award: 2009
  • ECPA – Book Cover Award: 2008

Work experience

Self-employed

Jul, 2012 — Present

An award winning graphic designer specializing in book covers, marketing, advertising, illustration, and web design.

The University of Kansas

Aug, 2013 — Apr, 2016 (over 2 years)

Art direction, graphic design, and marketing for KU's Marketing Communications Department.

Nazarene Publishing House

Jun, 2005 — Jun, 2012 (about 7 years)

Design book covers, catalogs, ads, fliers, logos, websites, etc.

Portfolio

"At times the world seems full of evil and injustice. Another school shooting, a natural disaster, the innocent exploited—these are our headlines. The brokenness of the world causes us to question:“Where is God in this?How could a good God allow . . . ?Why sho... read more
In a world where No one tells me what to do and I am my own authority, the Ten Commandments quickly find their way to the trash heap. For most of us, the words surrounding law—rule, restriction, regulation, requirement, code, commandment, covenant, must, ought... read more
You Say You Want a Revolution? Meet Jesus—the original revolutionary, who turned the world upside down with his countercultural ways. Join Dr. Dan Boone for 40 days in the Gospel of Luke exploring Jesus's radical commitment to justice and compassion as he embr... read more
Experience the power of the kingdom in your world today.The Sermon on the Mount contains some of Jesus’s most surprising, puzzling, and profound teachings. He calls us to give up our worrying, to love our enemies, and to rejoice when we are persecuted. In this... read more
In 12 New Testament Passages That Changed the World, Joseph Bentz explores some of the most life-changing New Testament scriptures and demonstrates their ability to touch all types of people, even those who don’t believe in Jesus.
In Living the Way of Jesus, Rev. Michaele LaVigne helps us understand how seemingly mundane things can become deeply spiritual practices. Using the Christian calendar as a guide, LaVigne invites us into easy, practical, and transformative weekly practices for ... read more
"As we gaze upon the face of baby Jesus, we are often moved by the peace and stillness of the nativity scene. Is it possible that we have settled for a version of the birth of Christ that merely soothes and comforts us? What does it mean that the Creator of th... read more
Jeremy Affeldt understands passion. With passion, his dream of being a major league baseball player became a reality in 1997. With passion, he battled injuries that plagued the early years of his career. With passion, he struck out the side of the Detroit Tige... read more

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