Jeffrey Moss:
A Life in Creative Defiance
Born in 1965 and raised in Maine, Jeffrey Moss was destined for a life outside the ordinary. The son of visionary parents—his father, an inventive genius, and his mother, the powerhouse behind Moss Tents—Jeff grew up amid creativity, innovation, and a spirit of adventure. Recognizing the limits of small-town life, his parents sent him to live with his grandparents in Taiwan at age 10, where he immersed himself in learning ancient brush painting and attending a Chinese school. Moss’ time spent in Taiwan set the stage for a lifelong fascination with global perspectives and design.
Jeff’s education was steeped in the arts, from a Massachusetts boarding school focused on classical art and music to the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, where he studied design. In 1984, he moved to Arizona to master Macintosh computers just as digital design was emerging, launching his career in advertising and branding. By 1985, Jeff was building his reputation as a creative force, serving as Art Director for AT&T and other major companies before founding his own agency.
Over the next 25+ years, Jeff’s vision and fearless approach attracted an extraordinary roster of clients, including Steven Spielberg, Jeffrey Katzenberg, PolyGram Records, Joan Osborne, The Beach Boys, Petsmart, Houston’s Restaurants, and more. His work has earned Addy and Telly awards, industry acclaim, and a reputation for creating immersive, never-seen-before brand experiences that transport customers into new worlds.
A natural connector, Jeff’s journey has been marked by unique adventures and friendships with celebrities, sports legends, creative entrepreneurs, artists, and rock stars. His creative leadership has shaped global brands, top ad agencies, and award-winning campaigns across print, TV, film, digital, and merchandise.
After living in Italy with his wife, Moss and family have landed back in his home town of Camden, Maine. Jeff continues to offer his full suite of creative services as an independent Creative Director/Art Director, bringing world-class vision and experience to clients. His life remains defined by creative defiance, global curiosity, and a relentless drive to turn imagination into reality.