Senior Brand Designer & Art Director
Trent Martens
Victoria, BC
Canada
From concept to launch—I help brands bring strategy to life through identity, campaigns, and digital experiences.
Recent Work
Big brand experience, with a side of startup street smarts.
Agency trained, startup tested. I've worked with household brands and scrappy startups alike — the challenges are different, but good design solves problems at any scale.
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote
"Having spent almost half of my 20+ year career working closely with Trent, I can honestly say that he's one of the most talented creative professionals I've ever known. He's a true team player, with an amazing ability to bring out the best work in others. Trent has made me understand that there's so much more to the creative process than the ability to make things look, which he also happens to be so very good at. If you ever have a chance to work with Trent, jump on it!
Rob Howard
Brand Strategist
"Trent helped shape Givva’s brand and visual identity from the ground up, striking a rare balance between emotional warmth and functional trust. He captured the joy, care, and human nuance of gift-giving while building a system that also signals reliability and precision—critical for handling life’s meaningful moments and the money tied to them."
Rashmi Sudan
CEO - Givva
"Trent's numerous talents range from creative and art direction, client service, to strategic insight and planning. He can always be counted on to bring ideas and solutions that are unexpected. He has a curious and inquisitive mind and I can't recommend him highly enough.”
Joel Goldberg
Sr. UX Architect Critical Mass
“I've worked with Trent on multiple projects over the past decade. On each occasion Trent has surpassed my expectations with the quality of his work and professionalism. He has nailed it on logo development & brand creation. I'm looking forward to working with Trent on new projects soon.”
Ryan Shantz
CEO - SumoQuote