Design Blog

Spliced Typography


Splicing together various types to create a unique hand-crafted design.

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Spliced Typography

Hand-lettered Design


A custom hand-lettered and illustrated design featuring a quote from Hillary Rodham Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign.

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Material Typography


I recently attended a (3 session) class being offered through “Knowledge Commons DC” – a free school for thinkers, doers, and tinkerers – taught anywhere, by anyone, for everyone.

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Viva Typographic


One of my favorite design challenges is the creation of typographics – also referred to as word art.

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Carved Glass U.S. Constitution


I recently completed a mammoth effort to meticulously hand trace each line of the U.S. Constitution for a carved glass installation.

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Swiss Style Design


Utilizing the rational qualities of Swiss Design for the University of the District of Columbia’s faculty exhibition.

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Tale of Two Posters


Exhibition design for a show featuring art inspired by literary works of the Harlem Renaissance.

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Talk Radio


The latest addition to my series “Zombie Politics” critiques the rise of conservative talk radio and the golden age of anti-intellectualism in America.

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Capital Punishment – Typography Puns


Unlocking the aesthetic potential of the English language with typographic puns.

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Type Pun - Jacob Robison

Pepper Type


I consistently stress to my students that the act of observation – to be aware of ones surroundings and to find inspiration from seeming un-inspiring situations – is a vital skill/tool for original creative thought.

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Pepper Type

Pattern Project


I champion the use of “passion projects” – a self-initiated set of parameters for the purpose of learning and strengthening skills.

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Pattern Project

Resume

Graphic Designer Jacob Robison

Jacob Robison


Graphic Designer

Jacob Robison is D.C.-based creative professional who works as a graphic designer, glass artist and adjunct professor. His graphic design portfolio encompasses small businesses, Fortune 500 companies, and non-profit organizations. His architectural glass work can be seen all over the U.S. at public art memorials, commercial buildings and residential installations. Robison teaches graphic and web design at the University of the District of Columbia. His passion for art and design centers around the expressive possibilities of typographic design.

KTD Creative


Senior Designer • 3/2015 – Present

Works with the agency’s team of designers, developers and project managers to research, conceptualize and execute thought provoking graphic design. Creates and maintains branding systems over a range of print, interactive and environmental design platforms to seamlessly integrate consistent messaging.

University of the District of Columbia


Adjunct Professor • 1/2015 – Present

Instructs undergraduate students in the fields of Graphic Design, Typography and Web Design. Develops rigorous exercises, projects and critiques aimed at providing students with a world class education in a public institution. Supports student growth by developing technical proficiency, critical thinking and time management skills.

Classic Glass, Inc.


Environmental Graphic Designer • 4/2008 – 12/2016

Worked as a designer in the planning and execution of architectural installations for commercial and residential spaces. Collaborated with architects, engineers and interior designers to develop engaging experiences through striking visual narratives. Advised clientele to define project strategies and present solutions to design problems within built environments.

Volunteer


Tech For Campaigns • Summer/Fall 2017

Collaborates with team of digital auditors and marketers to produce graphic content for the campaign to re-elect Mike Mullen-VA 93. Implements recommendations for social media channels and Google Display Network. Designs content for organic and paid media advertising to strengthen voter engagement, volunteerism, and fundraising opportunities.


Bachelor Degree Graphic Design


University of the District of Columbia

Associate Degree Graphic Design


Butler County Community College


Core Expertise


Graphic Design
Environmental Design
Branding & Identity
Creative Strategy
Typography
Web & UX Design
Digital Illustration/Compositing
Photography

Technology Prowess


InDesign
Illustrator
Photoshop
Wordpress
Drupal
Dreamweaver
HTML, PHP, CSS
Lightroom

Added Skills


Market Research
Web Analytics
Presentation / Public Speaking
Search Engine Optimization
Social Media Marketing
Color Theory / Management

Associations


AIGA DC
Society for Experiential Graphic Design (SEGD)

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