Lead designer building brand systems and recruitment campaigns that move people to act.
Currently
Lead Graphic Designer at Encoura
Freelance
Black Luna Creative: identities and websites for small businesses
Recognition
Best in Show + Gold, 2024 & 2025 Educational Advertising Awards
Selected work
2014 to todayWhat I do
I turn brand strategy into work people act on, and I do it hands-on, from first concept through finished assets.
- Recruitment campaignsLanding pages, web, email, digital ads, social, print, and events for high-priority campaigns.
- Brand systemsIdentities, guidelines, and brand oversight. Adapting one brand for many audiences while keeping every piece consistent.
- MeasurementGoogle Analytics to track traffic, behavior, and conversions, then design changes that help visitors take the next step.
About

I’m Irene, a designer with a BFA from Bowling Green State University and 15 years of professional practice.
I’ve led creative teams, managed large-scale campaigns, and kept brands consistent across print, social, digital, and events. At the University of Findlay I grew from graphic designer to assistant art director, managing the creative team and the university’s visual brand. Today I design recruitment marketing for high-priority clients at Encoura.
- Encoura (formerly RNL)Lead Graphic Designer ·
- Black Luna CreativeDesigner & owner ·
- University of FindlayGraphic Designer → Senior Graphic Designer → Assistant Art Director ·
- Educational Advertising AwardsBest in Show + Gold, digital lead-generation campaign ·
- CASEAward for Excellence in Educational Fundraising ·
- CASE Circle of ExcellenceBronze, University Branding ·
Let’s talk.
Open to full-time remote roles leading employer brand and recruitment creative.
Irene Martin