Hello.
I’m Mark Cruz — a multidisciplinary designer and creative director with a passion for crafting visually compelling, strategically driven work. Design and music have been constants in my life. As a record collector and DJ, my love for design was sparked by the bold, timeless album covers of Blue Note Records — particularly the iconic work of Reid Miles. His striking use of typography, layout, and photography left a lasting impression and set me on my creative path.
Over the years, I’ve partnered with leading brands across fashion, action sports, and entertainment, developing creative across branding and identity, art direction, packaging, and product design. I’ve had the opportunity to create work for globally recognized brands including Formula 1®, Disney, Lucasfilm, Pendleton, and New Balance. For more than a decade, I’ve operated my own creative consultancy collaborating with brands of all sizes to develop thoughtful, impactful visual solutions. My goal is to create engaging, memorable work that builds a meaningful connection with your audience.
EXPERTISE
Branding & Visual Identity
Creative & Art Direction
Packaging
Product Design & Development
PRESS & PUBLICATION
2025 — The Art of Super 7 — Featured Work
2024 — Dust & Grooves, Vol. 2 by Eilon Paz — Featured Creative
2024 — Portables by Eilon Paz — Featured Creative
2004 — DPM: Disruptive Pattern Material by Hardy Blechman Featured Work (uncredited)