About Me

Creative Designer with a Passion for Visual Storytelling

Who I Am
It’s a pleasure to meet you! My name is Annika “Nix” Thomas, and I am a self-taught designer, creative strategist, and the founder of Phoenixborn Creations.

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Supervision and Management, and I’m currently based in Jacksonville, Florida.

Outside of running Phoenixborn Creations, I volunteer my time as an Adobe Community Expert to continue helping new and established users of the Adobe Creative Cloud Suite. Additionally, I produce graphic design educational webinars and speak on multiple topics that emphasize my passion for visual storytelling, branding, and empowering others through design.

From Passion to Purpose

Phoenixborn Creations was born from my love for design and storytelling. Officially established in 2019, we’ve come a long way from just simple art commissions for Dungeons and Dragons. Now we build entire brands from scratch and help companies achieve their marketing goals and creative visions.

A note from the Founder: I’ve always believed that creativity is a powerful force for connection and change. Whether it’s helping businesses stand out with striking branding or crafting imaginative visual content, we at Phoenixborn Creations always aim to bring ideas to life with clarity and impact.

Services & Expertise

  • Creative Direction
  • Brand Identity Design
  • Visual Storytelling
  • Content Strategy
  • Digital Illustration
  • Art Direction
  • AI-Assisted Design
  • Concept Development
  • UX/UI Beta Testing and User Feedback

Where I’m Headed

My dream? To take the Adobe MAX stage as a keynote speaker and share my journey with the world. As a passionate advocate for creative freedom and self-taught designers, I want to inspire others to follow their path—regardless of background or formal education. I also aim to be a regular speaker at CreativePro Week, and educate people at graphic design conferences around the world. If you have an opportunity that needs to be filled, please reach out!

[Let’s Connect]
If you’re looking for a creative partner or just want to connect with a like-minded designer, let’s chat.
Email: [nix@phoenixborncreations.com]
Instagram: [@phoenixborncreations]
LinkedIn: [ https://www.linkedin.com/in/annika-thomas-7358252b0/ ]

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Skills & Expertise

Brand Identity

Creating cohesive visual systems that communicate brand values and personality.

UI/UX Design

Designing intuitive and engaging user interfaces for web and mobile applications.

Print Design

Developing effective print materials from business cards to large format displays.

Digital Illustration

Creating custom illustrations and graphics for various design applications.

Motion Graphics

Designing animated elements that bring static designs to life.

Responsive Web Design

Building designs that work seamlessly across all device sizes.

Experience

2021 - Present

Senior Graphic Designer

at Creative Studio X

Lead designer for major brand clients, managing projects from concept to completion and mentoring junior designers.

2018 - 2021

UI/UX Designer

at Tech Innovations Inc.

Designed user interfaces for web and mobile applications, collaborating with development teams to ensure seamless implementation.

2016 - 2018

Graphic Designer

at Marketing Agency Y

Created visual assets for print and digital campaigns, working closely with the marketing team to achieve client objectives.