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Gary Golightly is a Professor of Graphic Design at The University of Memphis. With over 29 years of professional experience, he has worked as a designer and art director in Memphis since 1994, including roles at archer/malmo (Tennessee’s largest advertising firm at the time) and carbon14, a design firm featured in Communication Arts magazine. His work spans advertising, public relations, and academic design, emphasizing visual communication and brand identity.
Education: B.A., 1986; M.F.A., 1995, both from Memphis State University (now The University of Memphis).
Research and professional interests include graphic design theory, typography, and theatre poster design. His work has been showcased in prestigious venues such as the University of Minnesota’s Goldstein Museum and the Washington Pavilion of Arts & Science, and published in Presenting Shakespeare (2016).
Awards and Recognition: Multiple accolades from the American Advertising Federation, UCDA, AIGA, and exhibitions in juried shows like I Profess and form/inform. His designs have consistently been honored in regional and national competitions.
Labs/Teams: Not explicitly mentioned in available texts. Advising: No student advisees listed.
