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Meet Jarod

Jarod Octon, when he was little boy, holding two of his dinosaur drawings. One drawing was awarded a third place ribbon and the other has a participant ribbon. These drawings were submitted to the Holtville Carrot Festival.

Hi there, I'm Jarod Octon, an illustrator, designer and art director who is passionate about creating eye-catching works that inspire and capture the imagination. With years of industry experience, I have developed a unique perspective that allows me to approach each assignment with creativity and enthusiasm. My childhood love for pop culture from the late 80s and early 90s has greatly influenced my work, and I find myself constantly exploring the past for forgotten sources of inspiration. As a family man with a wonderful wife named Natasha and a young son named Orion, I am constantly discovering new ways to view the world through my child's eyes, which in turn influences my art. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies and listening to my favorite hip-hop records, as well as skateboarding at the local park.

skills to
pay the bills

An astronaut illustration split into sections that showcase the initial concept sketch, vector outlines and final art.

  • I bring ideas to life with vibrant colors, clean shapes and bold lines. Whether you need a custom character or an epic scene, I'll make sure your message is conveyed in the most visually engaging way possible.

  • I specialize in creating eye-catching visuals for a wide range of applications, including packaging, marketing collateral, swag, album art, editorial layouts, and web graphics. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for design, I'll bring your vision to life and help you stand out from the competition.

  • As an art director with a proven track record of working collaboratively with other creatives, I excel at bringing visual concepts to life. With my expertise in concept development, design execution, and attention to detail, I will guide you through every step of the creative process to ensure your vision is fully realized. Let's work together to create a visually stunning final product that captures your unique perspective.

  • Your brand is more than just a logo. It's a story that connects with your audience on an emotional level. Let me help you tell that story with my branding expertise, from color palettes to messaging to visual identity.

  • Along with my illustration services, I offer motion graphics that can help bring your ideas to life. Whether you need animated gifs or kinetic typography, I can either animate the designs myself or work with an animator to create dynamic visuals that will give your content an extra edge.

“I always enjoy working with Jarod. Not only are his illustration skills world-class, but he’s a creative force who can take an idea and turn it into a fully realized reality, exceeding the vision and sweating every last detail along the way.”

— Gareth Wilson, Growth Lead, Command Bar