Doug Bartow

Doug Bartow is an experienced Design Director based in Troy, New York. He currently serves as the Director of Design at Overit Media in Albany, NY, a role he has held since January 2022. In this position, he manages a team of brand designers, focusing on various media including web and print for clients across sectors such as financial services, healthcare, and education.12

Education and Background:

• Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from Cranbrook Academy of Art.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design from the State University of New York at New Paltz.

Professional Experience:

• Director of Design at Overit Media (2022-Present): Leads a team of seven designers, overseeing projects that include branding and marketing strategies for notable clients like Hudson Valley Community College and the Downtown Albany BID.
• Co-founder & Design Director at id29 (2003-2021): Established a successful design firm recognized for its innovative branding work, including the national advertising campaign for "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows."
• Director of Design at MASS MoCA (1995-2003): Instrumental in developing the museum's brand identity and visual communication strategies.

Skills and Recognition: Doug is proficient in various design disciplines, including brand design systems, UI/UX design, typography, and motion graphics. His work has received accolades from organizations such as AIGA and the American Advertising Federation. He was also named one of the Top 50 People to Watch by Graphic Design USA.12

In addition to his professional work, Doug is active in the design community, having served as President of AIGA Upstate New York from 2016 to 2018 and frequently lecturing on design topics.12