A bold, character‑driven brand identity built around a one‑eyed pizza mascot and distressed typography. I developed a full visual system including logo variations, color palette, truck livery, packaging, merch, and social templates. Designed for high visibility, personality, and merch‑ready appeal. Take a look here
Joshua Mort
- Seattle, United States
- 17 projects
I’m Joshua Mort, an illustrator and designer who builds clear, story‑driven visuals for games, interactive fiction, and digital worlds.
About
I’m Joshua Mort, an illustrator and designer who builds clear, story‑driven visuals for games, interactive fiction, and digital worlds. After a 20‑year career in the culinary industry, I shifted fully into visual storytelling—bringing that same discipline, precision, and sense of craft into every project I take on.
My work blends clean line art, expressive characters, and bold, readable compositions designed to support narrative flow. I specialize in branding, merch design, UI elements, and atmospheric illustrations that help a world feel grounded and intentional.
I’ve collaborated with indie studios, apparel brands, and creative teams on everything from marketing campaigns to character‑focused artwork and production‑ready assets. Whether you need visual identity, narrative‑aligned illustrations, or polished graphics for your Twine project, I’m here to help bring your story to life.
- Joined March 2025
Skills· 23
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop- Logo
- Branding
- Illustration
- Brand Identity
- Presentation Design
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Premiere Pro- Character Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Adobe After Effects
- Clip Studio Paint
- 2D Animation
Affinity Designer
Procreate- 3D Design
- T-shirt Design
- 3D Animation
- Motion Graphic
- Photo
Toon Boom Harmony
Languages
- EnglishFluent
Industry experience
- Media & Entertainment
- Gaming
- Retail
- Travel & Hospitality
- Manufacturing
- Consumer Goods
- Professional Services
Projects · 17
This photo‑editing project focuses on transforming a standard image into a polished, visually compelling composition through color correction, retouching, and creative enhancement. The goal was to elevate the original photograph while preserving its natural character, using a combination of tonal adjustments, selective sharpening, and atmospheric effects to guide the viewer’s attention. The process included refining lighting, balancing contrast, and enhancing key details to create a more dynamic and cohesive visual narrative. Subtle retouching techniques were applied to remove distractions, improve clarity, and strengthen the overall mood of the image. This project highlights my ability to blend technical precision with artistic judgment—turning raw photography into a refined, story‑driven visual that feels intentional, clean, and ready for use across digital or print formats.
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
This double‑exposure illustration explores the relationship between form, memory, and environment by merging portraiture with layered visual storytelling. The piece blends a clean, monochrome silhouette with vibrant internal imagery, creating a cinematic contrast between the outer figure and the world contained within. Using controlled masking, texture work, and intentional composition, the artwork reveals how identity is shaped by the spaces we inhabit urban structures, natural landscapes, or symbolic elements that hint at a deeper narrative. The result is a balanced fusion of photography‑inspired aesthetics and expressive digital illustration, designed to feel both modern and atmospheric. This project serves as a study in visual metaphor, demonstrating how multiple images can coexist to communicate emotion, place, and perspective in a single frame. It highlights my focus on storytelling, composition, and stylistic experimentation within contemporary illustration.
- Designer
This graphic design project showcases a bold product concept for “Sour Candylope,” blending visual storytelling with flavor-inspired branding. The composition pairs a sleek black AltSol container with vibrant cantaloupe imagery to evoke freshness, energy, and creative uplift. Typography is used strategically to highlight key brand attributes—“ENERGETIC,” “CREATIVE,” “UPLIFTING”—while the green sticker and stylized label reinforce the product’s playful identity. Designed for packaging, social media, and promotional use, this piece demonstrates effective layout, color harmony, and thematic cohesion in cannabis branding.
- Designer
This graphic design project showcases a bold product concept for “Sour Candylope,” blending visual storytelling with flavor-inspired branding. The composition pairs a sleek black AltSol container with vibrant cantaloupe imagery to evoke freshness, energy, and creative uplift. Typography is used strategically to highlight key brand attributes “ENERGETIC,” “CREATIVE,” “UPLIFTING”—while the green sticker and stylized label reinforce the product’s playful identity. Designed for packaging, social media, and promotional use, this piece demonstrates effective layout, color harmony, and thematic cohesion in cannabis branding.
- Designer
his personal logo features a bold, cartoon-style pencil character named “MORT,” designed to capture creative energy and visual punch. With a single oversized eye, exaggerated tongue, and distressed expression, the character embodies the chaotic charm of the artistic process. Equal parts humor, intensity, and personality. The vibrant yellow body, pink eraser, and halftone blue background evoke retro comic aesthetics, while the vertical green-gradient “MORT” lettering anchors the design with a memorable brand identity. Ideal for merch, branding, or creator platforms, this logo stands out as a playful yet professional emblem of artistic grit and individuality.
- Illustrator
This project transforms typography into visual storytelling through the silhouette of a butterfly composed entirely of evocative words. Each wing segment is filled with symbolic, poetic, and fantastical terms ranging from “MAGIC” and “DRAGON” to “MYSTERY” and “UNKNOWN”. Creating a layered narrative of transformation, duality, and hidden meaning. The gradient of red, yellow, blue, and purple hues enhances the emotional resonance, suggesting themes of metamorphosis, metaphysical beauty, and the interplay between light and shadow. Ideal for branding, editorial illustration, or conceptual art, this piece invites viewers to interpret and connect with the words as fragments of a larger, enigmatic identity.
- Illustrator
This promotional banner was designed to energize the launch of XIAM GAMING’s latest content drop. The layout balances bold typography with sleek gradients and a stylized fox emblem to create a dynamic, high-impact visual. The slogan “NEW DROPS. BIG PLAYS. WATCH NOW!” anchors the composition, while the vibrant blue and teal palette reinforces the brand’s tech-forward identity. Social media icons at the base invite viewers to “JOIN THE CAMPAIGN,” driving engagement across platforms like Twitch, TikTok, and Discord. The final design delivers a cohesive, platform-optimized graphic that amplifies XIAM’s presence in the competitive gaming space.
- Designer
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
Create a dynamic layout illustration featuring a stylized cartoon robot as the central character, with technical schematics and blueprint-style elements integrated into the background. The design should balance playful character design with mechanical detail, using clean linework, layered textures, and a tech-inspired color palette. Ideal for posters, apparel, or editorial spreads that blend whimsy with engineered precision.
- Illustrator
A playful yet bold collection of t-shirt and sticker designs blending contemporary cartoon flair with traditional Japanese tattoo motifs. Featuring dynamic compositions and vibrant color pops. Designed for streetwear and pop culture fans, the series reimagines classic iconography with a cheeky, modern twist—perfect for apparel drops, sticker packs, and lifestyle branding.
- Illustrator
Design a distinctive and versatile logo that captures the essence of the brand’s mission and personality. The logo should be scalable, memorable, and adaptable across print, digital, and merchandise applications. Emphasis on clean composition, strong visual hierarchy, and a style that aligns with the brand’s target audience—whether modern and minimal, bold and expressive, or classic and refined.
- Graphic Designer
Create a bold, cartoon-driven visual identity for a fishing brand with a rebellious, rock-inspired edge. The logo and illustrations should fuse gritty linework with exaggerated, high-energy characters—think mohawked fish, skeleton anglers, and electrified tackle gear. Designs must channel the spirit of rock 'n' roll and outdoor grit, appealing to thrill-seeking anglers and alternative lifestyle fans. Ideal for apparel, decals, and digital branding with punchy colors and attitude-packed visuals.
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
Work experience· 5 roles
Illustrator / 2D Artist Intern · Universal Phoenix Group LLCSep 2025 – Jul 2025
Collaborated with the creative team on 2D illustrations for design and branding projects, including illustration and layout. Participated in brainstorming, critique sessions, and project development cycles.
Illustrator/Graphic Designer · Universal Phoenix Group LLCMay 2025 – Sep 2025 · 5 mos
Collaborated with the creative team to produce illustrations and design assets for branding, marketing campaigns, and promotional materials. Created digital illustrations for web use, including website graphics, UI-aligned visuals, and social media content. Designed illustrations and layout elements for e-books, ensuring readability, visual consistency, and optimized formatting across devices. Participated in brainstorming sessions, critiques, and project development cycles to refine concepts and maintain cohesive brand direction.
Illustrator · Survival Games LLCMay 2025 – Present · 1 yr 7 mos
Designed custom illustrations for apparel, packaging, and digital campaigns. Produced print-ready vector files optimized for screen printing and garment production. Applied color theory and typography principles to elevate brand identity. Managed multiple design projects simultaneously, demonstrating adaptability and strong communication.
Illustrator/Graphic Designer · Survival GamesMay 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 7 mos
Illustrator / Graphic Designer · Mort Art ProductionsFeb 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 10 mos
Education
Associates in Illustration and Sequential arts · Chandler Gilbert Community College2024 – 2026
Honors Student with a G.P.A of 3.7
GED · Lewis and Clark Community College2006
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