
Ryan Lee
@ryanlee5
Creative Director at Ryan Makes Art who directed Andreessen Horowitz’s brand rebrand and built its responsive logo system.
What I'm looking for
At Ryan Makes Art, I founded and lead an independent creative studio delivering brand identity, art direction, photography, and digital design. I’ve built long-term creative partnerships across technology, energy, cycling, outdoor, healthcare, and agriculture.
As Creative Director at Moonshot, I served as lead creative director across the majority of its client roster. I art directed Andreessen Horowitz’s brand rebrand, guiding illustration systems, 3D renders, custom typography, and a responsive logo system.
I also led editorial and information design for a16z crypto’s annual State of Crypto report. My work has been recognized by the Print Regional Design Annual and LogoLounge, and I’m ready to bring my senior creative perspective to a team, contribute to a larger vision, and build something stronger together.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Creative Director / Owner
Ryan Makes Art
Jan 2009 - Present (17 years 9 months)
Founded and lead an independent creative studio delivering brand identity, art direction, photography, and digital design to startups, agencies, and established brands. Built long-term creative partnerships across technology, energy, cycling, outdoor, healthcare, and agriculture.
Creative Director
Moonshot
Jan 2018 - Jan 2026 (8 years)
Served as lead creative director across the majority of Moonshot's client roster for eight years, functioning as a de facto creative partner in the business. Art directed Andreessen Horowitz's (a16z) brand rebrand and led editorial and information design for a16z crypto's annual State of Crypto report.
Senior Designer / Art Director
LRXD
Jan 2009 - Jan 2012 (3 years)
Senior Designer and Art Director at LRXD.
Concept Mechanic
Honest Bros
Jan 2008 - Jan 2009 (1 year)
Concept Mechanic at Honest Bros.
Designer
Pure Brand Communications
Jan 2006 - Jan 2008 (2 years)
Designer at Pure Brand Communications.
Designer
The Shaw Group
Jan 2005 - Jan 2006 (1 year)
Designer at The Shaw Group.
Design Intern
Art & Anthropology Inc.
Jan 2005 - Dec 2005 (11 months)
Design Intern at Art & Anthropology Inc.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Metropolitan State College of Denver
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Communication Design
2001 - 2006
BFA in Communication Design from Metropolitan State College of Denver from 2001 to 2006.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Website
ryanmakes.artSalary expectations
Job categories
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