Art Director Graphic Designer

Mo Safavynia

Art Director Illustrator Graphic Designer Interactive Designer

work experience

• Led the design and animation of compelling social media content in close partnership with the marketing team.

• Created visually engaging, easy-to-use templates to elevate client presentations and while ensuring brand consistency.

• Oversaw the design and production quality of high-impact branded print materials.

• Directed the creative development of diverse event collateral—including booth environments and dynamic video backdrops—for large-scale activations.

• Illustrated bold, large-format murals for building wraps and major experiential events, aligning with brand narratives. Art Director, Senior Designer & Illustrator Public School Design Agency 2023 ——— Present

• Develop compelling brand identities and comprehensive brand guidelines for emerging startups.

• Craft visually cohesive systems that capture the essence of a brand, from core values to visual language.

• Prepare design assets optimized for animation and interactive experiences.

• Deliver production ready files that bring brands to life through motion and digital engagement.

• Design custom-branded merchandise and promotional items.

• Create eye-catching swag—including badges, stickers, apparel, and enamel pins—that fans and teams love to wear and share. Freelancer & Contractor 2010 ——— Present

Senior Graphic Designer & Illustrator Clinch 2022 ——— 2023 Art Director, Illustrator & Graphic/Interactive Designer Nebo Marketing Agency 2016 ——— 2022 Art Director, Designer & Illustrator Mastermind Marketing 2014 ——— 2016

• Crafted a unified brand identity across social media, marketing assets, and visual communications to ensure consistent storytelling and impact.

• Designed versatile branded templates for internal messaging, executive presentations, and client-facing pitch decks, enhancing clarity and professionalism.

• Illustrated custom visuals tailored for marketing campaigns, email newsletters, and print collateral, bringing a distinctive and memorable aesthetic to each initiative.

• Developed high-impact one-sheets and immersive booth designs for events and trade shows, blending strategy with standout visual appeal to captivate audiences.

• Led projects from concept to launch, delivering high-impact, design-forward solutions across digital platforms.

• Specialized in crafting immersive interactive experiences, with a strong focus on UI design and dynamic animation.

• Directed end-to-end brand development for new clients—including full-scale rebrands, logo systems, and visual identity strategies.

• Designed bespoke illustrations and custom iconography to elevate digital interfaces and strengthen brand storytelling.

• Mentored junior designers through constructive critique sessions and collaborative group initiatives, nurturing creative growth and team cohesion. Phone: 404-***-****

Email: *********@*****.***

Portfolio: www.safavynia.com

contact & portfolio

Art Direction UX/UI Design Graphic Design

Illustration Iconography Typography Animation Branding Interctive Design

skills

“Social Media Campaign” category of PR Daily’s 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility Awards

W3 award silver for school/university 2024

Web Excellence Award in school/university 2024

WebAwards standard of excellence for university 2024 AIGA Judges Favorite 2021

Best Shopping Website 2020

ADDY’s Site of the Year 2017

awards

Bachelor Fine Arts

Kennesaw State University

2007 — 2011

education

Adobe Creative Suite Adobe Illustrator Adobe

Photoshop Adobe After Effects Adobe XD Figma software

Porsche Canva Bloomingdale’s TikTok

Mailchimp Robinhood Georgia Tech

high-profile clients

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