ABOUT ME

Hi, I’m Mag, a multi-disciplinary Art Director with over 10 years of industry experience. I’m a talented and motivated conceptual thinker with a keen eye for detail and creative flair. Problem solving is my favorite pastime.
I love working collaboratively in a team environment but relish in the challenge of working independently. I am eager to learn and I am constantly looking to develop as an artist. I love to laugh and love making others laugh. I have a very relaxed personality but take pride in my thorough approach and strong work ethic. I'm committed to results-
driven design.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design & Art Direction

University of MN Duluth, Fall 2002 - December 2003

University of Newcastle, Australia, February 2002 - December 2002

Bemidji State University, Fall 1998 - Spring 2002
(Associate of Arts Degree)

CURRENT

Freelance Designer, www.maggiekirkwood.art, July 2013 - Present

I engage directly with clients, client representatives and creative partners to ensure a unified, client-centered approach for successful visual solutions. I work within brand and style guidelines to deliver innovative visual solutions that support larger campaign goals. I create specialized assets for use on social media, print advertising and web design.

EXPERIENCE

ART DIRECTOR
Best Buy Corporate Offices, Richfield, MN May 2008 - July 2013

Conceptualized and produced innovative, novel, in-store experiences. Worked hand-in-hand with marketing teams to conceptualize and develop seasonal, cross-channel campaigns that show up on bestbuy.com, in all stores and in our various printed inserts. Created in-store signage, environmental store signage, digital media and fixture designs. 

ART DIRECTOR
Morsekode, Bloomington, MN October 2004 - February 2008 
Developed corporate identities and brands. Concepted and designed print ads and campaigns, collateral, web sites, packaging and environmental graphics/signage. 

For references, please don’t hesitate to ask.