HELLO 👋🏻
I’m Alex, a multidisciplinary designer from Portland, Oregon with 15+ years creating cohesive brand systems and experiences.
I also go by alexburch87 for my illustration work. I came up with that username as a tribute to Hydro74 (one of my favorite illustrators), as well as a nod to my childhood and basis for my retro illustration style.
I’ve been fascinated with art and design for as long as I can remember. Since being enamored with video games and legos as a kid, or skateboard graphics and rock concert posters as a teenager, I've always been inspired to create. I use “Turn It Up To Eleven” (reference from a classic 80’s film) as a motto that really reflects the energy and passion I put into my work.
Check out the links at the bottom for some of my other illustration work, music, and social feeds. 👇🏻
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AI Ideation
Claude and ChatGPT usage for content development.
Animation
Logo graphic animation, video editing, animated gifs, etc.
Art Direction
Full visual presentation, look and feel — imagery, tone, messaging.
Brand Identity
Logo set, typography, palette, mascot, and style guide.Illustration
Custom vector artwork for posters, patterns, icons, apparel, editorial pieces, and more.Packaging
Product packaging set to specifications and brand guidelines.
Print Production
Experience working with a variety of vendors; optimal file setup.
Publication Design
Single or multi-page projects, which include brochures, flyers, invitations, magazines, etc.Social Media Design
Feed strategy, planning, and layout. Set to Meta specifications for organic or paid.
Spatial Design
To-scale rendering and design for environments.
Web Design
Custom CSS/HTML, User Interface (UI), prototyping. -
• Nikon
• Oregon State University
• Tempur Sealy International
• Portland Trail Blazers
• Clonakilty Irish Whiskey
• Levi Cooper (WWE)• IRONMAN 4X4
• BedMart Mattress Superstores
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• 2026 Keystone Big Show “Best New Product Display” Winner
• 2020 Portland Gear “We Love You Portland” T-Shirt Contest Winner
• 2019 Oregon State University DAM Communications Award
• 2015 CASE Bronze Award in Fundraising, Special Events, and Other Communications
• 2014 CASE Grand Gold Award in Projects and Programs: Special Events -
• Believer, husband to an awesome wife, and father to a couple of cool kids.
• Childhood hero and artistic inspiration: Mega Man
• Sell my own merch at trade shows (occasionally)• Wrote, performed, illustrated, and animated my own music video for my senior thesis project.
• Can still kickflip (after a few tries)
