Exhibition and visual direction for museums, institutions, and public-facing experiences
playdeadpixel is the independent design practice of JAC, focused on art direction and visual systems. With nearly 17 years of experience, I work with museums, cultural institutions, and research organizations to shape how complex material is structured and understood across exhibitions, publications, and digital environments.
My focus is on education and academic contexts; translating subjects like science, history, culture, and technology into clear, accessible systems for public audiences. Much of my work centers on interactive digital design systems and touch-based exhibition experiences, where content, interface, and physical space work together seamlessly.
Worked with 50+ Global Institutions
Project Budgets from $50K - $5M+
One-on-One to 50+ person collaborations
Recent Projects
20
25
Lifesavers New Mexico
2025
Branding & Web Design
A locally owned New Mexico medical professional’s website and brand get a complete glow-up. With a refreshed color palette and revitalized identity, this successful online booking platform now shines for esteemed professionals, adults, and babysitters committed to saving lives.
Tara Evonne Trudell for Millicent Rogers Museum
2025
Art Direction, Videography, & Editing
Over the past two years, artist Tara Evonne Trudell has created the first documented list of Palestinians killed in Gaza during the conflict. This painstaking work is brought to life in a hand-typed paper bead installation, made with safety pins, vintage fishnet, and a massive community effort. This follow-up video highlights the project, featuring the profound wisdom of John Trudell.
Select Projects
2018
-2024
