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Great ideas deserve more than just imagination. I translate visions into clear brand identities and visuals that connect with people. With two decades running an independent creative agency, I turn strategies into sticky brands and designs that stand out across every touchpoint. I help you define identity, craft illustrations that tell your story, and build systems that guide teams toward sustainable growth. I also educate partners on best practices for managing your brand, ensuring consistency and momentum as your brand expands.…Great ideas deserve more than just imagination. I translate visions into clear brand identities and visuals that connect with people. With two decades running an independent creative agency, I turn strategies into sticky brands and designs that stand out across every touchpoint. I help you define identity, craft illustrations that tell your story, and build systems that guide teams toward sustainable growth. I also educate partners on best practices for managing your brand, ensuring consistency and momentum as your brand expands.

Derrick Kempf

Creative Director, Brand Designer, Graphic Designer, +3

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Great ideas deserve more than just imagination. I translate visions into clear brand identities and visuals that connect with people. With two decades running an independent creative agency, I turn strategies into sticky brands and designs that stand out across every touchpoint. I help you define identity, craft illustrations that tell your story, and build systems that guide teams toward sustainable growth. I also educate partners on best practices for managing your brand, ensuring consistency and momentum as your brand expands.…Great ideas deserve more than just imagination. I translate visions into clear brand identities and visuals that connect with people. With two decades running an independent creative agency, I turn strategies into sticky brands and designs that stand out across every touchpoint. I help you define identity, craft illustrations that tell your story, and build systems that guide teams toward sustainable growth. I also educate partners on best practices for managing your brand, ensuring consistency and momentum as your brand expands.

Available to hire

Great ideas deserve more than just imagination. I translate visions into clear brand identities and visuals that connect with people. With two decades running an independent creative agency, I turn strategies into sticky brands and designs that stand out across every touchpoint.

I help you define identity, craft illustrations that tell your story, and build systems that guide teams toward sustainable growth. I also educate partners on best practices for managing your brand, ensuring consistency and momentum as your brand expands.

Skills

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Editorial Illustration

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Creative Director - Senior Brand Designer at Showit

January 1, 2024 - Present

Creative direction and strategy by managing the brand identity, system, and standards across all communications. Lead the design team for marketing projects with the highest visibility and impact.

Founder, Creative Director at DK Brand Identity

September 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025

Founder and creative director; led branding projects for clients including TreasureDAO, Kelmore Development, Showit.com and Desert Financial.

Senior Graphic Designer at Desert Financial

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022

Lead the marketing team in all print, web, digital and environmental design, from initial concepts to execution of final press-ready artwork. Developed campaigns for advertising and interior signage and displays. Initiated redesign of all email templates.

Creative Director, Senior Brand Designer at Showit

January 1, 2024 - Present

Creative direction and strategy by managing the brand identity, system, and standards across all communications. Lead the design team for marketing projects with the highest visibility and impact.