The Ringer

Freelance work for the website and podcast network. I illustrated sports and pop culture content, and creating portraits and other artwork for podcast branding.

How Austin FC Prepared for Its Debut Season in a Pandemic

The oak tree, a symbol of Austin and the team's logo, represents the team's struggles to get started in a new city.

The Colossal Legacy of Ichiro’s Rookie Season

I used a Japanses woodblock print style to capture Ichiro's larger than life persona, with Mt. Ranier standing in for Mt. Fuji.

Does Tennis Owe Its Players a Living?

I exaggerated the sport's inequality for a story about lower-level tennis players struggling to stay on tour during the pandemic.

What Do We Know About NBA Defense?

A scientific instruction manual style for an essay on advanced NBA defensive statistics.

The Political Donations of NBA Owners Are Not So Progressive

An editorial collage style for this deep-dive on the politics below the surface of the seemingly progressive NBA.

The Jordan VHS Collection

Fun with 90s Michael Jordan-themed VHS tapes.

The Top 25 NBA Players

I used a colorful vector style to capture some NBA stars for this listicle-style article.

LeBron Watch

An illustration/infographic tracking potential destinations for LeBron in free agency, designed to be updated to reflect the latest rumors.

LeBron/Jordan

This article touched on Jordan's lasting legacy in the NBA and LeBron emerging as the next great player following his retirement.

NBA Star Track

I created 5 space-themed portraits for this series about NBA players on the verge of superstardom.

The Packers Cultural Revolution

Optimistic vector propaganda for this article about the Packers turnaround under a new head coach.

We’ll Be Back After This Concussion

I Photoshopped a big brain for this story about NFL announcers learning how to talk about the medical science behind concussions.

Own Goal

An ominous editorial illustration was for the US Men's soccer team missing the World Cup.

Rose Lavelle

Capturing the joy of soccer star Rose Levelle celebrating a big goal.

Soprano-Con

A fun portrait for an article about a Sopranos fan convention.

The Enduring Legacy of ‘RollerCoaster Tycoon’

Combining a retro gaming-inspired polygon style with a sense of height and depth was a fun challenge for this essay on the popular computer game.

What's Next for the Game of Thrones Extended Universe

As the series ended I illustrated this group of characters navigating a dark dungeon to hint at the uncertain future of spinoffs and prequels.

The Vapors

I illustrated a free book excerpt about a forgotten Arkansas casino. I read a chapter of the unreleased book and was inspired by this scene with a mysterious man at the craps table and woman watching from the bar.

Hitting the Wall

This article profiled an Olympic swimmer who lost on a controversial decision, and the ongoing investigation he can't escape.

Bill Simmons

I made this portrait of The Ringer's founder for his flagship podcast brand.

Ryen Russillo

I used a similar style for another popular sports podcaster.

Winging It With Vince Carter

This silhouette of one of his iconic dunks was part of the brand for Vince's podcast.

Sports Cards Nonsense

I made a hectic pile of vintage-inspired cards for this podcast about the sports card collecting market.

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Michael Weinstein

I’m a designer living in Cambridge, MA. I currently work at Blink as a Principal UX Designer, working on user-centered product design, design systems projects, envisioning design, and other UX/UI projects. I also enjoy working on branding, illustration, and graphic design. I’ve worked with clients like NASA, The New York Times, Amazon, HP, and ESPN.

I sometimes do freelance work, email me to talk about a project.