Brand strategist and designer passionate about crafting distinct, meaningful identities. I specialize in bringing brands to life through thoughtful design, compelling storytelling, and strategic visual direction. With a background in sales, marketing, branding and social media, I blend creativity with strategy to help brands stand out and connect with their audience. Let’s build something impactful together! --- Employment Creative Consultant/Designer @ MZ Studio January 2020 - Present Graphic Designer/Art Director @ Steelcase 2022 - 2023 Business Development Representative @ Groupon 2016 - 2019

Mads

Brand strategist and designer passionate about crafting distinct, meaningful identities. I specialize in bringing brands to life through thoughtful design, compelling storytelling, and strategic visual direction. With a background in sales, marketing, branding and social media, I blend creativity with strategy to help brands stand out and connect with their audience. Let’s build something impactful together! --- Employment Creative Consultant/Designer @ MZ Studio January 2020 - Present Graphic Designer/Art Director @ Steelcase 2022 - 2023 Business Development Representative @ Groupon 2016 - 2019

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Brand strategist and designer passionate about crafting distinct, meaningful identities. I specialize in bringing brands to life through thoughtful design, compelling storytelling, and strategic visual direction.

With a background in sales, marketing, branding and social media, I blend creativity with strategy to help brands stand out and connect with their audience. Let’s build something impactful together!


Employment

Creative Consultant/Designer @ MZ Studio
January 2020 - Present

Graphic Designer/Art Director @ Steelcase
2022 - 2023

Business Development Representative @ Groupon
2016 - 2019

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Work Experience

Graphic Designer at Mix Creative
July 1, 2025 - Present
I work with Mix Creative as a core graphic designer supporting branding, visual identity, illustration, and digital design. I collaborate with the creative director and project leads to develop concepts and deliver intentional, polished, on brand assets. My role includes logo design, social content, web graphics, print collateral, and campaign materials.
Graphic Designer at Design Salt Creative
May 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
I supported client web development and design while helping Alejandra continue to market her brand and stay ahead of emerging trends. I used AI tools extensively in this role, with Midjourney as my preferred tool for concept exploration, trend research, and fast creative ideation. My work also included brand creation and management, social content, blogs, Squarespace and Wix sites, Mailchimp emails, mockups, client communication, and day to day creative support.
Graphic Designer + Art Director Support at Steelcase
December 1, 2022 - July 1, 2023
I provided graphic design and art direction support for Steelcase Store, a new direct-to-consumer initiative launched in response to pandemic-driven market shifts. Initially brought on to support creative ad development with Darwin Software, my contract was extended to assist with product launches and broader marketing efforts. I led pre and post photoshoot production for four photoshoots, including full production of the Steelcase Summer photoshoot where I recruited and managed talent and directed photography. I also created and tracked assets for social and web promotion and maintained the Steelcase Store asset library.

Education

Bachelor of Communication at DePauw University
August 21, 2010 - May 22, 2014

Qualifications

Adobe Certified Professional in Visual Design Using Adobe Photoshop
December 1, 2021 - March 1, 2025
This Adobe Certified Professional certification is an industry-recognized validation of the individual's expertise in Adobe Photoshop. It requires an in-depth understanding of the key industry concepts and the program's interface to create and publish digital images.

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services
    paper Mylk Skincare

    Mylk is a clean, vegan skincare brand redefining inclusivity and challenging traditional beauty standards. With a bold vision to disrupt the industry, they partnered with our studio to build a brand that speaks directly to diverse and often overlooked audiences, with a particular focus on men and people of color. This project centered around the launch of both the brand and its debut product, Milky Toner, while laying the groundwork for lasting impact.

    Key Accomplishments:
    Reposition skincare as essential and approachable for underrepresented communities
    Craft a distinct identity that stands out in an oversaturated market
    Generate anticipation and demand leading up to product launch.

    paper VICTOR KINGSLEY — Branding & Visual Identity

    Overview
    This project defines a complete brand identity for “VICTOR KINGSLEY.” The direction blends modern elegance with bold simplicity, delivering a versatile aesthetic that works across both digital and print platforms.

    What’s included

    A refined color palette and typography system to establish a consistent and polished visual tone.

    Multiple logo concepts including wordmarks, monograms, and alternate marks — each designed to reflect sophistication, clarity, and brand flexibility.

    Mockups and real-world applications showing how the identity performs on business cards, digital assets, and other collateral.

    Goal & Value
    The aim was to create a strong, professional brand presence that communicates credibility and modern style. By presenting varied logo options and usage contexts, the design allows for scalability, adaptability, and a cohesive brand rollout.

    Suggested Tags: #BrandIdentity #LogoDesign #VisualIdentity #Branding #GraphicDesign #MinimalDesign #Mockups

    paper Apex Escapes

    Apex Escapes is a brand identity and website concept for an A frame tiny house rental. The goal was to create a cozy yet elevated visual world that feels like a quiet escape into nature while still looking polished and bookable online.
    Behance

    I developed the logo suite, color palette, and typography, then extended the system into social media graphics and a website layout that highlights the cabin, the landscape, and the experience of the stay. The result is a flexible identity that can live across digital marketing, print materials, and the booking platform.

    paper Initial Logo Design and Brand Direction for Real Estate Broker


    I created the initial brand identity for a real estate broker launching his career, focusing on a modern and trustworthy visual style. The project began with a strategic moodboard and refined color palette to define the look and feel.

    From there I developed three distinct logo concepts, each with a primary logo, secondary marks, and logomark variations. The directions explored minimal monograms, geometric icons, and lifestyle focused wordmarks, all designed to reflect professionalism and approachability.

    I also applied each concept across social previews and mockups so the client could see how the brand would work in real world use. This presentation set the foundation for the full brand build and the launch of his real estate identity.

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