I’m Brian Cox—a creative leader and hands-on art director focused on building brand systems that bring clarity to real-world complexity.

I’ve worked across packaging, campaigns, retail environments, editorial systems, and digital experiences, helping organizations turn layered or evolving ideas into work that feels cohesive, intentional, and usable. What connects the work is the belief that design should do more than look good; it should create structure, communicate clearly, and hold together in the real world.

Whether shaping a visual identity, campaign, or communication system, I care deeply about how the pieces connect—and how the work lives beyond the concept.

I operate as both a creative leader and collaborative partner, helping teams bring ideas into focus and build systems that scale without losing the thinking behind them.

At heart, I’m still a designer. I care deeply about typography, consistency, pacing, and the small details that shape how people experience a brand.

Outside the studio, you’ll usually find me in the garden pulling weeds, on the pickleball court, strumming my banjo, practicing Spanish, or learning to play water polo.

Feel free to reach out. I’m always happy to connect.

e  brian@briancoxdesign.com
c  415.297.7546
l linkedin.com/in/briancoxdesign/

Download a PDF of my resume.