Crafting work that moves people.
John Worthington is a creative storyteller driven by work that connects people—through art direction, film, and social innovation. He’s led teams on award-winning campaigns, designed the first suicide prevention course on Instagram, and taught students how to bring ideas to life through video. He believes strategy and storytelling can spark genuine human impact.
If you have any projects, collaborations, or just want to say hi, please send a message to johnworth.art@gmail.com
Work Experience
Art Director and Filmmaker (Sep 2025 – Present)
FREELANCE – Salt Lake City, UT
Building a freelance creative practice focused on art direction, filmmaking, and brand storytelling.
Senior Art Director (Jul 2022 – Sep 2025)
BONCOM – Salt Lake City, UT
Led creative teams on award-winning campaigns for clients including the National Air and Space Museum, 988 Utah, and the Utah Department of Public Safety; produced campaigns that engaged diverse audiences across multiple platforms.
Art Director (Apr 2019 – Jul 2022)
BONCOM – Salt Lake City, UT
Developed the world’s first Instagram-based suicide prevention course, reaching 10,000+ participants in 72 hours and inspiring adoption by multiple states, the National Guard, and the Trevor Project.
Art Director (Jun 2017 – Apr 2019)
FREELANCE – Remote
Partnered with clients to develop brand identities, visual systems, and messaging frameworks.
Art Director (Jun 2017 – Nov 2018)
YOUNG & LARAMORE – Indianapolis, IN
Contributed as part of the creative team that secured the Speedway account of record; developed campaigns ensuring all creative work aligned with brand objectives.
Lead Videographer (Jul 2013 – Jun 2015)
SOUTHERN VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY – Buena Vista, VA
Built the first Lead Videographer role in the communications department, leading a small team to produce all video content, including a university spot with Orson Scott Card for the Ender’s Game movie premiere.
Instructor (Aug 2014 – May 2015)
SOUTHERN VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY – Buena Vista, VA
Created and taught a comprehensive video production course, guiding students through concept development, filming, and editing techniques.
Education
M.S. Branding & Identity, Art Direction
BRANDCENTER at VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY
B.A. Liberal Arts, Minor in Art
SOUTHERN VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY
Awards
AAF District Silver Award x2
AAF Utah Gold Award x11
AAF Utah Silver Award x11
AAF Utah Judge’s Choice Award x2
Social Media Marketing Awards x2
Utah Business – Sales & Marketers of the Year Award
Skills
Creative Direction
Art Direction
Concept Development
Behavioral Psychology
Film Production
Storytelling
Branding & Identity
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