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Hi, I’m Mustafa Horton. I’m a strategic and creative design leader with over 15 years of experience driving visual excellence, brand growth, and cross‑platform engagement for Fortune 500 companies, global non‑profits, and startups. I’ve built cohesive brand systems, led teams, and delivered campaigns that expand reach and revenue.
I’m skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Sketch, and agile project management. I blend hands‑on craft with business insight to exceed client expectations, and I enjoy mentoring remote teams and partnering with stakeholders to turn bold ideas into measurable results.
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Work Experience
Creative Director & Senior Graphic Designer at Horton Art & Design Studio
January 1, 2002 - PresentLed 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, 2015Created 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, 2013Boosted B2B sales revenue by 20% through targeted marketing materials and improved collateral design.
Market Hall Sales Leader at IKEA
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013Supervised department performance and visual merchandising.
Sales Manager at IKEA
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2013Led teams and optimized store layouts, enhancing customer experience and sales conversion.
Marketing Operational Specialist at Zmily Health Group
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016Developed 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, 2018Developed 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, 2020Produced 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, 2022Designed 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, 2022Created 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.
Education
Executive MBA Program for Design Leaders at Future London Academy
July 8, 2024 - June 20, 2025Advertisement & Publication Design at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
January 1, 2004 - May 19, 2026Marketing BBA at University of North Florida
August 24, 1992 - August 6, 1999Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Software & Internet
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