ABOUT

I design with purpose.

I’m Ryland Smith, a graphic designer specializing in brand identity, marketing design, and visual communication.

With 8+ years of experience across branding, digital, print, social media, packaging, and web, I approach design as both a creative discipline and a problem-solving tool. I enjoy taking complex ideas, defining what needs to be communicated, and turning them into clear, cohesive visual systems.

Digital collage portrait of Island Ryland composed of various layered graphic elements.

ABOUT

I design with purpose.

I’m Ryland Smith, a graphic designer specializing in brand identity, marketing design, and visual communication.

With 8+ years of experience across branding, digital, print, social media, packaging, and web, I approach design as both a creative discipline and a problem-solving tool. I enjoy taking complex ideas, defining what needs to be communicated, and turning them into clear, cohesive visual systems.

Design Timeline

Camera equipment marked with Island Ryland branding.

Beginning

• Launched multimedia service for design.
• Created my first successful brand.

2017

Packaging designer cuts out a product container.

Learning

• Started BFA for Design at University.
• Helped establish identities of businesses.

2019

Appalachian Gold brand launch display.

Accolades

• Launched my second brand exhibition.
• Graduated honors, Service Award recip.

2022

Ryland Smith discusses marketing strategy during a manager's meeting.

Career

• Directed multiple faceted ad campaigns.
• Created content for dozens of brands.

2024

Apparel design featuring an aviation theme.

Present

• Exploring new avenues with visuals.
• Searching for new job role opportunities.

Now

2017

Beginning

• Launched multimedia service for design.
• Created my first successful brand.

2019

Learning

• Started BFA for Design at University.
• Helped establish identities of businesses.

2022

Accolades

• Launched my second brand exhibition.
• Graduated honors, Service Award recip.

2024

Career

• Directed multiple faceted ad campaigns.
• Created content for dozens of brands.

Now

Present

• Exploring new avenues with visuals.
• Searching for new job role opportunities.

My work spans startups, small businesses, retail brands, artists, and B2B companies, often carrying an idea from the initial concept through identity development and into real-world applications.

I’m currently seeking an in-house graphic design opportunity where I can contribute across branding, marketing, and digital while continuing to grow alongside a creative team.

Photo of Ryland Smith's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Let’s connect!

[email protected]

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