Hi, I'm Brad Talbott, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with nearly two decades of experience across print, web, and mobile. I specialize in establishing and driving the creative vision, leading design teams, and delivering engaging visuals—branding, UI, illustrations, icons, and animation—for apps, software, and live events. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, delightful user experiences. I've led design for award-winning apps and high-profile live productions, and I value mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and strong brand integrity. My work spans product design, branding, illustration, and motion graphics, with a track record of delivering assets that resonate with users and audiences alike.…

Brad Talbott

Hi, I'm Brad Talbott, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with nearly two decades of experience across print, web, and mobile. I specialize in establishing and driving the creative vision, leading design teams, and delivering engaging visuals—branding, UI, illustrations, icons, and animation—for apps, software, and live events. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, delightful user experiences. I've led design for award-winning apps and high-profile live productions, and I value mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and strong brand integrity. My work spans product design, branding, illustration, and motion graphics, with a track record of delivering assets that resonate with users and audiences alike.…

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Hi, I’m Brad Talbott, a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with nearly two decades of experience across print, web, and mobile. I specialize in establishing and driving the creative vision, leading design teams, and delivering engaging visuals—branding, UI, illustrations, icons, and animation—for apps, software, and live events. I thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments and enjoy turning complex ideas into clear, delightful user experiences.

I’ve led design for award-winning apps and high-profile live productions, and I value mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and strong brand integrity. My work spans product design, branding, illustration, and motion graphics, with a track record of delivering assets that resonate with users and audiences alike.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Designer at HealthStream
January 1, 2023 - September 20, 2025
As the sole graphic designer in the Content Creation Department, I supported multiple teams with illustrations, iconography, infographics, motion graphics, and marketing materials for eLearning products including Abaqis, Safety Q, Comply Q, Jane, and HStream.
Head of Design at LaneOne
January 1, 2020 - September 20, 2025
Led a design team in ideating, designing and producing illustrations, animations, and iconography for Applauze across web, iOS, and Android; headed the Nashville office.
Head of Design at 955 Dreams / Applauze
January 1, 2017 - September 20, 2025
Led the creative direction and production for Applauze and related products; played a leading role in ideating, designing and producing UI, engaging content, branding and marketing for four successful iOS apps in under 18 months. All four titles were Apple App of the Week, with Band of the Day named iPhone App of the Year Runner-Up in 2011.
Owner at Brad Talbott Design
January 1, 2005 - Present
Founded and led a design practice delivering branding, illustration, animation, and iconography for music tours and software packaging; collaborated with artist management; engaged with high-profile clients including the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Harry Styles, John Mayer, Jonas Brothers and more.
Head of Design at 955 Dreams / Applauze
January 1, 2017 - September 20, 2025
Led the design and production of UI, engaging content, branding and marketing for four iOS apps; all four titles achieved Apple App of the Week honors, with Band of the Day named iPhone App of the Year Runner-Up in 2011. Directed a team of designers in designing and updating the Applauze app across web, iOS, and Android; managed branding and marketing for multi‑platform campaigns and large live events.
Head of Design at LaneOne
January 1, 2020 - September 20, 2025
Led a team of designers in ideating, designing and producing illustrations, animations, and iconography for web and mobile. Head of the Nashville office. Responsible for all branding and marketing content for multi‑million dollar live music tours; designed and produced tour collateral in collaboration with artist management. Clients included major artists such as the Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, Harry Styles, John Mayer, Jonas Brothers, Jennifer Lopez, Bon Jovi, Journey, Travis Scott, Ricky Martin, Christina Aguilera, Anderson .Paak, Def Leppard, Gwen Stefani, Maroon 5, Khalid, Doobie Brothers, and more.
Owner at Brad Talbott Design
January 1, 2005 - Present
Excels at establishing and driving the creative vision of a project. Gifted illustrator, iconographer, and animator able to quickly deliver assets to a wide range of style requirements. Explores creative solutions and innovates consistently. Works deftly from wireframe to final designs and assets. Able to articulate how design solutions meet user needs, business goals, and technical constraints. Experienced in collaborating with product leads and development staff to produce final products with brand and design integrity. Comfortable providing creative direction and mentoring other designers; enjoys a close team environment and strong communication. Fluent in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and Figma.
Senior Designer at HealthStream
January 1, 2023 - September 20, 2025
As the only graphic designer in the Content Creation Department, handled graphic requirements for multiple teams supporting a variety of eLearning products (including Abaqis, Safety Q, Comply Q, Jane, and HStream). Responsibilities included creating illustrations, iconography, infographics, motion graphics, and marketing materials to support these products.
Head of Design at LaneOne
January 1, 2020 - September 20, 2025
Led design and production of UI, branding and marketing for four iOS apps in under 18 months; all titles earned Apple App of the Week, with Band of the Day named iPhone App of the Year Runner-Up. Directed a design team to ideate, design, and update the Applauze app on web, iOS, and Android. Based in Nashville, led illustrations, animations and iconography for web and mobile, and produced branding/marketing collateral for multi-million dollar live music tours in collaboration with artist management; clients included major acts and brands. Recipient of Apple Hall of Fame, Editors’ Choice, App of the Week, and other awards; Google Play and NYT Top 10 Apps recognition.
Senior Designer at HealthStream
January 1, 2023 - September 20, 2025
As the sole graphic designer in the Content Creation Department, I supported multiple teams across eLearning products (Abaqis, Safety Q, Comply Q, Jane, HStream) by creating illustrations, iconography, infographics, motion graphics and marketing materials to support product development and training.
Head of Design at 955 Dreams / Applauze
January 1, 2017 - September 20, 2025
Led creative direction and design for Applauze across web and mobile platforms; produced illustrations, animations and branding, and collaborated with teams to deliver UI and marketing assets for live events and software products; contributed to multi-platform design efforts in Nashville/San Francisco.
Owner at Brad Talbott Design
January 1, 2005 - Present
Established and drove the creative vision for client projects, delivering illustration, iconography, and animation assets across print, packaging and digital media. Collaborated directly with product leads and developers to ensure brand and design integrity; mentored designers and communicated effectively within a close team.

Education

BFA, Fine Art, Design at Missouri Southern State University
January 11, 2030 - September 20, 2025
BFA at Missouri Southern State University
January 11, 2030 - September 20, 2025
BFA in Fine Art, Design at Missouri Southern State University
January 11, 2030 - September 20, 2025

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Other, Travel & Hospitality