Rockstar — Darren Martin Jr.

Rockstar — Darren Martin Jr.

Darren Martin Jr. is a strategist, writer, producer and instructor specializing in integrated marketing, media production, and inclusive communications. He is the founder and president of Streamlined Media & Communications (SMC), which houses two divisions: StreamLined and Bold Culture.

StreamLined delivers multicultural communications strategy, media production, and investment across digital and traditional channels, with success in over eight industries. Bold Culture supports media, marketing, advertising, and tech organizations with inclusive workplace policy development, consumer marketing insights, and consulting practices. 

Beyond his leadership roles, Darren serves as a Board Director for the MediaVillage Education Foundation, is on the Ad Council’s Diverse Leaders Council, and contributes to the Advisory Board of Dandi, a DEI analytics platform. He is also a member of the Ad Club of New York,  NAMIC, NABJ, and the NMSDC NY/NJ MBE Input Committee.

Currently pursuing a graduate degree in Media, Culture, and Communication at NYU, Darren’s work reflects his passion for examining the intersections of race, media, and equity. His expertise spans DEIAB, audience development, business analytics, and media investment, with industry focus areas including technology, advertising, healthcare, education, government, and nonprofits.

An alumnus of Morehouse College, Darren combines storytelling, data, and inclusion to create transformative solutions that drive impact for businesses and communitie