Design For Distinction.

[ DEREK MASSEY /// CREATIVE DIRECTOR & DESIGN LEADER ]

For 25 years, I’ve built a career leading brand identity, packaging design, and omni-channel visual execution. As co-owner and creative director at PXL Graphics, I partner with brands ranging from global category leaders to fast-growing startups. I specialize in end-to-end creative direction—bridging physical packaging systems, high-end commercial photography, and custom digital storefronts (Shopify and Squarespace).


PXL Graphics : Packaging

/// DIXON TICONDEROGA (Packaging & Brand Architecture)

- Re-designed entire product line, sub-brand and identity system.
- Scaled brand recognition from 8% to 14%.
- Generated an increase in sales one year post-launch in combination with other product launches in the product line.


PXL Graphics : E-Commerce & Digital Experience

/// Barber Battalion

- End-to-end custom Shopify e-commerce build and UI design.
- Added website navigation to drive viewers to continued education page & services page.
- Complete visual direction, commercial photography, and video production (testimonials).

Barberbattalion.com


Pepsico


Studio 111 : Berlin Packaging


Equator Design


Core Capabilities

/// Brand Strategy

• Brand Identity Systems
• Packaging Architecture
• Consumer Demographic Profiling
• Brand Standards Manuals

/// Digital Ecosystems

• Custom E-Commerce Design
• Shopify & Liquid Development
• Squarespace Architecture
• UX/UI & Front-End Styling

/// Visual Direction

• Commercial Photography
• Video Production & Direction
• Lighting & Studio Workflows
• Post-Production (Lightroom/Premiere)

/// Creative Leadership

• Agency Co-Founder & Director
• Cross-Functional Management
• Enterprise & Startup Leadership Alignment
• Client Presentation & Strategy


Career History

Co-Founder & Creative Director | PXL Graphics LLC (2017 – Present)

Design Manager - Brand Innovation | PepsiCo (2015 – 2017)

Senior Brand Designer | Medline Industries, Inc. (2014 – 2015)

Senior Packaging Designer - Graphics | Berlin Packaging (2012 – 2014)

Senior Packaging Designer / Photo Art Director | Equator Design (2009 – 2012)

Education: BFA in Graphic Design | Columbia College Chicago


Ready to collaborate creatively or discuss leadership opportunities?