معرفی
Mark Addona serves as Assistant Professor in the Strategic Communication department at Ithaca College's Roy H. Park School of Communications, teaching Advertising Copywriting, Art Direction, Brand Design, and Presentation Graphic Design since Fall 2020. His Park 376 office hosts Spring 2025 office hours Monday/Wednesday/Friday 3:15-4:15pm, with course schedules spanning STCM 10300, 11100, and 33000 sections.
His educational foundation includes:
- BFA in Computer Graphics from Syracuse University
- MFA in Graphic Design from SCAD (Savannah College of Art and Design)
Professional expertise centers on Advertising, Graphic Design, and Emerging Technology, forged through 15+ years in the advertising industry collaborating with Nike, Red Bull, Volvo, and AARP. His pedagogy integrates real-world brand development, art direction, and emerging tech applications, emphasizing award-winning creative processes that have mentored students to ADDY, Young Ones, and Red Dot Awards.
Professional recognition includes industry accolades:
- Over 40 ADDY awards
Academic service encompasses Faculty Council membership, Pendleton Grant Committee roles, Park Scholars Search Committee participation, and advising Portfolio Club (SLAP) and TEDx Ithaca College. His Brand Design and Communication Lab provides experiential learning in integrated marketing campaigns.
