DAVID 2.0
Futurist. Founder. Conductor.
I'm an interdisciplinary creative, brand strategist, musician, and human-centered AI practitioner with 20+ years of experience in digital media, visual storytelling, and creative production.
As founder of Futureverse Studios™, I help artists, entrepreneurs, and mission-driven organizations transform ambitious ideas into recognizable brands, compelling experiences, and sustainable creative ecosystems.
My work bridges traditional creative craftsmanship with emerging technology, combining design, storytelling, strategy, and AI-integrated workflows to create meaningful cultural impact.
The Futureverse™ represents the convergence of my professional experience, creative philosophy, and lifelong commitment to helping people Create the Future.™
/// EXPERIENCE
FUTUREVERSE STUDIOS
Creative Consultant (Self-Employed)
(2005 - Present)
Futureverse Studios™ is an independent creative studio specializing in brand strategy, creative direction, multimedia production, original intellectual property, and human-centered AI storytelling.
With more than two decades of interdisciplinary experience, I lead projects from concept development through design, production, and digital distribution. My work spans print and digital media, visual identity systems, music production, social content strategy, and emerging AI-integrated creative workflows.
My approach combines human creativity, emotional intelligence, and emerging technology to help organizations develop distinctive brand identities, communicate complex ideas, and build scalable creative systems.
Selected collaborations and creative experience include Poetic Justice (501c3), Nureau Ink, Battery Records (Sony/BMG), and the Jacobs Center for Neighborhood Innovation.
/// SKILLS
Creative Leadership & Strategy: Creative direction, brand strategy, visual storytelling, creative concept development, and intellectual property development.
Digital Media & Production: Graphic design, print production, digital content creation, multimedia design, music production, and video editing.
Human-Centered AI: Generative AI workflows, AI-assisted content development, creative automation, prompt engineering, and human-centered creative systems.
Digital Marketing & Storytelling: Social media strategy, organic content development, SEO, brand messaging, and audience engagement.
Technology & Creative Tools: Adobe Creative Cloud, AI-powered creative platforms, content management systems, and digital publishing workflows.
Collaboration & Leadership: Creative project management, interdisciplinary collaboration, community engagement, mentorship, and creative culture development.
/// EDUCATION
Digital Marketing, Prince George's Community College (2026 - Present)
Digital Media Design, San Diego Community College District (2023)
Certified Life Coach, Tony Gaskins Academy (2015)
Interactive Media Print Design, San Diego Community College District (2007)
Commercial Art & Choral Ensemble, San Diego School of Creative & Performing Arts (2001)
/// AFFILIATIONS
Creative Culture Director, VIBE Church Revival (2025 - Present)
Recording Activist/Delegate, Nureau Ink (2003 - Present)
Actor/Performer, Theatre Noir (2000 - 2003)
Portfolio Samples
01 | Identity Logo
From B.Slade's retro-inspired lightning bolt to COJCA's stained-glass window emblem, these visual identities blend symbolism, cultural relevance, and distinctive design to create memorable brand marks.
02 | Merch Design
The Scholarly Sewist™ · The Futureverse™
From The Scholarly Sewist's ResearcHER sweatshirt campaign to The Futureverse's signature Infinity hoodies, these designs transform meaningful ideas into wearable statements of identity, purpose, and creative culture.
03 | Digital Covers
The Peculiar People · DAVID 2.0
Cover artwork and promotional visuals for The Peculiar People’s Out The Box 2 and DAVID 2.0’s Revival, connecting music, visual storytelling, and artist identity through compelling creative direction.