Independent designer for mission-driven organizations.
I’m a multidisciplinary designer and former marketing director helping teams in technology, public policy, and government clarify their story and bring brands, websites, reports, and digital experiences to life.
Partner Spotlight
The Knight-Georgetown Institute studies how AI, social media, and other emerging technologies are changing the way we communicate, govern, and participate in public life. They bring researchers together with policymakers and industry leaders to help inform the decisions shaping our future.
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Helping shape the look and feel of reports, publications, and other communications across the organization.
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Making research and complex topics easier to understand through visual design.
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Designing cover artwork and illustrations that give each publication a clear visual identity.
Recent Work
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Frunchroom Collective
Brand identity, website design, and art direction for a cafe, wellness studio, and coworking space now open in Libertyville, Illinois.
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Beeck Center at Georgetown University
Brand strategy and design for a Georgetown University center helping governments improve public services through better technology, data, and policy.
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Data Foundation
Brand, report, and data visualization design for a nonpartisan think tank advancing open data, evidence-based policymaking, and more effective government.
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International Economic Development Council
Editorial design for a new-member welcome kit introducing economic development professionals to the organization, its resources, and its national network.
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Ancient Oaks Foundation
Brand refresh and website design for a local nonprofit restoring native woodlands and prairies through conservation, education, and community stewardship.
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HData
Marketing, brand, and product design for a regulatory technology startup simplifying complex energy data and modernizing reporting for government agencies.
Services
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Craft a clear, consistent visual identity that sets you apart.
Brand strategy and consulting
Logo design and brand asset development
Event branding and print/digital collateral
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Support your big-picture goals with thoughtful design and planning.
Marketing strategy and content development
Graphic design for both print and digital formats
Project management and creative direction
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Design intuitive, accessible digital experiences that work across devices.
Website design and development
UX/UI design
Digital marketing design support
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Turn complex information into clean, engaging visual content.
Report layout for web and PDF
Data visualization and infographics
Deep experience in civic tech and public sector topics
Hudson Hollister
Founder & CEO, HData
“Having worked with Justin since 2013 on nonprofit marketing and messaging, when I decided to found a venture-backed startup, I knew he was the very first person to recruit. Justin took on all aspects of HData's first public presence, from design to user experience to CRM to the words we carefully chose. His hard work and creativity secured HData's initial customer base and our Seed capital raise.”
I’ve spent most of my career juggling tech, policy, and public sector projects. Today, I’m working in new fields with local clients and having a blast.
Proud to have worked with:
Nonprofit
Ancient Oaks Foundation
Beeck Center at Georgetown University
Data Foundation
Demand Progress
International Economic Development Council
Government
Department of Education
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
National Science Foundation
The White House (Obama Administration)
Tech
Deloitte
Grant Thornton
HData
NRBY
Workiva