Jason Edlén

Having more than 20 years of experience as a designer and creative director, Jason Edlén has honed his expertise in everything from the traditional to modern communications in the digital and multimedia realm. Developing solutions for clients and industries that span B2B and B2C. As Vice President of Creative Services at Chartwell, he leads the design team in producing award-winning creative solutions to achieve clients’ goals.  

Jason began his career in Chicago developing branding, packaging, and customer experience solutions for clients such as Wahl, Ulta, Sunbeam/Oster, and Mr. Coffee, just to name a few. Prior to joining the Chartwell team in 2017, Jason spent 13 years working for a design and media agency in Rockford as Sr. Art Director and Creative Director. His work garnered several awards for art direction, design, and illustration in traditional communications as well as emerging technologies. Jason’s passion for visual communication is driven by his love of working with an amazing team, cultivating ideas, and his desire to help clients find their brand and tell their unique story.  

Since joining Chartwell Agency, his expertise has contributed to the firm adding even more awards to its already long list of achievements as well as helping the agency expand its capabilities in digital and multimedia services. 

Outside of work, Jason is a dedicated dog dad and uncle. In his free time, he enjoys digging in the dirt, reading, cooking, writing music, and disappearing on long hikes.