Augustus Rivers Brightman
artist / designer
Multi-disciplinary creative dedicated to bridging the silent conversation between message and audience.
Design is the art of making the invisible visible.
Experience
Offlabel
Freelance Designer
January 2021 - Present
Vermont, United States
- Develop brand strategies and designs for purpose-driven organizations.
- Prioritize design to be simple, suitable, and memorable.
- Simplify complex data into engaging visual narratives.
Beta Technologies
Founding team member
February 2016 - August 2018
Vermont, United States
- Formed the foundation at Beta, working with the CEO as part of the initial two-member team.
- Established brand identity through logo, website, and key collateral, leading creative direction.
- Provided operational leadership, onboarding, managed end-to-end procurement processes and collaborated with manufacturers on aircraft components.
- Drove innovative design, creating eVTOL aircraft simulations and leveraging data for down selection and design improvements.
Brightman
Brand Strategy & Design Consultant
Jan 2002 - Feb 2016
Vermont, United States
- Worked on brand identities and strategies for prominent brands, including Breville and their initial NA expansion.
- Created websites, logos, brochures, audio elements, and pitch decks.
- Facilitated corporate war games, enhancing dialogue and alignment among cross-functional teams.
Excentrus
Co-Founder
Jan 2002 - Oct 2008
Burlington, Vermont, United States
- Led a venture focused on the intersection of design, music, and technology.
- Developed an audio feedback system for movement rehabilitation.
- Designed print and web materials for healthcare, intelligence, and consumer goods.
Mayatek, Inc.
Creative Specialist
Mar 2000 - Jan 2004
Burlington, Vermont, United States
- Maintained the digital presence and designed promotional materials.
- Created product manuals and design elements for muscle stimulation devices.
IBM Global Services
Technical Services Specialist
Dec 1999 - Mar 2000
Essex Junction, Vermont, United States
- On IBM Global Services team tasked with upgrading >2,000 computers during a critical (memorable :)) Y2K period.
- Conducted assessments of hardware, software, and infrastructure to address Y2K vulnerabilities.
Certifications
Google Marketing & E-commerce Professional
Google+Coursera
HubSpot Inbound Marketing
HubSpot Academy
Education
University of Vermont
Bachelor of Arts
Major: Political Science and Middle Eastern Studies
Minor: Religion
Patents
Selectively deployable heated propulsor system
Patent number(s): 11685533, 20210380261, 11124304, 20200031478
Abstract: A selectively deployable heated propulsor system which may be integrated into vehicles, airplanes, or any other machinery configured for flight. The system includes a structural feature that includes a mounted propulsor including a rotor and a motor mechanically coupled to the rotor allowing the rotor to rotate when in an activated mode. The mounted propulsor includes a chamber configured to support a first configuration where the propulsor and the rotor are stowed and heated in an enclosed environment, and a second configuration where the rotor is deployed.
Filed: August 17, 2021
Date of Patent: June 27, 2023
Assignee: BETA AIR, LLC
Inventors: Kyle B. Clark, Martine Rothblatt, Riley Griffin, Augustus Brightman, Steven Arms, Herman Wiegman
Software
Asana
Adobe Creative Suite
Canva
Figma
Final Cut Pro
Logic Pro
Microsoft Project
OnShape
Ableton Live
SketchUp
Slack
Office 360
Design Skills
Brand Identity
Brand Strategy
Web Design (HTML/CSS)
UI/UX
Typography & Lettering
Book Design
Signage
Editorial & Print
Experiental Design
Film & Motion Graphics
Product Design
Packaging Design
Audio/Sound Design
Business Expertise
Marketing and Advertising
Competitive Intelligence
Project Management
Creative Operations
Risk Management
Operations Management
Supply Chain Management
HR Management
