The Designer Search

The Designer Search is a specialized creative talent recruitment service led by Frederic Terral, who serves as 'The Portfolio Reviewer' for hiring entities seeking top creative professionals. Based in Asheville, the company leverages over 20 years of experience in reviewing creative portfolios and building award-winning creative teams. Frederic assists organizations in defining roles, reviewing portfolios and resumes, and identifying the best creative talent across various design and creative disciplines.

The Designer Search offers a unique approach to creative recruitment through comprehensive portfolio and resume review services. Rather than traditional recruitment methods, Frederic Terral works directly with clients to streamline their hiring process by thoroughly screening all submitted applications and providing detailed analysis of the most promising candidates.

The company's methodology involves reviewing role specifications and job descriptions, then conducting extensive screening of all submitted resumes and portfolios. Clients benefit from a detailed Google Sheets report featuring preferred candidates with comprehensive highlights, observations, and rationales for each selection. This approach saves clients significant time and energy that would otherwise be spent reviewing numerous applications.

With over two decades of experience in the creative industry, Frederic brings deep expertise from his background as a graphic designer who evolved into an agency partner and Executive Creative Director. His hands-on experience spans digital, print, video, film, and experiential projects for Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, startups, and national nonprofits including The Walt Disney Company, Coca-Cola, Microsoft, and NOAA.

The service is particularly valuable for busy executives and HR professionals who need expert guidance in evaluating creative talent but lack the time or specialized knowledge to properly assess creative portfolios. Frederic's extensive network and industry connections, combined with his passion for the creative industry, enable him to identify candidates who often become creative leaders in celebrated companies.