Applied design thinking for everyday contexts
I use design thinking as a practical tool for clarity, not a rigid process. I listen closely, synthesize what matters, and translate strategy into visual communication that teams can understand, use, and act on. Depending on the project, that might mean a fast MVP, a working prototype, a stakeholder alignment tool, or a highly polished flagship asset. The level of finish should serve the audience, timeline, and business need.
RAPID factsheet—visually organized factsheets that translate complex energy research and technical program information into clear, accessible communication tools for stakeholders, partners, policymakers, and public audiences.
NREL research publishing guide—visually organized publication guide designed to help NREL researchers understand the steps, timelines, requirements, and review process for getting their work published. The piece translates a complex internal workflow into a clearer, more approachable communication tool for scientists, authors, and research staff.
NREL factsheet—concise, visually organized factsheets that translate complex energy research and technical programs into clear communication tools for stakeholders, partners, policymakers, and public audiences.
American-Made factsheet—concise, visually organized factsheet designed to explain the American-Made program and its role in accelerating clean energy innovation. The piece translates program goals, participation pathways, and key benefits into a clear communication tool for innovators, partners, researchers, and stakeholders.
Technical illustration for reports and proposals
Technical illustration for reports and proposals
Illustration sample—isometric 2D style, technical illustration for reports and proposals
Generate Upcycle—visually structured factsheets that translate Generate Upcycle’s food waste, anaerobic digestion, and renewable natural gas work into accessible sales and stakeholder communication tools.
Illustration sample—technical illustration for reports and proposals
Technical illustration for reports and proposals
Roll to Roll Consortium Branding—end-to-end visual identity: logo design, environmental design.
Illustration samples—isometric 2D style, technical illustration for reports and proposals
Dan Arvizu Farewell Book—creative direction and design production: booklet, posters, and event collateral.
PermitReady—brand identity system: logo, positioning, UI design, and outreach materials.
American Made Social Cards—branded title cards, prize announcements, infographics.
HydroGEN Consortium Branding—full brand system: logo, PowerPoint templates, website, and event materials.
Wind Facilities Brochure—creative direction and production for industry brochure.
Data visualization and infographics for reports and proposals
Illustration sample—isometric 2D style, technical illustration for reports and proposals
U.S. Department of Energy Water Infographic Social Cards—infographic design and report visuals for social sharing.
Illustration sample—isometric 2D style, technical illustration for reports and proposals
National Renewable Energy Laboratory Signage—event environmental branding: wall-mounted displays and exhibition signage.
Illustration samples—isometric 2D style, technical illustration for reports and proposals
DOE Hydropower Vision Report—design and production: data visualization, infographics, maps, technical illustration.
Solar District Cup Branding—visual identity system: logo design, PowerPoint templates, stationery, website page, and event materials.
U.S. Department of Energy Energy Earthshot Report—comprehensive visual identity and report design: printed report layout and custom infographics.
Generate Upcycle—web, video and factsheets. See case study
American-Made Branding—brand development and management, curation, governance and oversight. See case study.
Powering the Blue Economy Digital Brochure—print and interactive brochure design
Hydrowires Branding—brand identity system: logo, PowerPoint templates, factsheets, illustration, and outreach materials.
"John is a very versatile designer that can adapt to any style. He's able to ramp up quickly, develop creative concepts and implement design systems across print and any digital medium."
–Kevin Horn, Twentystar
