His first job after graduation he worked for Keith Montague for whom he had the greatest respect. Ted then started his own business, Ted Nagata Graphic Design, until he retired 45 years later. One of his most well-known works was the Snowbird ski resort logo that he designed in 1971. Ted designed many logos that are familiar in the Salt Lake area. Ken Garff Automotive, UTA, Yellow Cab, Salt Lake County, local restaurants & banks, political campaigns, American Stores Company, National JACL Credit Union, Humane Society of Utah, older Alta, Parkwest & Snowbasin ski resort logos, and the 2002 Salt Lake Olympic Bid logo are to name a few. Ted received many awards of service and recognition over his career and lifetime. The most recent accolade being the Distinguished Legacy Award from the University of Utah Fine Arts Department in 2022. He was so ecstatic that he was selected for this award, he told his family that this was the greatest achievement award he had ever received. However, his family believes his greatest achievement was being the best husband, father, and grandfather to his family and leaving a legacy of community service.
Snowbird Resort
American Hardwear (Mountain Hardwear)
Alta Ski Lift Company
Snowbasin Resort
SLC Olympic Bid Committee
U.S. Ski Team Classic
Utah Transit Authority
Salt Lake County
Garff Dealerships
JACL Credit Union
Market Grill Street
Gallivan Utah Center
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