
Hi, I’m Tommy Seo — an art director in Southern California with more than 20 years of experience bringing together design, motion, photography, and film into one cohesive creative voice.
Throughout my career, I’ve taken pride in being a hands-on creative. I design, animate, shoot, edit, and build. This deep, practical involvement gives me a grounded perspective when shaping visual direction. Whether it’s crafting a brand from scratch or bringing a story to life through motion or imagery, I approach every project with both precision and curiosity.
Outside of work, I’m a car enthusiast and a visual explorer. I’m fascinated by retro futurism — the way past generations imagined the future — and I often draw inspiration from that aesthetic in my personal projects. I also love heading off the grid with a camera in hand, chasing light, design, and unexpected beauty.
I believe the best work starts with a simple hello. Whether it’s a new project, a fresh role, or just a chance to connect, I’m always open to the conversation. Titles may shift — associate creative director, senior art director, director of photography, senior designer — but my approach stays the same: hands-on, curious, and committed to making the vision shine.
Hi, I’m Tommy Seo — an art director in Southern California with more than 20 years of experience bringing together design, motion, photography, and film into one cohesive creative voice.
Throughout my career, I’ve taken pride in being a hands-on creative. I design, animate, shoot, edit, and build. This deep, practical involvement gives me a grounded perspective when shaping visual direction. Whether it’s crafting a brand from scratch or bringing a story to life through motion or imagery, I approach every project with both precision and curiosity.
Outside of work, I’m a car enthusiast and a visual explorer. I’m fascinated by retro futurism — the way past generations imagined the future — and I often draw inspiration from that aesthetic in my personal projects. I also love heading off the grid with a camera in hand, chasing light, design, and unexpected beauty.
I believe the best work starts with a simple hello. Whether it’s a new project, a fresh role, or just a chance to connect, I’m always open to the conversation. Titles may shift — associate creative director, senior art director, director of photography, senior designer — but my approach stays the same: hands-on, curious, and committed to making the vision shine.
Hi, I’m Tommy Seo — an art director in Southern California with more than 20 years of experience bringing together design, motion, photography, and film into one cohesive creative voice.
Throughout my career, I’ve taken pride in being a hands-on creative. I design, animate, shoot, edit, and build. This deep, practical involvement gives me a grounded perspective when shaping visual direction. Whether it’s crafting a brand from scratch or bringing a story to life through motion or imagery, I approach every project with both precision and curiosity.
Outside of work, I’m a car enthusiast and a visual explorer. I’m fascinated by retro futurism — the way past generations imagined the future — and I often draw inspiration from that aesthetic in my personal projects. I also love heading off the grid with a camera in hand, chasing light, design, and unexpected beauty.
I believe the best work starts with a simple hello. Whether it’s a new project, a fresh role, or just a chance to connect, I’m always open to the conversation. Titles may shift — associate creative director, senior art director, director of photography, senior designer — but my approach stays the same: hands-on, curious, and committed to making the vision shine.
Capabilities
Capabilities
Capabilities



Work History & Info
Work History & Info
Work History & Info
EXPERIENCE
EXPERIENCE
Treyarch / Activision
Senior Multimedia Designer / Photographer
Instrument
Treyarch / Activision
Treyarch / Activision
Senior Designer
Senior Multimedia Designer
Senior Multimedia Designer
Currently working across product, brand, and design system projects at Instrument, an integrated digital agency.
2024 - Current
2021 — PRESENT
Full-Time Freelance
Full-Time Freelance
Art Director
Art Director
2024
2021 — PRESENT
Five & Done
Five & Done
Art Director / Director of Photography
Art Director / Director of Photography
2015 - 2023
2021 — PRESENT
Grain & Fade
Grain & Fade
Photographer / Self-Employed
Photographer / Self-Employed
2013-2015
2021 — PRESENT
Guthy-Renker
Guthy-Renker
Senior Graphic Designer
Senior Graphic Designer
2011-2013
2021 — PRESENT
Juxt Interactive
Juxt Interactive
Senior Graphic Designer
Senior Graphic Designer
2008-2010
2021 — PRESENT
Zugara
Zugara
Senior Web / Graphic Designer
Senior Web / Graphic Designer
2007-2008
2021 — PRESENT
Mindflood
Mindflood
Web / Graphic Designer
Web / Graphic Designer
2006-2007
2021 — PRESENT
Big Spaceship
Big Spaceship
Web / Graphic Designer
Web / Graphic Designer
2006
CLIENTS
CLIENTS
Coca Cola, Ubisoft, Toyota, Lexus, Scion, Redbull, Acura, Infiniti, Tacobell, Playboy, Sony Entertainment, Powerade, American Airline, Proactiv, Lego, Warner Brothers, Alpine-USA, Activision
Simon Fraser University
Coca Cola, Scion, Redbull, OfficeMax, Acura, Infiniti, Tacobell, AXE bodySpray, Playboy, Sony Entertainment, Toyota, Lexus, Powerade, American Airline, Proactiv, Lego, Ubisoft, Warner Brothers, Alpine-USA, Activision
Coca Cola, Scion, Redbull, OfficeMax, Acura, Infiniti, Tacobell, AXE bodySpray, Playboy, Sony Entertainment, Toyota, Lexus, Powerade, American Airline, Proactiv, Lego, Ubisoft, Warner Brothers, Alpine-USA, Activision
BA. Interactive Arts and Technology
SINCE 2003
CONTACT INFO
CONTACT INFO