about me

Hi, I'm Austin Mullin, a UX/Visual Designer based in Philadelphia. I started my career helping tech and marketing startups strengthen their online presence and build digital systems that elevate both platforms and brands. Over time, I've had the chance to collaborate with businesses in e-commerce, real estate, and public health, among other industries.

I specialize in both visual design and motion design—two closely related areas that together enhance the overall user experience. Visual design allows me to create efficient, scalable design systems, while motion design adds depth and interactivity to interfaces, bringing them to life with emotion and purpose.

My journey began at Drexel University, where I studied Media Management. While my focus wasn’t initially on user experience, my education provided me with strong skills in content strategy, including content planning, audience research, and performance analysis. These skills have been essential in crafting accessible, SEO-friendly content across various platforms. By prioritizing content in my design process, I ensure that every project aligns with both user needs and business objectives, creating more meaningful and impactful user experiences.

Portrait of Austin Mullin

my experience

I’ve had the privilege of working with startups, corporations, and everything in between—each experience has refined my skills and fueled my passion for excellence.

Taurist Technologies

December 2024 - Present
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Currently working as a UX/UI Designer for an agency focused on helping businesses in the sports and eCommerce sectors.

AIGA Philadelphia*

September 2024
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Volunteered as a motion designer for the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA).
Achievements
  • Successfully designed social media marketing materials and created a 40-second explainer video with character animations within a tight 14-day deadline.
Watch "Find Your Polling Place" Motion Graphic Project

Netwave Interactive

June 2024 - August 2024
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Vario Productions

April 2024 - May 2024
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Worked as an independent contractor graphic designer, creating motion assets for large-scale corporate events.
Achievements
  • Collaborated with Project Manager, Marketing Director, and AV team to create presentation assets for Fortune 500 client's flagship event, meeting a 3+ week turnaround to execute digital/large-format production
  • Optimized 6+ corporate presentations for synchronized displays, aligning with event tone and objectives; recognized by client’s Director of Marketing Activation for proactive communication

Halfpenny Management

January 2023 - January 2024
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I worked temporarily to help the property management company enhance their online presence and elevate their brand.
Achievements
  • Partnered with internal teams and leasing offices to establish a cohesive Figma design system for a real estate website, implementing user-focused design solutions that increased session duration by 41.4%
  • Enhanced user engagement by integrating responsive UI frameworks and WCAG standards, achieving a 35% increase in mobile engagement time through accessible, user-centered design
  • Conducted user-centered UX analyses, including card sorting, to improve user flow on real estate listing platforms, reducing bounce rates by 23% for referral traffic
Visit "Halfpenny Management" Website Redesign Project

Our People Entertainment

September 2021 - December 2023
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Served as the sole visual designer for an experiential marketing agency team of 10+, collaborating with Producers and Production Assistants to create client activations for both digital and live-event platforms.
Achievements
  • Executed content audits and page redesigns for ADA compliance and search engine optimization, with revised copywriting that reduced bounce rates by 15% on a project website within one month
  • Coordinated with production assistants, 30+ sponsors, and their internal marketing teams to acquire low-res graphics to vectorize, ensuring use for both print and digital formats
* Volunteer Work

features and awards

A collection of accolades and features highlighting my work in visual and motion design.

Speaker at CHOP Pediatric Research Center

November 2024
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Presented a UX project on an ADA-compliant RSVP platform designed to make event registration more accessible and comfortable for autistic adults, reaching 100+ attendees.

Drexel Swift Fund Grant Recipient

April 2022
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Received funding for motion design projects focused on educating people about social behaviors regarding autism, following a successful grant proposal.

Featured on Bootcamp Publication

February 2021
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UX Case Study showcased in Bootcamp, a leading Medium publication for UX, UI, and Product insights.

the social proof

No egos. No nonsense. Just results.

I want to thank Austin for his work on AIGA Philly's campaign. Austin went above and beyond the creative brief, showcasing his excellent motion skills and ability to take direction and execute flawlessly. His receptiveness to my feedback was always positive, resulting in a great working relationship and a more interactive and representative social media campaign.
Giselle Duran
Social Media Engagement Director
// AIGA Philadelphia
October 2024
Working with Austin was an exceptional experience. He was quick to respond to all our inquiries and provided various options tailored to our client's needs. Despite the complexity of the project, Austin stayed within the allotted time and delivered quality work. His clear and professional communication made the collaboration smooth and efficient. We had a great experience working with him!
Kellie Kucinski
Production Manager
// Netwave Interactive
July 2024
Austin assisted us with the development of the creative for our event. He was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. His professionalism and diligence were evident in every aspect of his work. Austin was pretty much always available and on call to make quick updates and changes.  He took direction well and fully understood the objective and tone of the event. Thanks to Austin, the final deliverables exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend his services.
Elizabeth Casatelli
Director of Market & Customer Activation
// Henkel Corporation
June 2024
Working with Austin was a breeze. I never had to worry about timelines, responsiveness, quality, or anything like that. Austin's communication with myself and the client was seamless, and he was always willing to go the extra mile at weird hours to get the job done. The end product was super clean! The client and myself were super impressed with everything he created. I'd highly recommend Austin for any and all creative services as he is well-versed in so many different skills.
Kyle Ejsmont
Project Manager
// Vario Productions
May 2024
Austin and I have collaborated together as we are in a meetup group, and had helped me with several design projects when I have done some independent consulting work. Austin's work is very detail oriented, creative, and succinct. I highly recommend Austin to do marketing and design work if he is needed; he is also very fast and communicative when getting projects done.
Max Korten
Research Coordinator
// Divertical
April 2024

Let’s Talk.

You’re here for a reason. Let’s make something great.

Email Me:
ausmullin.inquiries@gmail.com
Call Me:
(484) 381-0534‬
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