Looks like you have JavaScript disabled. For the full Twine experience, you will need to re-enable it.

I’m Michael McBride, a Creative Strategist and Designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, marketing, and branding. I’ve led the development of full brand identity systems, designed high-converting marketing collateral, and managed end-to-end design lifecycles. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and UI concept translation, I optimize visual communication strategies and have scaled in-house design teams to deliver measurable results. As a self-employed designer, I build strong client relationships, deliver consistent visual identities, and transform concepts into compelling print and digital assets. I collaborate across marketing, product, and leadership to align branding with business goals and drive engagement. I also contribute to community projects, including volunteer branding work for local campaigns in Tempe.…I’m Michael McBride, a Creative Strategist and Designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, marketing, and branding. I’ve led the development of full brand identity systems, designed high-converting marketing collateral, and managed end-to-end design lifecycles. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and UI concept translation, I optimize visual communication strategies and have scaled in-house design teams to deliver measurable results. As a self-employed designer, I build strong client relationships, deliver consistent visual identities, and transform concepts into compelling print and digital assets. I collaborate across marketing, product, and leadership to align branding with business goals and drive engagement. I also contribute to community projects, including volunteer branding work for local campaigns in Tempe.

Michael McBride

Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, Creative Director, +2





I’m Michael McBride, a Creative Strategist and Designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, marketing, and branding. I’ve led the development of full brand identity systems, designed high-converting marketing collateral, and managed end-to-end design lifecycles. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and UI concept translation, I optimize visual communication strategies and have scaled in-house design teams to deliver measurable results. As a self-employed designer, I build strong client relationships, deliver consistent visual identities, and transform concepts into compelling print and digital assets. I collaborate across marketing, product, and leadership to align branding with business goals and drive engagement. I also contribute to community projects, including volunteer branding work for local campaigns in Tempe.…I’m Michael McBride, a Creative Strategist and Designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, marketing, and branding. I’ve led the development of full brand identity systems, designed high-converting marketing collateral, and managed end-to-end design lifecycles. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and UI concept translation, I optimize visual communication strategies and have scaled in-house design teams to deliver measurable results. As a self-employed designer, I build strong client relationships, deliver consistent visual identities, and transform concepts into compelling print and digital assets. I collaborate across marketing, product, and leadership to align branding with business goals and drive engagement. I also contribute to community projects, including volunteer branding work for local campaigns in Tempe.

Available to hire

I’m Michael McBride, a Creative Strategist and Designer with over a decade of experience in graphic design, marketing, and branding. I’ve led the development of full brand identity systems, designed high-converting marketing collateral, and managed end-to-end design lifecycles. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and UI concept translation, I optimize visual communication strategies and have scaled in-house design teams to deliver measurable results.

As a self-employed designer, I build strong client relationships, deliver consistent visual identities, and transform concepts into compelling print and digital assets. I collaborate across marketing, product, and leadership to align branding with business goals and drive engagement. I also contribute to community projects, including volunteer branding work for local campaigns in Tempe.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Work Experience

Freelance Graphic Designer at Self-Employed

October 1, 2020 - Present

Cultivated strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and referrals by delivering high-quality design solutions. Enhanced brand recognition by developing and maintaining visual identity systems for diverse clients, ensuring consistency across platforms. Transformed client concepts into print designs, fostering strong brand identities and consistency, leading to increased client satisfaction.

Graphic Designer at 21st Century Healthcare

August 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

Developed FDA-compliant labels for health supplements, ensuring 100% adherence to regulations and enhancing brand consistency. Streamlined labeling processes and improved efficiency through cross-team collaboration and process optimization. Collaborated with marketing and art teams to create cohesive campaigns, enhancing brand alignment and achieving strategic goals.

Visual Communications Specialist at CCMC

May 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Developed and executed multichannel communication strategies, enhancing understanding of complex policies for HOA communities through engaging infographics and copy. Created high-impact presentation decks and branding systems, ensuring a cohesive visual identity that enhanced community engagement. Transformed complex community data into engaging environmental signage, enhancing resident understanding and increasing community participation.

Graphic Designer at Forte 4 Tempe

October 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026

Designed a comprehensive visual identity and marketing suite for Joe Forte’s 2026 local election bid for the Tempe City Council, encompassing brand guidelines, digital assets, and print collateral.