Dez Wilson is an accomplished creative director and multi-disciplinary visual artist based in Birmingham, Alabama, renowned for his innovative approach to brand storytelling across graphic design, photography, and film. With a music degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, earned on a full scholarship as a proficient percussionist, saxophonist, and pianist, he infuses his visual work with a distinctive rhythmic sensibility. His career includes a pivotal role as Associate Creative Director at Luckie & Co., where he spearheaded projects for clients such as Rivian, Regions Bank, and Southern Research, delivering strategic visual campaigns that amplified brand impact. He also served as Senior Producer for Reckon, a digital media company focused on bold, community-driven journalism in the American South, where he shaped compelling multimedia narratives.
Dez’s extensive background shines through in collaborations with artists like Teddy Riley and Travis Scott, where his skills in graphic design, photography, and film produced standout music videos and branding assets. Independently, he has led projects with AFROPUNK, a global platform celebrating Black culture, and NBA Champion David West, showcasing his ability to craft resonant visuals across diverse creative landscapes. As the founder of 1987 Supply Co., he established a cultural platform that elevated local talent through expertly crafted visuals and sponsorship under a streetwear brand. A career highlight is his role as the creative director for Pynk Beard, the stage persona of country artist Coleridge Tillman, where his photography and video content drove over 12 million organic views across social platforms in 30 days, tied to the launch of Pynk Beard’s debut album, Sugar & Salt. This success exemplifies his talent for creating culturally impactful campaigns.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dez founded the Black Arts Academy, supporting emerging creatives and incarcerated youth by developing a studio and digital arts program at Jefferson County Youth Detention. He is currently pioneering VR and AR technologies to advance education and rehabilitation initiatives. Dez Wilson’s career is a testament to his strategic creativity, leadership, and dedication to social good.
Dez’s extensive background shines through in collaborations with artists like Teddy Riley and Travis Scott, where his skills in graphic design, photography, and film produced standout music videos and branding assets. Independently, he has led projects with AFROPUNK, a global platform celebrating Black culture, and NBA Champion David West, showcasing his ability to craft resonant visuals across diverse creative landscapes. As the founder of 1987 Supply Co., he established a cultural platform that elevated local talent through expertly crafted visuals and sponsorship under a streetwear brand. A career highlight is his role as the creative director for Pynk Beard, the stage persona of country artist Coleridge Tillman, where his photography and video content drove over 12 million organic views across social platforms in 30 days, tied to the launch of Pynk Beard’s debut album, Sugar & Salt. This success exemplifies his talent for creating culturally impactful campaigns.
Beyond his professional achievements, Dez founded the Black Arts Academy, supporting emerging creatives and incarcerated youth by developing a studio and digital arts program at Jefferson County Youth Detention. He is currently pioneering VR and AR technologies to advance education and rehabilitation initiatives. Dez Wilson’s career is a testament to his strategic creativity, leadership, and dedication to social good.
