Micah bauer

graphic designer // art director // educator

Hi, my name is Micah. I’m a California-born, Utah-based graphic designer, art director, and educator with over 20 years of experience. I focus primarily on motion and web design, but my work covers nearly every area of graphic and interactive design.

As a designer, I do my best work making complex ideas clear, creating memorable visuals, and crafting intuitive interactive experiences. I approach each project with its intended audience at the center of my design.

I feel it’s important to stay current in design theory and practice as it is essential in this constantly evolving field. Teaching keeps me energized and inspired, and I enjoy helping the next generation of designers build the skills they need for their own careers. 


SELECTED WORK

I believe in the transformative power of design. Whether it’s used to communicate a brand’s core message to its audience or shape the exp

A computer monitor displaying a health journal report with graphs for symptoms like stiffness, pain, and fatigue, and medication adherence tracking.

MODERN JOURNAL

Visual abstract of a DNA strand in purple with the title 'RBM39 Case Study' and the subtitle 'Identifying a novel target with the potential to change the treatment of patients diagnosed with ovarian cancer.' The Recursion logo is in the top right corner.

EAST WEST

MICROPHOBE

MOTION REEL

WHAT CAN I DO FOR YOU?

As I’ve worked on projects over the course of my career I have come to recognize my strengths, these are some that may be valuable to you and your project.

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Convey a cohesive brand identity that communicates your personality and values

Provide functional and intuitive user experiences

Develop compelling visuals to help you differentiate and engage with your audience

Generate engaging touch-points to maintain your active presence in your field


CONTACT

A black and white photo of a workspace with a computer monitor displaying an animal silhouette, a keyboard, a mouse, and potted plants.

Let me know how I can help you. I would love to hear from you.