I’m Andretti Brown
I specialize in creative design solutions that help brands of all sizes and industries stand out.
Bio
I’m a multidisciplinary designer with 25+ years of experience in branding, graphic design, photography, and UI/UX. I’ve worked with leading organizations including Capital One, John Deere, Lockheed Martin, and the U.S. Postal Service, while serving in senior roles such as Senior Design Manager and Creative Director. My award-winning work is known for blending originality with strategic storytelling, delivering purposeful designs that inspire connection and drive impact.
Experience
Digital Designer (2022 - present)
Adobe Stock Photography Contributor (2020 - present)
iStock Photography Contributor (2020 - present)
Pexels Photography Contributor (2017 - present)
Sr. Design Manager (7/2018 - 4/2022)
Chief Creative (2005 - present)
Lead Photographer/Owner (2015 - present)
Art Director (2017 – 2018)
Contract Digital Designer (2015 – 2017)
Sr. Graphic Designer (2013 – 2015)
Lead/Management Graphic Designer (2012 – 2013)
Art Director & Creative Director (2010 – 2013)
Graphic Designer/Webmaster (2009 – 2010)
Interactive Designer (2007 - 2008)
Interactive Production Artist (2006 - 2007)
Contract Instructional Designer (2006)
Lead Print/Multimedia Designer (1999 – 2005)
Skills
Branding & Identity | Creative Direction | Graphic Design | Illustration | Logo Design | Motion Graphics | Photography | Print & Web Design
Organizations
AAF (American Advertising Federation) | AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts) | Sony Alpha Universe | Club Leica
Brands
RJReynolds | CapitalONE | Hickory Hardware | Hanes | Lockheed Martin | Richmond Public Schools | Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) | Dominion Energy Center | Unisys | Philip Morris USA | SAS | US Department of Defense | Owens & Minor | Inova Health System | United States Postal Services | John Deere | ExxonMobil | Raleigh Chamber | Bandwidth | FreddieMac | Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center | Ambiente Modern Furniture | Asbury Automotive Group | Fans-Hobby | Richmond International Business Center | Fredericksburg Area Tourism | Virginia Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau | George Washington University | Ahold | Amelia Island Tourist Development Council | Tetra | Fki Logistex (Honeywell Intelligrated) | Loudon County Public Schools | Scholastic Inc. | Nick | echoview fiber mill | Coca-Cola Bottling Company | Levine Center for the Arts | Hendrick Automotive Group | Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority | MCI Communications Corp.
*A few brands I’ve had the pleasure of working with, on staff or as a freelancer.
The Numbers
Creative
Awards
Brands
Serviced
Featured
Designs
Years of Expirience
Awards
& Honors
Education
Level C (Masterclass 2)
Level C (Masterclass 1)
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU Brandcenter)
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU)
Continued Learning Certificates
Canva Essentials from (Canva)
The Power of the Minimalist Entrepreneur (Linkedin)
Developing a Learning Mindset (Linkedin)
Animation for Social Media (Linkedin)
Generative AI for Digital Marketers
The 3-Minute Rule: Say Less to Get More
Using Style Guides to Bridge Design and Development
Leading with a Growth Mindset
The Three Pillars of Effective Communication
How to Speak So People Want to Listen
How to Be More Strategic in Six Steps
Speaking Confidently and Effectively
Social Media Marketing Strategy: TikTok and Instagram Reels
UX Research: Journey Mapping
Create a Brand Strategy
UX Foundations: Generational Design
LinkedIn Creator Mode
Certificate Executive Education, Entrepreneurial Thinking
Critical Thinking for Better Judgment and Decision-Making
Learning Cultural Strategy for Design
Scrum: The Basics (personal refresher)
Advanced Branding
Brand Strategy for Designers
Creating Your Personal Brand
Designing Emotion: How To Use Design To Move People
Marketing on Instagram
Photography Foundations: Exposure
Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
The 22 Immutable Laws of Branding (Blinkist Summary)
Bachelor of Fine Arts
UX Foundations: Logic and Content
Google Analytics Essential Training
Instagram for Business
