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Who knew my kindergarten report card would predict so much about the person I’ve grown to be: I was doing well, it said. I was polite with my classmates and arrived on time, but I disrupted class. I asked the question “why” too much. Today, not much has changed. If you present me with a problem, I can’t help but wonder how it came about. What factors contribute to its persistence, and how can I resolve them? For me, the answer to that last question almost always lies in design. In my practice, I strive to democratize information and make difficult or complex concepts approachable, and I always begin by asking a simple question: “Why?”.
Who knew my kindergarten report card would predict so much about the person I’ve grown to be: I was doing well, it said. I was polite with my classmates and arrived on time, but I disrupted class. I asked the question “why” too much. Today, not much has changed. If you present me with a problem, I can’t help but wonder how it came about. What factors contribute to its persistence, and how can I resolve them? For me, the answer to that last question almost always lies in design. In my practice, I strive to democratize information and make difficult or complex concepts approachable, and I always begin by asking a simple question: “Why?”.For project inquiries or if you just wanna chat:
hello@ashudson.info or +1 503.475.2478
hello@ashudson.info or +1 503.475.2478
RECOGNITION
Design Challenge Winner | 2020
Design Matters, Pandemic Response Challenge
Provost’s List | 2019–21
ArtCenter Gallery Selection | 2019–20
FETE, Packaging Design
Le Vin Est Le Vin, Packaging Design
The Others, Book Design
Scholarship Recipient | 2019
Meaningful Works Scholarship
Design Matters, Pandemic Response Challenge
Provost’s List | 2019–21
ArtCenter Gallery Selection | 2019–20
FETE, Packaging Design
Le Vin Est Le Vin, Packaging Design
The Others, Book Design
Scholarship Recipient | 2019
Meaningful Works Scholarship
EDUCATION
ArtCenter College of Design | 2018–21
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Focused Coursework at ArtCenter
Pandemic Response Design Challenge | 2020
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary group of ArtCenter students to create a unique solution to a the communication challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic
Sponsored Study Abroad: Testlab Berlin | 2020
Worked with an interdisciplinary group of ArtCenter students to reimagine art tourism for N.Y.C.&Co. and Visit Berlin
Loyola Marymount University | 2012–16
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design
Focused Coursework at ArtCenter
Pandemic Response Design Challenge | 2020
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary group of ArtCenter students to create a unique solution to a the communication challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic
Sponsored Study Abroad: Testlab Berlin | 2020
Worked with an interdisciplinary group of ArtCenter students to reimagine art tourism for N.Y.C.&Co. and Visit Berlin
Loyola Marymount University | 2012–16
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
EXPERIENCE
Dynamic Dynosaur | 2022–present
Graphic Designer, Los Angeles CA
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver creative solutions for clients such as Fender and Vans across multiple media formats, including campaigns, key art development, retail displays, packaging, print and digital ads, emails, and web assets. Managed projects with quick turn-around times, ensuring adherence to client style guides and compliance requirements. Led training sessions for junior designers on best practices for production and design workflows. Actively contributed to client presentations, translating client feedback into actionable design improvements.
In-House Studios | 2021–2022
Graphic Designer, Los Angeles CA
Designed the comprehensive studio identity system, including logos, websites, and collateral, while ensuring cohesive brand messaging across all platforms. Created visual identity guides and design elements for client projects, working within strict brand guidelines and compliance requirements. Helped develop visual identity and assisted in the creative process from conception through execution, ensuring cohesive and impactful brand representation. Conducted design
research to identify emerging trends and client preferences, delivering solutions tailored to their business needs.
SHO.ai | 2021–2022
Graphic Design + Photo Intern, Los Angeles CA
Partnered with the design team to create scalable logos and brand identity systems, optimizing designs for integration into SHO.ai’s software platform. Problem-solved unique client design requests by delivering creative solutions that aligned with technical limitations and project goals. Developed a streamlined workflow for delivering high-quality identity systems under tight deadlines, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and Figma for execution.
Bezalel, Inc. | 2021–2022
Graphic Design + Photo Intern, Los Angeles CA
Designed marketing materials for print, digital, and packaging, while collaborating closely with the marketing team to ensure brand consistency. Photographed new products for website and social media channels, improving the visual representation of the product line. Adapted to evolving project requirements, delivering creative solutions to marketing challenges within tight deadlines.
Voice for the Animals | 2016–2017
Marketing Coordinator + Office Manager, Los Angeles CA
Designed graphics and marketing materials for the foundation, redesigned the organization website, and executed social media campaigns
Alta Planning + Design | 2011–2013
Administrative Assistant, Los Angeles CA
Assisted in various office management and administrative activities, including organizing meetings, filing and reception
Graphic Designer, Los Angeles CA
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver creative solutions for clients such as Fender and Vans across multiple media formats, including campaigns, key art development, retail displays, packaging, print and digital ads, emails, and web assets. Managed projects with quick turn-around times, ensuring adherence to client style guides and compliance requirements. Led training sessions for junior designers on best practices for production and design workflows. Actively contributed to client presentations, translating client feedback into actionable design improvements.
In-House Studios | 2021–2022
Graphic Designer, Los Angeles CA
Designed the comprehensive studio identity system, including logos, websites, and collateral, while ensuring cohesive brand messaging across all platforms. Created visual identity guides and design elements for client projects, working within strict brand guidelines and compliance requirements. Helped develop visual identity and assisted in the creative process from conception through execution, ensuring cohesive and impactful brand representation. Conducted design
research to identify emerging trends and client preferences, delivering solutions tailored to their business needs.
SHO.ai | 2021–2022
Graphic Design + Photo Intern, Los Angeles CA
Partnered with the design team to create scalable logos and brand identity systems, optimizing designs for integration into SHO.ai’s software platform. Problem-solved unique client design requests by delivering creative solutions that aligned with technical limitations and project goals. Developed a streamlined workflow for delivering high-quality identity systems under tight deadlines, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and Figma for execution.
Bezalel, Inc. | 2021–2022
Graphic Design + Photo Intern, Los Angeles CA
Designed marketing materials for print, digital, and packaging, while collaborating closely with the marketing team to ensure brand consistency. Photographed new products for website and social media channels, improving the visual representation of the product line. Adapted to evolving project requirements, delivering creative solutions to marketing challenges within tight deadlines.
Voice for the Animals | 2016–2017
Marketing Coordinator + Office Manager, Los Angeles CA
Designed graphics and marketing materials for the foundation, redesigned the organization website, and executed social media campaigns
Alta Planning + Design | 2011–2013
Administrative Assistant, Los Angeles CA
Assisted in various office management and administrative activities, including organizing meetings, filing and reception
SKILLS
Strong working knowledge of
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, XD, After Effects, Figma, Premiere, Lightroom, Bridge, Pages, Keynote, Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
Familiar with
Workfront, Processing, Cinema 4D, Blender, and photography
Additional
Spatial and installation design, MadMapper, and Cinema 4D
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, XD, After Effects, Figma, Premiere, Lightroom, Bridge, Pages, Keynote, Word, Powerpoint, and Excel
Familiar with
Workfront, Processing, Cinema 4D, Blender, and photography
Additional
Spatial and installation design, MadMapper, and Cinema 4D