DAVID H REUSS

With decades of experience in visual storytelling, I specialize in bringing narratives to life through illustrations, storyboards, and comics. My portfolio includes collaborations with high-profile clients like, Dos Equis, YES Network, McDonalds, Spike TV,  Pepsico and Johnson & Johnson, where I’ve transformed marketing concepts into compelling visuals that captivate audiences.

My work is defined by a distinctive style that combines dynamic imagery with a strong grasp of narrative structure, creating immersive experiences for viewers and delivering impactful results for clients.

I am a proud native New Yorker and I have been an award-winning artist and a dedicated member of the Salmagundi Club where I also have the privilege of teaching the Saturday morning painting and drawing class, where I share my love for the arts. I also teach illustration at New Jersey City University.

In addition, I serve as the Membership Chairman and Treasurer of the Society of Illustrators, reflecting my deep commitment to the illustration community. I hold a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of Visual Arts and a Master of Professional Studies in Arts and Cultural Management from Pratt Institute.

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AWARDS

1987   St. Gaudens Medal for Draftsmanship School Art League of NYC

1987   The Daily News / SVA Scholarship Award for Artistic Merit

1998   Junius Allen Memorial Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

1999   Junius Allen Memorial Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2000   Junius Allen Memorial Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2001   Frank Vincent Dumond Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2002   Anonymous Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2003   Frank Vincent Dumond Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2004   Frank Vincent Dumond Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2006   Certificate of Merit from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2006   Pratt Institute ACM Excellence in Academic Achievement Award

2006   Pratt Institute Outstanding Academic Achievement Award

2010   Honorable Mention from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2019   Martin Hannon Memorial Award from the Salmagundi Club NYC

2025  SCNY Spring Auction Third Prize from the Salmagundi Club NYC

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CLIENTS

 JOHNSON & JOHNSON

UNILEVER

INNATE MOTION

PATIENTS & PURPOSE

AREA 23

GREY

BBDO

SPIKE TV

MJZ PRODUCTIONS

J.WALTER THOMPSON

MCCANN

PUBLICIS

THE BLOC

INDEPENDENT MEDIA

BACK YARD

RADICAL MEDIA

DOUBLE TAKE COMICS
SUPERIOR COMICS

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