Allisan Salazar

Allisan Salazar is a highly experienced graphic designer and art director with a focus on human-centric design and a passion for working with non-profits and social impact projects.

Allisan started their career in 2014 with internships at Compass and rag & bone, where they gained experience in UI/UX design and graphic design. Allisan then worked as a designer at KABK Design Office, specializing in branding and identity for various clients.

In 2016, Salazar joined David Stark Design and Production as a graphic designer, eventually becoming the Graphic Design Lead. Allisan was responsible for overseeing graphic projects from start to finish, managing budgets and production, and mentoring interns and freelancers.

Salazar also had freelance design experience with MKG - Experiential Marketing before starting their own freelance design and art direction business in 2018. During this time, they worked on various projects, with a particular focus on experiential/environmental design and full-scope branding.

In 2019, Salazar's career took a non-profit focus as they worked as a graphic designer and later a freelance graphic designer for Robin Hood, an organization fighting poverty in New York City.

Allisan then transitioned to Bumble, where they held multiple roles from 2019 to 2022. As a Social Media Art Director, they were responsible for the art direction and global creative strategy for Bumble's social platforms. Allisan then became the Design Lead + Social Media Art Director, overseeing all in-house and agency work and managing a team of junior and mid-level designers. Eventually, Salazar became the Global Creative Lead, responsible for the creative and art direction of Bumble's brand-wide initiatives and ensuring alignment with the brand's vision.

Most recently, Salazar joined Project Healthy Minds, a non-profit startup focused on tackling the mental health crisis. As the Head of Creative, they lead the strategy and direction for all creative efforts, contributing to the organization's mission of rebranding mental health discussions.

In 2022, Salazar also started offering freelance services as a Creative Director, specializing in art direction, brand strategy, and brand identity development, working selectively with people, brands, and organizations that align with their values.

Overall, Salazar's work experience showcases their expertise in graphic design, art direction, brand strategy, and experiential design, with a strong commitment to using design for social impact.

Allisan Salazar attended Princeton High School, although the specific years are unknown. In 2011, they enrolled at the Rhode Island School of Design, where they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design in 2015. During their time at Rhode Island School of Design, they also briefly studied Graphic Design at the KABK Royal Academy of Art, The Hague in 2014. In 2013 and 2015, they pursued studies in Social Psychology at Brown University. At some point, Allisan expressed an interest in Psychology and Social Sciences at Brown University, but the exact dates are not provided.