Hi, I’m Carson
A designer who begrudgingly put a lot of effort into this about page.
I’m a graphic designer based in San Diego who specializes in creative marketing. I’m currently working with the talented team at Ellislaine to help create assets ranging from short-form video to print advertisements for over 175 clients.
When I’m not recovering corrupted illustrator files, you can find me playing trombone, training for a half marathon, or buying equipment for a new hobby that I’m about to give up on.
If you have an exciting project (or a boring one) that needs a designer’s touch, let’s connect!
More About Me
Personality tests can give valuable insights— but instead I’ll just cherry-pick the good parts of mine.
As an INTJ, I approach design with a blend of creative vision and strategic thinking. I’m deeply analytical, with a natural ability to see through contradictions and inefficiencies. My mind is always in motion, evaluating ideas and systems in search of the best solution.
Despite this outward-facing logic, my primary decision making mechanism is my intuition. Psychology Junkie describes this function of INTJ’s as being, “focused on connecting impressions or patterns from the present that compose a picture or forecast of what is yet to come. It’s visionary, predictive, and more abstract.”
These two aspects of my personality combine to give me a unique edge in design: the ability to envision creative solutions before they fully materialize and then refine them through strategic, analytical thinking.
Scoring a 1 in agreeableness doesn’t mean I’m an asshole, I promise.
Scoring extremely low in Agreeableness might sound harsh, but in practice, it means I value authenticity and honesty over superficial harmony. I often find myself frustrated with a lack of critique rather than with the critique itself. A moderate level of Conscientiousness means I strike a balance between organization and flexibility so I don’t slip into perfectionism. My innate curiosity (rooted in high Openness to Experience) fuels me to explore unconventional ideas, master new techniques, and embrace fresh perspectives, ensuring my design work stays innovative and dynamic.
While I’m not necessarily the life of the party, my lower Extroversion score lets me focus deeply without constant external stimulation. I’m comfortable working independently or in smaller, tight-knit teams, which helps me dive into challenging design briefs with minimal distractions. Coupled with a calm, level-headed response to stress and change—thanks to high Emotional Stability—I’m able to handle the inevitable revisions, critiques, and pivots of the design process while consistently delivering my best work.
