Hi, I’m Brent Schmuck — yes, that’s my real last name. And no, I haven’t changed it, because leaning into what makes you different is kind of my thing.

I’m a multidisciplinary designer and art director with a background in graphic design, motion/animation, photography, and videography. I’ve led projects from strategy to execution — building campaigns, creating brand identities, designing ad creative, and making things move (literally and emotionally). I believe good design isn’t just about looking good— it should bring emotion and tell a story.

 Whether I’m storyboarding a motion graphic, designing a social campaign, directing a photo shoot, or laying out a pitch deck, I bring a mix of boldness, thoughtfulness, and a little bit of that “wait, did he just do that?” energy.

These days, I’m focused on:

• Concept-driven campaigns

• Branding and identity systems

• Design systems with real-world use

• Telling stories with motion and sound
  

Outside of work, I’ve got a band with my friends called Boy Lunch where I play the drums, three loving cats, Japanese Kei Trucks, retro anime, and well-kerned type.

Want to talk shop, collab, or build something rad?