Jansen Cumbie

Jansen Cumbie is an interactive designer based in Brooklyn, New York.2 He has a diverse portfolio that spans various mediums, including print publications, AI-powered interactive spaces, and product design.23

Career Background

Jansen's journey into design was somewhat unconventional. He initially moved to New York to pursue writing but found himself working in a coffee shop. After a brief stint as a web developer, he unexpectedly landed a junior designer position, which led him to discover his passion for graphic design.1

Expertise and Skills

Jansen's work encompasses:

• Brand and graphic design
• UI/Visual design
• Product design
• Illustration

He also has experience in development and writing.35

Notable Characteristics

Color Blindness:: Interestingly, Jansen has red/green color blindness, which he openly discusses on his portfolio website. Despite this challenge, he has successfully built a career in a field that often relies heavily on color.1

Portfolio:: Jansen's portfolio can be found at aloneinthe.club, which he built using Readymag.14

Recent Work

As of September 2024, Jansen has worked on projects for major tech companies. He recently contributed to the design of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus website for Apple.6

Professional Interests

Jansen is particularly drawn to the psychology of visual communication and how much can be conveyed with minimal or no words.1 He also expresses an interest in pro-civil liberty projects and organizations.5