Brett Hurlbut

Creative Director

Brett Hurlbut is an award-winning designer and creative strategist from St. Paul who has helped Fortune 500 companies, startups and entrepreneurs create compelling brand experiences for their audiences. His passion for design innovation earned him Design:Retail’s 40 Under 40 award in 2017, in addition to directing the design of multiple nationally and globally recognized projects.

Brett has worked with brands across a variety of industries including companies like Google, Target, Beats by Dre, Eero and the Minnesota Wild, to name a few. This experience, paired with his multidisciplinary design background, arms him with a more holistic perspective and approach to helping companies hit their next big idea out of the park creatively. 

Brett graduated from The College of Visual Arts in 2011 with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design. 

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Visual Storytelling
A seasoned art director excels in crafting compelling visual narratives, seamlessly blending imagery, layout, and design elements to convey a message or evoke emotions.
Creative Direction
With a keen eye for aesthetics, they provide strategic guidance, ensuring cohesive and innovative visual solutions that align with the project's goals and brand identity.
Team Collaboration
Effective communication and leadership skills enable art directors to collaborate seamlessly with diverse teams, including designers, copywriters, and clients, fostering a creative environment and delivering successful projects.

work portfolio

Have a look at the work that Brett has participated in with Textile.

Anderson Lakes Animal Hospital Rebranding
Ellegant Wealth
Relamp Product & Brand Strategy
Digital Signage for Rubenstein Partners