Creativity that moves brands forward
Creativity that moves brands forward
Creativity that moves brands forward
Creativity that moves brands forward
Creativity that moves brands forward
Design leader with 25+ years crafting award-winning campaigns and user experiences, transforming products, and building bold, human-centered brands.
The story so far
I’m Andrew Ushakov, a multidisciplinary Design Director with a track record of delivering impactful work across communication, branding, and digital products.
I hold a degree in Computer Science, along with certifications in Human-Computer Interaction from MIT and User-Centered Design from Parsons School of Design. This blend of creative vision and technical depth allows me to approach design challenges with both empathy and precision.
My work has garnered recognition from prestigious awards such as Cannes Lions, D&AD, and the Webby Awards, among others. I’m most proud of the teams I’ve built and the impact we’ve made together.
Currently based in Chicago, I collaborate with clients across industries and continents.
Feel free to reach out or connect on LinkedIn. Want the full story?
I’m Andrew Ushakov, a multidisciplinary Design Director with a track record of delivering impactful work across communication, branding, and digital products.
I hold a degree in Computer Science, along with certifications in Human-Computer Interaction from MIT and User-Centered Design from Parsons School of Design. This blend of creative vision and technical depth allows me to approach design challenges with both empathy and precision.
My work has garnered recognition from prestigious awards such as Cannes Lions, D&AD, and the Webby Awards, among others. I’m most proud of the teams I’ve built and the impact we’ve made together.
Currently based in Chicago, I collaborate with clients across industries and continents.
Feel free to reach out or connect on LinkedIn. Want the full story?
I’m Andrew Ushakov, a multidisciplinary Design Director with a track record of delivering impactful work across communication, branding, and digital products.
I hold a degree in Computer Science, along with certifications in Human-Computer Interaction from MIT and User-Centered Design from Parsons School of Design. This blend of creative vision and technical depth allows me to approach design challenges with both empathy and precision.
My work has garnered recognition from prestigious awards such as Cannes Lions, D&AD, and the Webby Awards, among others. I’m most proud of the teams I’ve built and the impact we’ve made together.
Currently based in Chicago, I collaborate with clients across industries and continents.
Feel free to reach out or connect on LinkedIn. Want the full story?
I’m Andrew Ushakov, a multidisciplinary Design Director with a track record of delivering impactful work across communication, branding, and digital products.
I hold a degree in Computer Science, along with certifications in Human-Computer Interaction from MIT and User-Centered Design from Parsons School of Design. This blend of creative vision and technical depth allows me to approach design challenges with both empathy and precision.
My work has garnered recognition from prestigious awards such as Cannes Lions, D&AD, and the Webby Awards, among others. I’m most proud of the teams I’ve built and the impact we’ve made together.
Currently based in Chicago, I collaborate with clients across industries and continents.
Feel free to reach out or connect on LinkedIn.
Want the full story?
I’m Andrew Ushakov, a multidisciplinary Design Director with a track record of delivering impactful work across communication, branding, and digital products.
I hold a degree in Computer Science, along with certifications in Human-Computer Interaction from MIT and User-Centered Design from Parsons School of Design. This blend of creative vision and technical depth allows me to approach design challenges with both empathy and precision.
My work has garnered recognition from prestigious awards such as Cannes Lions, D&AD, and the Webby Awards, among others. I’m most proud of the teams I’ve built and the impact we’ve made together.
Currently based in Chicago, I collaborate with clients across industries and continents.
Feel free to reach out or connect on LinkedIn. Want the full story?
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I design for people, not just clients.
I like to think of it as working for my clients’ clients. That’s why I’m all about user-centered design. People and their problems always come first. These principles guide everything I create:
1. Start with the real problem
Dig deep. Understand what truly matters to the people you're designing for, so you’re solving the right thing, not just the loudest one.
2. Design with purpose
Every decision should have a reason. No fluff, no decoration for decoration’s sake, just thoughtful, intentional design that works.
3. Keep it simple
Clarity beats complexity. Good design should feel effortless, not exhausting.
4. Obsess over the details
The small stuff makes a big difference. The more considered the details, the more polished and trustworthy the experience.
5. Make it beautiful
Aesthetics matter. If something looks and feels good, people will want to engage with it and keep coming back.
Here’s what is in my wheelhouse
Experiential
MyNM Platform Redesign 
MyNM Platform Redesign
MyNM Platform Redesign
MyNM Platform Redesign
MyNM Platform Redesign
FIS Campaign Website
FIS Campaign Website
FIS Campaign Website
FIS Campaign Website
FIS Campaign Website
Amex Email Visual Language
Amex Email Visual Language
Amex Email Visual Language
Amex Email Visual Language
Amex Email Visual Language
Branding
Mindlight Brand Development
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Mindlight Brand Development
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Mindlight Brand Development
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Mindlight Brand Development
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Mindlight Brand Development
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Dinkmate Visual Identity
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Dinkmate Visual Identity
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Dinkmate Visual Identity
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Dinkmate Visual Identity
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Dinkmate Visual Identity
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Hold On To Your Music Identity
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Hold On To Your Music Identity
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Hold On To Your Music Identity
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Hold On To Your Music Identity
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Hold On To Your Music Identity
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In Bed Rebranding
18+ SFW ...coming soon
In Bed Rebranding
18+ SFW ...coming soon
In Bed Rebranding
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In Bed Rebranding
18+ SFW ...coming soon
In Bed Rebranding
18+ SFW ...coming soon
Campaigns
Amex Platinum Card Campaign
Amex Platinum Card Campaign
Amex Platinum Card Campaign
Amex Platinum Card Campaign
Amex Platinum Card Campaign
Amex & Delta Social Media Campaign
Amex & Delta Social Media Campaign
Amex & Delta Social Media Campaign
Amex & Delta Social Media Campaign
Amex & Delta Social Media Campaign
Zevia Brand Campaigns
Zevia Brand Campaigns
Zevia Brand Campaigns
Zevia Brand Campaigns
Zevia Brand Campaigns
Brands I’ve been working with
American Express, Walmart, Delta Airlines, GSK, Aldi, Accenture, Hippo, Zevia, Smacircle, Whirlpool, The Philadelphia Inquirer, and others
Significant awards I received
Webby Award for Best Use of Social Media ✹ D&AD Pencil for Film Innovation ✹ Cannes Lion in Mobile ✹ Clio Awards in Innovative Media, Digital, Design, and Experiential ✹ ADC Award in Interactive ✹ London International Award in Digital ✹ One Show Award in User Experience Design ✹ Epica Awards in Media Innovation, Social Networks, Public Interest, and Online Films ✹ Eurobest Awards in Visual Design, and Mobile ✹
For runners only: my Personal Records
5K ✹ 24:21
10K ✹ 52:56
13.1 ✹ 1:53:11
26.2 ✹ 4:17:32
Andrew Ushakov
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