^{Thomas Zartler}

Creative Strategy Architect | Innovation Consultant | Brand Partner
West Chester, PA

Professional Summary

 

Thomas Zartler is a purpose-driven creative and innovation strategist with a rare blend of philosophical insight, technical mastery, and hands-on execution. Decades of experience across media production, product design, construction, and electric motorbike innovation. I partner with mission-aligned brands to bring meaningful ideas to life — from abstract strategy to physical product. A visionary builder and systems thinker who delivers exceptional outcomes through deliberate, high-functioning creativity.

 

Core Competencies

 

• Strategic Product Development
• Brand Identity & Experience Design
• Human-Centered Design Thinking
• Architectural Design-Build Services
• Creative Direction & Media Production
• Electric Motorbike Parts Design (ONYX)
• Philosophical Consulting & Facilitation
• Client-Centric Innovation Execution

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selected Ventures & Roles

 

 

Founder & Creative Lead — Z‑Creations
2022–Present | West Chester, PA

 

• Design and manufacture aftermarket parts for ONYX Motorbikes, including custom enclosures, fairings, fenders, and internal structural upgrades

• Collaborate directly with community leaders and ONYX HQ to develop high-impact performance accessories

• Built a trusted brand identity, design index, and e-commerce store with strong community retention

• Drive innovation in 3D-printable solutions, product naming, and visual storytelling

• Recreate obsolete components through reverse‑engineering, modernizing them for private-sector applications

 

Founder & Principal Designer — Thomas Zartler Contracting, LLC
2015–Present | West Chester, PA

 

• Deliver architecturally integrated renovations and creative design-build solutions

• Specialize in turning client vision into tangible results through close consultation, technical design, and execution

• Focus on craftsmanship, structural problem-solving, and aesthetic alignment

• Known for precision builds, client education, and high-touch service

 

Studio Engineer & Creative Director — Woodcrest Studio
2003–2015 | Philadelphia Metro Area

 

• Produced and engineered musical projects from indie to commercial-grade releases

• Directed creative storytelling, managed live tracking environments, and led visual branding

• Built a reputation for cross-functional technical fluency and intuitive client rapport

 

Freelance Videographer & Photographer
2000–2015 | Nationwide

 

• Directed and shot narrative media for events, brands, and personal commissions

• Delivered web and print-ready visual assets for marketing and storytelling

• Known for compositional style, emotional resonance, and fast post-production pipelines

 

Team Leadership Facilitator — Lehigh University, TLC
1998–2005 | Bethlehem, PA

• Led leadership development programs for corporate and student groups

• Facilitated experiences that broke down cultural and personal barriers

• Infused philosophical frameworks into experiential learning and group dynamics

 

Education & Lifelong Study

• Independent Study in Philosophy, Design, and Systems Thinking
• Lifelong pursuit of applied philosophy, intentional living, creative problem solving, and interdisciplinary innovation

 

 

 

 

Selected Projects & Contributions

 

Valmobile Electrification Kit (2025)
Lead Project Manager & Technical Designer

 

• Directed full‑lifecycle project from concept to showcase: selecting motor and battery systems, programming controllers, designing bespoke enclosures and wiring harnesses, and overseeing manufacturing and assembly

• Managed scheduling, vendor coordination, QA, and logistics to meet event deadlines

• Showcased at Electrify Expo NYC – Nassau Collegium, gaining brand visibility and audience engagement

• Established systems for future modular production runs, with an emphasis on quality, repeatability, and brand cohesion

 

High‑End Construction & Renovation Portfolio (2015–Present)
Founder & Principal Designer / Project Director

• Led full-spectrum project management from conceptual design to on-site execution across residential and commercial builds

• Coordinated trades, managed permitting, created custom CAD layouts, and ensured high-touch client collaboration

• Delivered durable, aesthetic solutions through efficient planning and creative problem-solving

• Gallery of work and job-site progression publicly shared via Facebook Construction Gallery

 

Z‑Creations: Aftermarket Motorbike Parts Line (2022-Present)
Creative & Operations Director

• Developed original parts for the ONYX Motorbikes community, including fenders, fairings, internal structural solutions, and electronics integration

• Oversaw CAD prototyping, production sourcing, customer support, and marketing visuals

• Built a respected brand within a niche market, driven by product performance, creative branding, and tight community feedback loops

 

Media Production & Creative Direction (2000–2015)
Studio Engineer, Videographer & Photographer

• Managed and executed complex media pipelines for musical artists, brands, and events

• Provided creative direction, technical support, and visual storytelling to elevate client narratives

• Delivered hundreds of finished works for broadcast, web, and live environments

 

Leadership Facilitation & Systems Thinking (1998–2005)
Team Leadership Facilitator – Lehigh University, TLC

 

• Delivered transformational group leadership experiences built on philosophical frameworks and action-based learning

• Specialized in bridging cultural divides, improving interpersonal communication, and building cohesion in high-functioning teams

 

Mentorship in Entrepreneurship & Self-Mastery (Ongoing)

 

• Actively mentor emerging creators, tradespeople, and entrepreneurs in areas of business formation, design thinking, financial strategy, and life architecture

• Blend practical systems with philosophical grounding to help others lead more intentional, productive, and authentic lives

• Known for simplifying complex decisions, coaching toward meaningful outcomes, and helping individuals reframe internal narratives into executable strategies

 

 

 

Let's Collaborate

I’m currently seeking visionary brand partnerships, high-impact collaborations, and consulting opportunities where design, purpose, and precision meet. Let's build something deliberate.