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I am Mustafa Horton, a strategic and creative design leader with over 15 years of experience driving visual excellence across Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and startups. I combine design craft with business insight to deliver cohesive brand systems, expand reach, and boost revenue while delivering cross-platform engagement. I lead teams to produce award-winning campaigns, cultivate collaborative cultures, and stay ahead of evolving design and technology trends. My toolkit spans Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and agile project management, and I’m pursuing design leadership through the Future London Academy Executive MBA program (DLX).…I am Mustafa Horton, a strategic and creative design leader with over 15 years of experience driving visual excellence across Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and startups. I combine design craft with business insight to deliver cohesive brand systems, expand reach, and boost revenue while delivering cross-platform engagement. I lead teams to produce award-winning campaigns, cultivate collaborative cultures, and stay ahead of evolving design and technology trends. My toolkit spans Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and agile project management, and I’m pursuing design leadership through the Future London Academy Executive MBA program (DLX).

Mustafa Horton

Creative Director, Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, +2

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I am Mustafa Horton, a strategic and creative design leader with over 15 years of experience driving visual excellence across Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and startups. I combine design craft with business insight to deliver cohesive brand systems, expand reach, and boost revenue while delivering cross-platform engagement. I lead teams to produce award-winning campaigns, cultivate collaborative cultures, and stay ahead of evolving design and technology trends. My toolkit spans Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and agile project management, and I’m pursuing design leadership through the Future London Academy Executive MBA program (DLX).…I am Mustafa Horton, a strategic and creative design leader with over 15 years of experience driving visual excellence across Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and startups. I combine design craft with business insight to deliver cohesive brand systems, expand reach, and boost revenue while delivering cross-platform engagement. I lead teams to produce award-winning campaigns, cultivate collaborative cultures, and stay ahead of evolving design and technology trends. My toolkit spans Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and agile project management, and I’m pursuing design leadership through the Future London Academy Executive MBA program (DLX).

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I am Mustafa Horton, a strategic and creative design leader with over 15 years of experience driving visual excellence across Fortune 500 companies, global nonprofits, and startups. I combine design craft with business insight to deliver cohesive brand systems, expand reach, and boost revenue while delivering cross-platform engagement.

I lead teams to produce award-winning campaigns, cultivate collaborative cultures, and stay ahead of evolving design and technology trends. My toolkit spans Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and agile project management, and I’m pursuing design leadership through the Future London Academy Executive MBA program (DLX).

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Creative Director & Senior Graphic Designer at Horton Art & Design Studio

January 1, 2002 - Present

Led 100+ branding and design projects across various industries, boosting brand awareness and customer engagement by up to 60%. Managed a remote creative team for clients ranging from mid-sized companies to international non-profits.

Project Manager at Tatweer for Educational Services Co.

January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2015

Created and launched the visual identity for ELT Development Initiative, boosting engagement across digital platforms. Led the production of exhibit designs and trade show materials that increased event participation by 30%.

Country Contract Sales Manager at IKEA

January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013

Boosted B2B sales revenue by 20% through targeted marketing materials and improved collateral design.

Market Hall Sales Leader at IKEA

January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013

Supervised department performance and visual merchandising.

Sales Manager at IKEA

January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013

Led teams and optimized store layouts, enhancing customer experience and sales conversion.

Marketing Operational Specialist at Zmily Health Group

January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016

Developed brand identity and marketing assets, including logo, collateral, and a responsive website, leading to a 50% increase in client inquiries. Created and implemented a copy-based content strategy for lead generation.

Office Manager / Graphic Designer at ISF Publications

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018

Developed sales and marketing materials that contributed to a 25% boost in lead conversions. Managed logistics and creative planning for conference booths and promotional events.

Graphic Designer (Contractor) at Yaqeen Institute

January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2020

Produced 300+ pieces of branded content, helping grow social media audience by more than 100,000 followers. Maintained a consistent visual identity across digital and print platforms. Narrated a dozen short animations to promote the release of academic papers, along with two audiobooks for the organization.

Digital Brand Designer (Contractor) at Aquent Studios - Rockwell Automation

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Designed digital campaigns and conference signage for a global audience attending ROKLive and the RA Fair, helping to boost brand visibility by 30%. Worked with cross-functional teams to produce high-impact, user-focused creative assets under tight deadlines.

Senior Graphic Designer (Contractor) at Wiley Education

January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Created infographic series and social media content for higher education market that increased partner engagement by 40%. Designed app and website wireframes for education platforms, enhancing UX and user retention.

E-Learning Manager at Tatweer for Educational Services Co.

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015

Project Manager at IKEA

January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2013

Dhahran – managed projects and cross-functional teams to deliver retail initiatives.

Home Designer & Assets Manager at Aidan Gray

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Led the design of catalogs and ad campaigns, contributing to a 15% YoY sales growth. Led the creative direction and design of all marketing, promotional, and advertising materials for the official launch of collaborative partner Keaton Industries. Managed digital assets to ensure consistent brand storytelling across platforms.

Senior Graphic Designer at Baitulmaal

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2026

Led integrated fundraising and marketing campaigns across digital, print, events, and exhibitions; increasing in-kind donations from $3M to 20M+ in three years. Served as the sole Senior Graphic Designer, leading creative direction and design execution for fundraising, donor engagement, conferences, and emergency response campaigns.

Founder & Chief Creative Officer at United Colors of Design

January 1, 2023 - Present

Founded a multidisciplinary nonprofit creative platform connecting designers, artists, and communities through educational programming, strategic partnerships, and culturally driven design initiatives. Curate and host ‘Design Intersect’ and other speaking events in major U.S. cities, fostering cross-disciplinary conversations at the intersection of design, leadership, and social impact.