About me.

Growing up in Raleigh, North Carolina, my passion for graphic design sparked in high school and was solidified after attending Design Camp at NC State University. I went on to earn a BFA in Graphic Design from East Carolina University in May of 2023.

My most recent position was at Plasma Games as a Junior Graphic Designer where I created illustrations, infographics, UI elements, logos, visual identities, and whatever other design challenges came my way! Before that, I was a Digital Designer at Game Plan, where I developed graphics and videos for eLearning courses, led accessibility initiatives that led to the evolution of our course templates, and took lead on designing our semester course catalogs. These experiences sharpened my communication, design, and project management skills.

My portfolio showcases a blend of academic training and professional experience, highlighting my dedication to crafting thoughtful, impactful visual solutions.

Lesson Card and Side Modal Design

Redesigned Plasma Games’ Lesson Cards and Side Modal within the Teacher Portal to create a more user-friendly, streamlined experience. The update makes it easier for educators to browse courses and quickly understand lesson content at a glance.

Internal Team Logo Design for Engineering East - SRC

Logo design for an internal team under Actalent, a global engineering and sciences service company that provides talent solutions.

Brand Guidelines Manual for the Salem Witches WNBA Team

A full brand guidelines manual for the Salem Witches WNBA team featuring logos, typography, vehicle liveries, jersey designs, and much more.

Testimonials

  • “Jake is the ultimate ‘go-getter’ - there's no challenge that he won't tackle, no problem too big, and no skillset he isn't willing to try and learn. In our short time together, Jake proved himself to be more than capable of the most time-sensitive tasks for the biggest clients. By the end of our time together, I was just as comfortable giving him something I would give one of the senior artists. He's incredibly impressive, driven, and I can't wait to see what he does next (hopefully for your business!)”

  • “I had the pleasure of working with Jacob and witnessing his exceptional creative problem-solving skills. Jacob consistently meets every brief handed to him. This success stems from his ability to truly listen, understand each project’s goal, and empathize with the end-user, ensuring the right design solutions are implemented. Jacob’s performance under pressure is outstanding. He brings a sense of levity to every situation, helping both himself and those around him think clearly in challenging circumstances. Jacob is a valuable asset, and any team would be fortunate to have the opportunity to work with him.”

  • “We recently had the pleasure of working with Jacob Gantt Designs to create a new logo for our engineering recruiting team at Actalent, and we couldn't be happier with the results! Jacob made the entire process smooth and enjoyable with his professional yet approachable demeanor. One of the standout aspects of working with Jacob was how easy and collaborative he made the experience. He provided us with a wealth of options that catered to our needs, giving us the freedom to explore different creative directions while staying aligned with out vision. What really set him apart, though, was his consultative approach – Jacob took the time to understand our team's goals and offered thoughtful insights and recommendations that elevated the final design. The result is a logo that we are very excited about that captures out teams new identity and focus. We highly recommend Jacob Gantt Designs to anyone looking for a skilled and customer-focused designer who truly delivers!”