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creative director
at gateway church
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about ap
Austin Pennington works at the intersection of brand, culture, product, and experience. His practice focuses on how meaning is built and how people form lasting connections with brands, expressed through systems, campaigns, events, and storytelling.
Working within internal creative teams and in collaboration with agencies, he carries ideas from concept to execution with clarity and intent. His work moves across physical and digital environments, shaped through refinement rather than excess.
For Pennington, simplicity is not the absence of effort but the result of it. Through refinement, the essential is revealed. Originality comes from a deep respect for what has come before, allowing authenticity and meaning to surface.
journey
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Began painting, producing original work for artists across the music industry. Work included pieces for Ty Dolla $ign, A$AP Rocky, 21 Savage, Louis the Child and others.
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Transitioned into apparel, designing custom pieces for NFL players. Work was worn by Justin Simmons, Kareem Jackson, Diontae Spencer, Trent Taylor, and others.
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Joined Vans, then was recruited to The North Face within Global Footwear and Digital Experience. Worked closely under VP of Global Footwear Jean-Marc Djian, leading to a Creative Director role.
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