Michael is a designer based in Portland, Oregon—specializing in creating and shaping brands and digital experiences. He's currently working as a Design Director at Instrument.

He can take ideas from concept to build-ready, applying strategic thinking, art direction, and thoughtful storytelling. 

He believes the best work is made possible when collaborating alongside strategists, writers, developers, and clients to 
craft inventive solutions.

EXPERIENCE

Instrument  2019–Present
General Assembly  2018, 2021
Character  2016–2019
Play  2016
DesignStudio  2016
MM  2013–2016
Chen  2013

CLIENTS

Epic Games, Fitbit, Google, Intuitive, Marriott, Microsoft, Netflix, One Medical, Rothy’s, Salesforce, Sonos, Spotify

EDUCATION

BA Graphic Design and Arts Technology,
Illinois State University


Michael Ater © 2024