David Martens, Branding & UX/UI Designer
David Martens is a dynamic and innovative Branding and UX/UI Designer hailing from Long Island, with a robust portfolio in visual communications and digital design. With a keen eye for creating compelling brand identities and intuitive user experiences, he is recognized for his ability to blend functionality with aesthetics, delivering designs that engage and resonate with audiences. Currently at the helm of Live Swell, his own entrepreneurial venture, David extends his expertise in art direction, web design, and e-commerce operations to craft unique digital landscapes that enhance customer interactions and drive brand loyalty. His proficiency in UX/UI design principles is further evidenced through his role at GDS Architectural Signage Solutions, where he develops comprehensive design packages that not only meet but exceed client expectations. David's educational background includes a focused study in Business of Art and Design at the Maryland Institute College of Art, which complements his practical experience and amplifies his strategic approach to branding and user experience design.
Experience
- Founder
- Live Swell LI LLC. Babylon, New York
(2019-Present)
- Enviromental Designer
- GDS. Hauppauge, New York
(2021-Present)
- Graphic Designer
- Lacrosse Unlimited. Hauppauge, New York
(2019-2021)
- Creative Intern & Designer
- Lessings Inc. Great River, NY
(2018- October 2018)
- Creative Intern & Designer
- Wilen New York | Direct Marketing Agency Melville, NY
(2013–2018 Summers)
Education
- Maryland Institute College of Art
- Master of Professional Studies, Business of Art and Design (M.P.S. BAD)
(2021–2022)
- Purchase College, SUNY
- Bachelor of Arts Candidate Graphic Design Purchase, NY
(2016–2019)
- Farmingdale College, SUNY
- Bachelor of Arts Graphic Design Farmingdale, NY
(2015–2016)
- St. John the Baptist DHS
- High School Diploma
West Islip, NY
(2011 – 2015)
Awards
- Art & Design
- School of the Arts Scholarship
Purchase College, NY
(2017–2018) - Windgate A & D Scholarship
Purchase College, NY
(2018–2019) - Nancy Jo Abeles Scholarship
Purchase College, NY
(2017–2018) - Award of Excellence Scholarship
Annual Babylon, NY Art Festival
(2016) - Other
- MVP Varsity Crew Team
St. John the Baptist DHS
(2015) - National Champion of the Varsity Crew Team
St. John the Baptist DHS
(2014-2015) - State Champion of the Varsity Crew Team
St. John the Baptist DHS
(2014-2015)
Abilities
- Advanced knowledge in the latest software on the market
- Midjourney, Photoshop, Illustrator InDesign, Premier Pro, After Effects, XD, InVision Studio, Ecommerce, Corel, Html, CSS, Unity 3D, Content Strategy, Responsive Design, Motion Design, typography.
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