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About:

Michael Robinson (He/His/Him) is a pioneering creative director, and educator recognized for his ability to bridge the gap between culture and commerce. He has collaborated with global clients such as Alicia Keys, Lincoln Center, Project Rock, Coca-Cola, Burning Man Project, and the Smithsonian, creating immersive experiences that evoke strong emotions and create lasting memories. Robinson balances his design practice with his position as an adjunct professor at Parsons School of Design, where he was nominated three times for the Excellence in Teaching award and the School of Visual Arts. Robinson has consistently challenged industry norms and pushed his boundaries as a commercial artist. He is an expert in branding, identity, and experiential design, with a sharp understanding of cultural relevance and a talent for bringing innovative and achievable ideas to life. From a young age, Robinson displayed exceptional creativity, and his dedication to originality and craftsmanship continues to motivate him. His work is filled with invaluable lessons from his journey's triumphs and obstacles, making it instantly relatable, beautiful, and universal. A natural facilitator of ideas and relationships, Robinson consistently generates top-tier design concepts and effortlessly transforms the seemingly impossible into reality through his vast global network.


Published Works

  • Kim Hastreiter + David Hershkovits. 20 Years of Style: The World of Paper Magazine. Harper Collins, 2004.

  • Spencer Drake + Salavetz. Extreme Design. Adams Media, 2001.

  • Julius Wiedemann. Web Design: Navigation, Taschen, 2009

  • Julius Wiedemann. Logo Design II. Taschen, 2009

  • Sebastion Acampante. TMDG X: 10th Anniversary Book. TRImarchiDG, 2012

  • Daniel Pinchbeck + Ken Jordan. Toward 2012: Perspectives on the Next Age. Tarcher, 2008

  • Daniel Pinchbeck + Ken Jordan. Forging Community Through Visionary Art, Evolver, 2012


Clients include:

Alicia Keys, Lincoln Center, RZA, Jay Z, Pantone, Odwalla, Glade, Fred Leighton, Addiction, Deepak Chopra, Coca-Cola, Levis Strauss, Jeep, Chrysler, Planned Parenthood, Oxygen Network, Burning Man Project, New Belgium Brewing, UNICEF, Harper Collins, Taschen, Random House, Avon, Shen Wei Dance Arts, Dusan Tynek, University of the Arts, Howard University, Hollins University, Vosges Haut Chocolate, Zen Dog Productions, Atlantic Records, Smirnoff, Glade, Univision, Concord Records, Aquilo Records, Road Runner Records, Sanctuary Music, J Records, Thursday Boot Co., Onwards to Opportunity, Trimarchi Design Conference, Buckminster Fuller Institute, Leaders on Purpose, and the Smithsonian.