I guide brand development from strategy to execution, balancing high-level design systems with meticulous attention to detail in their craft and execution. My work is inspired by subcultural movements and societies, as well as the rich history of music, art, and technology. These influences fuel my creative process, enabling me to elevate brands through thoughtful, culturally resonant design that speaks to both visual impact and deeper emotional connections.
As AI continues to evolve, I’ve integrated it into my process—not as a shortcut, but as a collaborative tool. It helps me move faster, explore more ideas, and create work that resonates with audiences and elevates the brand experience.
Recommendations:
Jarrod joined the team at a critical time - we were embarking on a refresh and needed someone to ramp up quickly and take the lead on developing a new packaging retail language, and our site redevelopment. And he delivered. The packaging visual system has now been taken across multiple retailers, and globally to incorporate Korean, Japanese, and French. From a site perspective, Jarrod worked closely with the team and the ACD. He was able to bring new experiences, products, and systems to our site. From concept to development, and into production and review - Jarrod was able to take both the digital and physical programs from thought to shelf.
JP Stallard - Chief Experience Officer @ Proper AI
Jarrod is an unbelievably talented designer! His expertise covers everything from typography to brand, and packaging. Never mind his passion for standout aesthetics. A true team player, Jarrod is one of the most dependable, funny, and collaborative designers out there. In addition, his positive attitude and commitment to seeing successful, engaging projects through is one-of-a-kind.
Milena Canizares - Principal Content Strategist at Adobe
Jarrod brings his Texas-sized heart, and creative spirit to work every day. As a Senior Designer in the Landor San Francisco studio, Jarrod focused primarily on brand identity, and packaging for our MillerCoors client. Although his original engagement was for a few months, I couldn’t let him go. When approaching a new design problem, Jarrod always brought to bear his unique perspective with infectious enthusiasm, and his calm presence on our design team helped us weather aggressive agency expectations. Jarrod has a passion for doing great work, always improving, and continuously adding to his already impressive creative skill set. If you ask me to list my favorite folks from my 20+ year career, Jarrod’s definitely on it.
Ryin Kobza - Brand Creative Direction & Design
Select Clients:
ADIDAS
MEDALLION
CONVERSE
NIKE SPORTSWEAR
NIKE SB
ELEMENT
VANS
ATLAS
WHETSTONE MEDIA
NOPA
LIVE NATION
Segment.io
Molekule
tray.io
BLURB INC.
miller coors
Landor & fitch
Press & Publications:
Los Logos Vol 6
Los Logos Vol 7
DECORATIVE LOGO DESIGN
TIGER CLAW SUPPLIES
VISIONS PHOTOBOOK