Sam Reed

SAM REED

CONTACT:

[email protected]

SOCIAL:

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ABOUT:

Sam is pretending someone else wrote this short bio for his website, when it was really just him. He is a creative director based in Utah and employed by Bridger. He has 10+ years of experience in brand and UX/UI design. He loves finding that perfect balance of simplicity and legibility that makes a design truly memorable and iconic.

Sam’s motto is, “move slow and fix things.” In his client work, he prefers a collaborative approach. More “we’re in this together” than “you’re gonna be so surprised.” Although, he does hope you’re a little surprised, in a good way, at the end of a project.

Sam enjoys talking, listening, walking, running, mountains, cooking, writing, doodling, art, film, books and a good sneeze.

If you’re still reading this instead of having a robot eat these words and vomit a summary, congratulations, you’re in rarified air. You can connect with Sam on the social channels linked above or send him an email.

RESUME

Employment

Creative Director
Bridger Creative
January 2025–Present

Design Lead
Bridger Creative
October 2022–January 2025

Art Director
Tiled
June 2022–October 2022

Senior Designer
Tiled
June 2021–June 2022

Senior Designer
Micro Focus
March 2020–June 2021

Graphic Designer
Qualtrics
August 2019–February 2020

Freelance Designer
March 2019–August 2019

Graphic Designer
Doyle Partners
December 2017–February 2019

Junior UX/UI Designer
Bridger
January 2017–August 2017

Web Designer
EKR
May 2016–January 2017

BYU
Graphic Designer
December 2011–April 2016

Design Intern
Johnson & Johnson
May 2015–August 2015

Education

Brigham Young University
Graphic Design B.F.A.
2016

WORK [UNDER CONSTRUCTION]

Admittee

Client: Admittee
Team: Bridger
Project: branding, illustration, copywriting

Admittee is facility scheduling software built for shared event spaces. Schedule facilities, run events, and collect payments all in one platform.

Vivint: Paragon

Client: Vivint
Team: Bridger
Project: branding, illustration, copywriting

Identity design and illustrations for an internal summer sales competition.

CardioFocus

Client: CardioFocus
Team: Bridger
Project: brand identity, illustration, copywriting

CardioFocus provides electrophysiologists with innovative tools for the treatment of atrial fibrillation.

Tiled

Client: Tiled
Team: Bridger
Project: brand identity, brand strategy, copy writing, illustration

When deals are on the line, your content should do more than just show up. Tiled transforms presentations into intelligent, interactive experiences that adapt, stand out, and win.

Bridger

Team: Bridger
Project: merchandise, illustration

“We craft elevated digital experiences. From our studio in San Diego, CA, and beyond, we work with clients from around the globe and across a broad range of industries.”

Suade & Co.

Client: Suade & Co.
Team: Freelance
Project: brand identity, copywriting

“We believe the world is better when every man looks, feels, and performs at his best. Whether it’s that next business deal, promotion, or romantic interest, our exemplary grooming experience is designed to help men—stay sharp.“

Brooklyn Brewery

Client: Brooklyn Brewery
Team: Doyle Partners
Project: packaging, illustration

Defend Beer with Brooklyn Defender IPA, our heroically hopped golden IPA featuring strong notes of tropical fruit, well-muscled hop bitterness, and an incredibly dry finish. Cape not required. #DefendBeer Brooklyn Defender IPA is proud to be the official beer of New York Comic Con.

Concept Brand: Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings are an American professional basketball team based in Sacramento, California. The Kings compete in the National Basketball Association (NBA) as a member of the Pacific Division of the Western Conference.

Concept Brand: Sinclair

Sinclair Oil Corporation was an American petroleum corporation founded by Harry F. Sinclair on May 1, 1916. The Sinclair Oil and Refining Corporation amalgamated the assets of 11 small petroleum companies.

Sunrun: March Madness

Client: Sunrun
Team: Bridger
Project: brand identity, illustration

Sunrun regularly holds internal sales competitions. They needed visuals for a March Madness event that would feel energetic, motivating, and nostalgic.