I’m a branding and visual design leader with a track record of developing comprehensive corporate branding strategies that boost recognition and market presence. At Medable, I spearheaded typography, color palettes, and photography exploration to refresh the brand and create a cohesive visual vocabulary aligned with strategic objectives, while designing a wide range of marketing materials and trade-show experiences. I bring hands-on experience across SaaS and tech, leading design systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring designers to deliver user-centered, high-quality work. My background spans leadership roles at IBM iX, Medable, Resource Ammirati, and I-M Creative, with a strong focus on brand guidelines, print, and digital design that reinforces identity across channels.

Michael Nelson

I’m a branding and visual design leader with a track record of developing comprehensive corporate branding strategies that boost recognition and market presence. At Medable, I spearheaded typography, color palettes, and photography exploration to refresh the brand and create a cohesive visual vocabulary aligned with strategic objectives, while designing a wide range of marketing materials and trade-show experiences. I bring hands-on experience across SaaS and tech, leading design systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring designers to deliver user-centered, high-quality work. My background spans leadership roles at IBM iX, Medable, Resource Ammirati, and I-M Creative, with a strong focus on brand guidelines, print, and digital design that reinforces identity across channels.

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I’m a branding and visual design leader with a track record of developing comprehensive corporate branding strategies that boost recognition and market presence. At Medable, I spearheaded typography, color palettes, and photography exploration to refresh the brand and create a cohesive visual vocabulary aligned with strategic objectives, while designing a wide range of marketing materials and trade-show experiences.

I bring hands-on experience across SaaS and tech, leading design systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring designers to deliver user-centered, high-quality work. My background spans leadership roles at IBM iX, Medable, Resource Ammirati, and I-M Creative, with a strong focus on brand guidelines, print, and digital design that reinforces identity across channels.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Visual Design Lead at Medable
November 1, 2021 - November 11, 2025
Spearheaded the research and exploration of typography, color palettes, and photography styles for a comprehensive brand refresh; developed a cohesive visual vocabulary aligned with the company’s strategic objectives; conceptualized and designed marketing materials including brochures, presentations, billboards, and digital assets; led the design process for trade show booths; prepared production-ready files with meticulous attention to detail; ensured cohesive visual language across materials to reinforce brand identity.
Associate Director, Visual Design at IBM iX
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2021
Led the conceptualization and execution of high-fidelity UI designs for digital products, websites, and applications; created and maintained design systems using Figma and Adobe XD; collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive, user-centered designs; managed and mentored a team of visual designers; conducted design reviews and presented concepts to stakeholders to drive alignment.
Senior Designer at Resource Ammirati
September 1, 2018 - September 1, 2018
Worked closely with content contributors to structure and organize information, ensuring maximum impact and clarity in presentations and deliverables; conceptualized and designed visually compelling presentations for internal and external stakeholders; ensured adherence to brand guidelines and consistent messaging across communications.
Senior Designer at I-M Creative
April 1, 2016 - April 1, 2016
Designed and executed visually striking event branding, including logos, signage, banners, and promotional materials; maintained meticulous oversight of design assets to ensure alignment with brand directives and consistency across materials.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Art - Graphic Design at The Art Institute of Atlanta
October 1, 2006 - June 1, 2011

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Professional Services