Hi, I'm Colby Parson, a passionate creative director with extensive experience leading design strategy, UI/UX design, motion graphics, and digital innovation for a diverse range of clients globally. I've worked with top companies like Sony Pictures, Starbucks, and Microsoft, delivering projects that marry user experience with brand storytelling. Currently, I'm also pursuing my master’s degree while freelancing and collaborating on exciting projects in various sectors. I thrive in fast-paced environments where creative leadership and hands-on development come together to push innovative solutions. I enjoy mentoring teams, developing motion graphics, and creating responsive designs that balance accessibility and business goals. Whether it’s crafting prototypes or sculpting brand identities, I bring enthusiasm and expertise to every project.…

Colby Parson

Hi, I'm Colby Parson, a passionate creative director with extensive experience leading design strategy, UI/UX design, motion graphics, and digital innovation for a diverse range of clients globally. I've worked with top companies like Sony Pictures, Starbucks, and Microsoft, delivering projects that marry user experience with brand storytelling. Currently, I'm also pursuing my master’s degree while freelancing and collaborating on exciting projects in various sectors. I thrive in fast-paced environments where creative leadership and hands-on development come together to push innovative solutions. I enjoy mentoring teams, developing motion graphics, and creating responsive designs that balance accessibility and business goals. Whether it’s crafting prototypes or sculpting brand identities, I bring enthusiasm and expertise to every project.…

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Hi, I’m Colby Parson, a passionate creative director with extensive experience leading design strategy, UI/UX design, motion graphics, and digital innovation for a diverse range of clients globally. I’ve worked with top companies like Sony Pictures, Starbucks, and Microsoft, delivering projects that marry user experience with brand storytelling. Currently, I’m also pursuing my master’s degree while freelancing and collaborating on exciting projects in various sectors.

I thrive in fast-paced environments where creative leadership and hands-on development come together to push innovative solutions. I enjoy mentoring teams, developing motion graphics, and creating responsive designs that balance accessibility and business goals. Whether it’s crafting prototypes or sculpting brand identities, I bring enthusiasm and expertise to every project.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Design Director at Various Clients
July 1, 2023 - Present
Led projects in UI design, development, motion graphics, and creative strategy for clients in nonprofit, education, medical, and sports sectors. Delivered creative direction, user experience design, visual design, development, and prototyping. Developed motion graphics and interface animations for marketing and storytelling. Designed responsive digital products aligned with accessibility and brand guidelines.
Creative Director at Design in DC
May 31, 2024 - July 15, 2025
Provided creative leadership for web and branding projects across industries. Shaped design strategy and ensured output met client expectations and quality standards. Reviewed design systems, content plans, and interactive flows for alignment with objectives. Collaborated with internal teams to refine presentations and prepare pitch materials.
Creative Director at Tata Consultancy Services
July 31, 2023 - July 15, 2025
Directed design strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and digital innovation for global accounts. Managed creative teams and ensured top-tier execution across digital and print. Oversaw visual and UX direction of enterprise platforms and branded ecosystems. Mentored creatives, aligned output with business goals and stakeholders, and integrated branding with UI/UX and front-end development.
Senior Interactive Designer at Disney ABC Television Group
August 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025
Created interactive prototypes bridging design and development for web experiences. Designed and coded front-end prototypes to visualize interaction models. Acted as translator between design and engineering teams for functional alignment. Supported web design and content production across ABC portfolio. Collaborated with UX and product leads to test and validate usability.
Lead Web / Interaction Designer at Acer, Inc.
March 31, 2014 - July 15, 2025
Oversaw UX improvements and visual design for Acer’s global digital footprint. Contributed to redesign of global website focusing on usability and brand alignment. Designed visuals for digital campaigns and social platforms. Partnered with developers, copywriters, and product managers to improve workflows and turnaround.
Digital Art Director at Fuse Interactive
August 31, 2012 - July 15, 2025
Directed digital creative for Kawasaki’s motorcycle and ATV campaigns, delivering interactive experiences. Provided art direction on three award-winning campaigns. Designed responsive web and mobile assets under tight timelines.
Digital Art Director at Marshall Advertising
July 31, 2012 - July 15, 2025
Led digital creative for clients including Yamaha and Toyo Tires, overseeing full lifecycle production of web and interactive projects. Directed award-winning campaigns across web and mobile. Balanced creative leadership with hands-on development in HTML, CSS, and Flash.
Web Designer at Acer, Inc.
July 31, 2011 - July 15, 2025
Worked on visual identity and redesign of Gateway.com. Created modular design systems and front-end assets. Delivered UI improvements and digital assets for Packard Bell, eMachines, and Acer portals.
Interactive Designer / Graphic Designer at First American Title
November 30, 2010 - July 15, 2025
Provided design and development support in digital and print. Produced interactive marketing materials and internal training modules. Designed interactive brochures, banners, e-learning tools, and print ads. Edited motion graphics and created video content for training communications.
Interactive Designer at Konami Digital Entertainment
July 31, 2010 - July 15, 2025
Delivered interactive assets and websites for video game promotions. Collaborated with marketing and product teams. Designed and developed web experiences, microsites, and social content using HTML/CSS/JS. Produced digital assets, animated ads, and branded multimedia content.

Education

Master of Science / Master of Business Administration at The University of Montana
January 1, 2023 - May 31, 2026
Bachelor of Science at The University of Montana
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002

Qualifications

Honorable Mention, Awwwards Interactive Development
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2014
ADDY Awards Interactive Design/Development Toyo Sweepstakes Rich Media
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
ADDY Awards Interactive Design/Development Toyo Proxes T1 Sport Banners
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
ADDY Awards Art Direction Kawasaki Ninja 300 Microsite
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
ADDY Awards Art Direction Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Microsite
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
ADDY Awards Interactive Design/Development Toyo Proxes4+ Online Banners
January 11, 2030 - July 15, 2025
ADDY Awards Interactive Design Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6R Mobile
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Request for Publication, IdN Magazine Infographics Issue
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Portfolio of the Day, Only the Best Portfolios https://pafolios.com/colby-parson
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Travel & Hospitality, Financial Services, Telecommunications, Consumer Goods, Software & Internet, Transportation & Logistics
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