Dennis Canon is a creative art director with over 15 years of experience in the field of consumer products, branding, and advertising. He has a solid and strong understanding of all aspects of design, communication, and brand implementation. Canon’s greatest accomplishments are receiving two (2) “Disney Inventors Awards” for two innovative package designs he developed during his tenure at Disney Consumer Products.

He received a Bachelor of Arts in Art from CSULB and a Master of Arts in Art & Technology from the University of Oklahoma. 

In addition to being a professor at USC, he has taught at CSULB, Otis College Art & Design, FIDM, and Chapman University. He also lends his time as a guest speaker/portfolio reviewer for Art Center, Laguna College of Art & Design, and CSUN. He also has his own professional practice where he helps small to medium size brands identify their strengths to ensure their product attracts, inspires, and engages with their core consumers. 

Awards and honors: 

Two Disney Inventor's Awards for Innovative Package Designs, Disney Toys