Design & Technology Portfolio
Exploring the intersection of design, technology, and AI-Driven storytelling
About Me
I am Zachary Thomas, a student at The University of Texas at Dallas pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication with a minor in Marketing. My academic and professional interests focus on the integration of artificial intelligence, design, and marketing to create purposeful and data-informed digital experiences.
My recent work includes SiplyYou, an AI-powered beverage app and marketing campaign developed as part of my senior capstone project. The project emphasizes user personalization, brand identity, and digital engagement strategies for local cafés. In addition, I have created 3D visual projects such as CJ’s Bistro, which explore texture, lighting, and environmental storytelling within digital design.
I am passionate about connecting creative strategy and emerging technology to enhance how people interact with digital media. My experience spans AI tools, marketing design, and multimedia production, enabling me to adapt across both technical and creative environments.
Featured Projects
SiplyYou – AI-Powered Beverage Experience
Description:
Capstone project developing an AI-powered beverage app and marketing campaign that personalizes drink recommendations from local cafés based on user preferences and engagement data. Designed a full brand identity, app mockups, and promotional materials using AI tools and creative software. If you’d like a more indepth overview, feel free to contact me for it.
Role: Lead Designer & Marketing Strategist
Tools: Uizard, Runway, VEED.io, Canva, Milanote, QR.io, Figma
Dr. Capsule – Interactive Narrative Game Concept
Description:
Concept design for a first-person sci-fi exploration game set inside the human body. Players navigate microscopic environments using survival mechanics and narrative discovery to uncover biological mysteries.
Role: Writer & Game Designer
Tools: Figma (concept board), Sora (visual tests), Milanote
CJ’s Bistro – 3D Environment Design
Description:
3D environment and texturing project focusing on realistic lighting, surface detail, and atmosphere. Created a detailed café scene with props including a signage element to demonstrate environment storytelling and design realism.
Role: 3D Artist & Texture Designer
Tools: Adobe Designer, Adobe Painter, Unreal Engine
Marketing Internship Campaigns – Vision Looky Optical
Description:
Developed promotional flyers and outreach materials for community partnerships at a local optical clinic. Supported school and business engagement campaigns through targeted print and social content.
Role: Marketing Intern
Tools: Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, AI Image Tools, Synthesia