Hi, I am Michael Barton

I'm a Strategic Communications Leader and Multimedia Specialist with 20 years of experience managing high-impact visual content, public affairs operations, and live event coverage in high-security environments.
I'm passionate about providing solutions to your creative problem.

ABOUT ME

ABOUT ME

Hi There! I'm Michael Barton

Creative Problem Solver

I'm a Navy veteran designer, blending 20 years of military precision with a passion for bold, effective storytelling through design.

Skill Set

Skill Set

Vector & Raster Art

Very fluent in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to create clean vector logos, icons, and detailed raster artwork for print and digital media.

Traditional Art

Experienced with pencil, ink, and mixed media to build traditional artwork that complements digital design workflows.

3D Design & Printing

Create functional 3D models using software like Nomad and Fusion 360. Experienced with 3D printing for prototypes and custom builds.

Page Layout & Printing

Specialize in multi-page layouts for magazines, brochures, and reports. Skilled in Adobe InDesign and pre-press preparation.

Audio Video Production

Manage full-cycle video production including scripting, filming, editing, and post-production using Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.

MultiMedia

End-to-end multimedia capabilities including graphics, video, photography, and animation for integrated campaigns.

RESUME

RESUME

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Experience

Creative Director / Project Manager / A/V Engineer

Jan 2022 - Present

Washington D.C.

Defense Information Systems Agency, Lead visual and multimedia communication support for the President, Vice President, and senior White House officials under Top Secret/SCI clearance protocols.

Instructor / Lead Instructor / Master Training Specialist

Nov 2017 - December 2021

Fort Meade, Maryland

Defense Information School, Delivered multimedia and public affairs training to over 1200 military and federal students, earning recognition as Instructor of the Year.

Public Affairs Officer / Social Media Manager / Content Creator

Jan 2014 - Oct 2017

Gulfport, Mississippi

Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 11, Developed and executed internal/external public affairs plans during deployments across 5 global Combatant Command Areas of responsibilities.

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Education

Bachelor of Art

2021 - 2025

University of Maryland, Global Campus

Focused on digital design, strategic communication, and user-centered visual storytelling. Relevant coursework: Typography, Web Design, and Branding.

Associates of Arts

2021 - 2025

University of Maryland, Global Campus

Foundation in communication design and visual literacy, preparing for advanced work in multimedia and digital publishing.

Master Training Specialist

2019

Defense Information School

Recognized for excellence in instructional delivery and curriculum development while training military public affairs specialists.

PORTFOLIOS

PORTFOLIOS

CONTACT ME

CONTACT ME

Lets work together

Contact Info

Ready to collaborate on your next project? Whether you need design leadership or hands-on creative execution, let’s connect.

Phone

410-429-0511
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