Travis Stephenson is an award-winning designer, artist, and creative strategist with more than 25 years of experience helping businesses build stronger brands and connect with their audiences. A graduate of Winthrop University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and concentration in Graphic Design, Travis has spent his career combining creativity, marketing, and visual storytelling to help organizations stand out in competitive markets.
Throughout his career, he has worked with businesses ranging from local startups and nonprofits to national brands and organizations. His experience spans branding, website design, digital marketing, illustration, environmental graphics, advertising campaigns, photography direction, print production, and commissioned artwork.
Prior to founding Stephenson Designs, Travis held creative leadership positions with several respected agencies, including serving as Senior Art Director and Senior Creative Director, where he led branding and marketing initiatives for a diverse portfolio of clients. Today, he brings that agency-level experience directly to businesses looking for a trusted creative partner without the layers and overhead of a traditional agency.
Based on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, Stephenson Designs works with clients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond, creating brands, websites, marketing materials, illustrations, and artwork that are both visually compelling and strategically effective.
Whether launching a new business, refreshing an established brand, or developing a long-term marketing strategy, Travis focuses on creating work that not only looks great, but helps businesses grow.
Awards
Awarded as Senior Creative Director with Jester Communications
W3 Awards - AIVA: Silver Winner 2015 - Toyota Material Handling Mobile Application
The Communicator Awards: Award of Excellence 2015 - Mercury Marine Dealer iPad App
ADDY Awards: Gold 2014 - Mercury Marine Dealer iPad App, Gold 2014 - Beneteau Dealer iPad App, Silver 2014 - Triton Submarines iPad App, Silver 2014 - Jupiter Marine iPad App, Best of Show Interactive 2012 & Gold 2012 - Beneteau Dealer iPad App, and Gold 2012 - Sea Tow iPhone App
FWA (Favorite Website Awards): 2011 - Sea Tow iPhone App
MMA (Marine Marketers of America): 2012 - Best B2B Mobile App, 2012 - Best B2C Mobile App, 2011 - Innovation Award
NMMA (National Marine Manufacturers Association): 2012 - Innovation Award