Michael J. Salter





About

    Bio Michael J. Salter is a  multidisciplinary designer working primarily in the areas of editorial, brand identity, environmental design, art and creative direction. His clients can range from the apparel, footwear, and food and beverage industries to music, academia, and cultural institutions. Currently serving as Associate Creative Director for Rent Control Creative Studio, he also maintains a personal practice incorporating photography, sound design, electronic music, bookmaking and print.
Statement My creative practice is a means to connect with audiences in a purposeful and lasting way. I value deep engagement with source material, experimentation and play, creating solutions to complex problems, and emotional connection through visual communication. My work is concept-driven and not bound by any particular style, with a primary focus on the process of bringing ideas to life.

I am always seeking opportunities to expand my work and am open to new clients, collaborators, and creative partners.

 Selected Client List Ford Motor Company
Kia
Volkswagen
Porsche
Mitsubishi
Disney
Coca-Cola
HTC
Seagate Technologies
OluKai
Alternative Apparel
Vans
Quiksilver
Roxy
Universal Music Group / Interscope
Luxottica
Monster Energy
ASICS
Jose Cuervo
University of California, Los Angeles
The David Geffen School of Medicine
USC Rossier
The California State University
Stance
Danner
Roark Revival

 Featured Work Gold Award, Blueprint Magazine, Annual UCDA Design Competition, ucda.com; Communication Arts, 
OluKai, Advertising Annual, p. 77, commarts.com/exhibit; Still Developing: A Story of Instant Gratification, p. 78; 
Packaging Identity, Index Book, p. 270; 
Brochures, Index Book, pp. 24-25, 188-189
CommunityReviewer, Chapman University undergraduate portfolio review; Teaching Assistant, Tustin Area Fine Arts Council graphic design workshop; 
Guest Lecturer, Eastern Michigan University, AIGA design lecture series; Member, AIGA Detroit Chapter;
 President, Eastern Michigan University AIGA Student Chapter
Contact michaelj@salter.work
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