Information / Resume 10+ Years Experience


Education

PRATT INSTITUTE
Professional Certificate in Motion Graphic Design & Corporate Identity
GPA 4.0

TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
BA in Advertising Art Direction & Digital Media Studies
Magna Cum Laude
Advertising Art Direction Best in Class Award
GPA: 3.8 | Department GPA: 4.0


Employment

COMOTO FAMILY OF BRANDS
Senior Art Director
Jan 2019 – Present

(Revzilla, J&P Cycles, Cycle Gear, Rever, Common Tread)

Developed comprehensive visual design systems and creative strategies for multi-brand portfolios by translating business objectives into immersive brand experiences across digital, video, print, physical product, apparel, and live events.

Preserved subcultural authenticity by maintaining brand credibility within the passionate motorcycle and powersports communities. Ensured all event partnerships, visual storytelling, photography, and campaign messaging resonated culturally authentic and avoided corporate clichés.

Led brand redevelopments of Revzilla and J&P Cycles. Reimagined their visual identities and mapped their strategic outlooks annually, developing personas and other elements into logos guidelines, positioning, and multi-platform activations.

Worked with high-profile brand collaborations, built partnerships and developed integrated campaigns with industry giants such as MotoGP, MotoAmerica, Alpinestars, Klim, Biltwell and Vance & Hines, designing custom apparel, limited-edition gear, and experiential activations.

Directed end-to-end photo and video production, providing on-set creative direction, styling, and casting for commercial campaigns, e-commerce, editorial content, and brand storytelling.

Evaluated and selectively adopted emerging AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney) to augment early-stage brainstorming, using them to quickly map out rough concepts while preserving human-driven execution for all final creative assets.

Cultivated and led a collaborative, bi-coastal creative team of designers, copywriters, and production staff, maintaining high visual standards and operational efficiency across all deliverables.

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1 TRICK PONY
Senior Designer
Oct 2016 – Dec 2018

Executed high-impact, 360° creative campaigns across digital, social, print, and physical platforms to drive growth for clients like Hard Rock Casino & Resorts, Virgin America, Postmates, Boost Mobile, and more.

Art directed on-location productions at premier studios, including Milk Studios NYC, overseeing creative direction from pre-production through on-set execution.

Developed brand identity systems and visual standards that scaled across physical collateral, signage, and digital interfaces.

Partnered with cross-functional teams and executives to translate high-level business goals into effective, tangible creative solutions.

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RED TETTEMER O'CONNELL + PARTNERS
Assoc. Art Director
May 2015 - Oct 2016

Co-created integrated, multi-channel national campaigns (video, digital, print, and social) for prominent consumer brands, including Planet Fitness, Morningstar Farms, Dockers, and New Balance.

Developed experiential brand activations and digital concepts designed to capture audience attention, stimulate social discourse, and foster brand loyalty.

Partnered with the ACD/CD to concept, produce and execute in-house social content across video and static creative.

Collaborated with cross-functional production teams to execute on-location shoots at studios, museums like Franklin Institute, and fashion environments from setup through wrap.

Presented creative concepts directly to clients and internal leadership, articulating design rationale and ensuring alignment between visual assets and business goals.

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PUNCH MEDIA
Graphic Designer / PR Specialist
Sept 2014 -  July 2019

Led multi-disciplinary design initiatives, encompassing branding, event signage, and promotional marketing collateral, for lifestyle brands in the Philadelphia area, including Visit Philadelphia, the Philadelphia Flower Show, and the Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group.

Strategically combined visual design with storytelling to secure high-visibility earned media placements in prominent outlets like The Philadelphia Inquirer, Visit Philly, and Philadelphia Magazine.

Represented brands at industry events, cultivating relationships with clients, media, influencers and industry partners to strengthen brand presence and awareness.

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FREELANCE
Graphic Design / Art Direction

Delivered bespoke brand identities, custom websites, merchandise, and marketing collateral for independent clients in hospitality, music, and real estate.


Skills

Creative Direction

Art Direction • Concept Development • Brand Identity Systems • 360° Campaign Strategy • Pitching & Presentations • Brand Storytelling • Creative Copywriting • Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Mentorship


Production / Execution

Video & Photo Production • On-Set Art Direction • Pre-Production Planning • Sourcing & Casting • Print Production & Press Checks • Large-Format Vendor Approvals • Creative QA • Product Design & Production Workflows • Apparel, Merchandise & Event Design • Vendor & Agency Management


Tools / Technology

Adobe Creative Suite • Figma • Procreate • Jira Project Tracking • Microsoft 365 • Google Workspace • Generative AI (Midjourney, Gemini, ChatGPT for creative workflow augmentation)


Clientele List

MotoGP
MotoAmerica
Alpinestars
Biltwell
Simpson Helmets
Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson Racing
Dunlop
J&P Cycles
RevZilla
Cycle Gear
Rever
Common Tread
CTXP
Renegade Babes
Heavy Slime
Born Free
Go Fast Don't Die
One Moto Show
Born Free
Virgin Hotels / Virgin America / Virgin Sport
Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos
Dockers
Postmates
Morningstar Farms
Urban Outfitters
Planet Fitness
Trip Advisor
Finish Line
Flor De Caña
Ancho Reyes
Drambuie
Yuengling
Visit Philly
Turner Classic Movies
Boost Mobile
Speck Cases
Unico Hotels
& More
martonickc@gmail.com

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Carmella Martonick

Art Director | Brand Strategist

01 Stay curious
02 Observe what's around you
03 Give things time to breathe
04 Follow your intuition
05 Learn what drives you
06 Inspire rather than tell
07 Create without meaning
08 Then build with purpose
09 Make real things
10 Stop long enough to enjoy what you've built
         
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Digital Design
All Brands / 2025+

Good Design, Sharp Strategy, & Zero Fluff
Scope

Website Heroes, Landing Page UX/UI, Social Campaigns, Digital Ads, E-Commerce Content
Role
 
Art Director / Designer

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Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Luke Darigan + Vendor Photography
Studio: Comoto 

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From high-impact event headers and editorial spotlights to e-commerce heroes and full-funnel ads on every landing page, every asset was meticulously crafted to captivate and guide users seamlessly through the experience. 

The result? Double-digit year-over-year traffic growth, thousands of brand-new buyers, and consistently outperforming weekly revenue forecasts. This masterclass in effortless cool not only elevated the brand in its premiere market but also showcased its exceptional ability to captivate and engage audiences.

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RevZilla x Joe Roberts (MotoGP)
Revzilla / 2026

From Concept Sketches To The World Stage Of MotoGP
Scope

Helmet Design, Concept Sketching, Paint Mapping, Athlete Collabs
Role
 
Art Director


Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Pascal Roberts Scal Designs
Painter: Sakartdesign
Studio: Comoto 

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Leading creative direction for RevZilla’s debut MotoGP partnership, bringing American contender Joe Roberts’ signature race gear to life from scratch.

The process spanned concept sketching, paint mapping, and collaborating directly with Joe’s team. Through extensive surface edits and precise design iterations, the final product was a custom helmet livery built for the track—introducing the brand to a global racing audience on day one.

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Merch Design & Apparel Systems
All Brands / 2025+

Built To Be Worn, Collected, & Lived In
Scope

Shirts, Hoodies, Stickers, Hats, Event Signage
Role
 
Art Director / Designer

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Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Luke Darigan
Studio: Comoto 

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What started as core graphic tees quickly turned into full merch lines powering major stages like MotoGP, 20th Anniversary milestones, and premier rallies. Collaborating closely with apparel designers and production partners, the goal was simple: treat apparel like authentic gear, not rushed promo wear. The result? Deep crowd loyalty, long-term brand equity, and a massive new revenue driver.

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Co-Branded Collabs & Strategic Partnerships
All Brands / 2022+

Built For Culture Defining Brands
Scope

Brand Strategy, Co-Branded Apparel, Custom Bikes & Helmets, Swag, Live Activations, Event Signage + more
Role
 
Art Director / Designer


Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Brady Mclean, VonGasphalt, Amelia Ponce
Studio: Comoto 

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Built on genuine community ties over standard advertising, this work spans end-to-end partnerships across custom Simpson helmets, Dixxon flannels, hand-built bikes, and full-scale event builds for MotoGP, Born-Free, and The One Moto.

By bringing together artist collectives, top customizers, and creators like Heavy Slime, Blockhead Moto and Sassy Pants, these collaborations bridged heritage powerhouses with modern digital influence to drive massive engagement, rapid product sell-outs, and multi-channel growth.

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Revzilla x Babes Ride Out
Revzilla / 2026+

Crafted By Women, For Women
Scope

Brand Identity & Co Logo System, Digital & Web Assets, Social Promos & Influencer Strategy, Environmental Signage, Retail Tent Experience, Packaging & Event Activations
Role
 
Art Director / Designer

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Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Amelia Ponce
Studio: Comoto 

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As the lead sponsor and exclusive point of sale vendor for Babes Ride Out 2026, RevZilla established a visual presence built around real female rider culture. Visual direction delivered a fresh collaborative logo and unified identity system that carried across full site environmental graphics, retail tents, and functional gear replacement hubs.

Rooted in safety, community, and hospitality, the design system prioritized thoughtful rider touchpoints over standard corporate sponsorship. The brand umbrella covered curated survival packs for giveaways, custom dry bags, branded morning coffee bars, and custom popcorn packaging for late night film showcases featuring female directors—ensuring women felt equipped, supported, and celebrated throughout the entire rally experience.

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Big Book Parts Catalog Evolution
J&P Cycles / 2024

Modernizing A Legacy Print Icon For The Digital Age
Scope

Print Catalog, Website Integration & Digital Assets, Content Hubs, Studio Production  
Role

Art Director / Designer

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Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Luke Darigan
Studio: Comoto 

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Creative direction and overhaul for J&P Cycles’ 1000 page catalog—turning a thick, dry parts manual into a killer editorial magazine built to sit on a coffee table rather than get thrown in the trash.

Owning the process from initial strategy to final press run, execution built flexible design systems and clear guidelines that smoothed out cross departmental workflows and cut print overhead.

Art direction spearheaded location shoots and studio photography, blending smart product placement with deep lifestyle storytelling. The shift brought new energy to V-Twin culture, creating an immersive asset riders actually collect and dive into while driving major engagement and revenue growth.

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Anywhere USA
J&P Cycles / 2024

Celebrating the Humor, Freedom, and Unfiltered Chaos of the Open Road
Scope

Website Assets, Social Media Posts, Giveaways, Event Activations, Stickers, Patches, Photoshoot Direction
Role

Art Director / Designer


Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Luke Darigan
Studio: Comoto 

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Summer motorcycle trips aren’t just about the destination—they’re about the breakdown stories, the questionable choices, and the laughs shared along the way. For J&P Cycles’ Anywhere USA campaign, we tapped into a cheeky, beatnik-inspired ethos to celebrate the raw freedom of summer riding. We created a full visual ecosystem centered around relatable, collectable “merit badges” (like Floorboard Scraper and Pothole Magnet) designed for riders to wear, trade, or slap on a buddy’s bike.
 
From custom posters, stickers, and merch to photoshoot art direction and digital assets, the campaign served as a playful reminder that wherever you’re headed across the country, J&P Cycles is along for the ride.

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Numun Creation
Pratt Institute / 2021


Rethinking Menstrual Health Through Intelligent Discovery & Design
Scope
 
Brand Creation & Identity, Packaging Design & Unboxing Experience, Product Curation Strategy, Prototyping   
Role

Creator / Designer

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Designer: Carmella Martonick
Studio: Pratt Institute

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Numun was built to disrupt a clinical, trial and error menstrual care market by offering a curated, discovery based subscription box. Designed around the reality of personal rhythms, the service eliminates the financial waste and frustration of buying full sized care products that do not work, letting women sample and select what best fits their body each month.

Developed at Pratt Institute as a solo end to end brand ecosystem, the project bridges functional menstrual support with elevated self care. The tactile, dark matte packaging and fluid typography reframes period care from an annoying necessity into a ritual of comfort—creating an adaptable platform capable of expanding into beauty, restorative spa treatments, and holistic wellness items when women feel their most raw.

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Boosting Dreams
Boost Mobile / 2018

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
Scope

Video Series & Production, Social & Influencer Marketing, Merch
Role
 
Art Director / Designer


Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Illustrator: Rodney Ibarra
Studio: 1 Trick Pony 

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Art direction and campaign execution for Boost Mobile’s ‘Boosting Dreams’ Hispanic Heritage Month series.

Working with HOT 97’s Laura Stylez alongside Mondo Guerra and José Hernández, visual direction covered every angle—from video production and venue selection to custom apparel and multichannel rollouts. Built around the #BoostingDreams movement, the campaign traded corporate messaging for genuine cultural storytelling, driving massive audience buy in and brand reach.

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Sturgis Rally
J&P Cycles / Revzilla / 2024+

Revitalizing an V-Twin Icon
Scope

Event Signage, Website Assets, Influencer Activations, Content Experiences, Ads, Merch + more
Role
 
Art Director / Designer

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Art Director: Carmella Martonick
Designer: Carmella Martonick
Photographer: Luke Darigan
Studio: Comoto 

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Sturgis, the ultimate visual showcase, boasts a massive rally footprint that generates repeated million-dollar days through immersive event creative, limited merchandise drops, and impactful brand partnerships. 

The visual strategy revolutionized J&P Cycles’ legacy merchandise by replacing tired template graphics with raw, culture-driven aesthetics. While J&P maintained its core V-Twin customer base at the main retail storefront, RevZilla expanded its reach by introducing ADV Alley in 2026. Outward activations, bike show pop-ups, and offsite events attracted new audiences unfamiliar with the brand, challenging classic rider stereotypes, driving first-time purchases, and directing substantial foot traffic back to the main store.
Top Carmella Martonick | Art Director | Brand Strategist | martonickc@gmail.com