Alex Swart (rhymes with art) is the Executive Creative Director of SwartAd, the eponymous marketing design firm he co-founded in 1996. In this role, he creates branding and advertising campaigns for news and entertainment and. Recognized with numerous marketing and design awards, Alex has designed key art for motion pictures and television, including numerous Oscar® and Best Picture posters.

In the academic space, Alex writes advertising design curriculum and teaches at California State University, Northridge. He holds a B.A. degree in Visual Arts/Studio from the University of California, San Diego and a M. A. degree in Television (Film emphasis) from San Diego State University.

He serves on the Board of the Netherland-America Foundation/SoCal Chapter and is a member of the Television Academy. Alex’s college experience began at a community college and he is therefore honored to serve on the Board of the LACC Foundation.