EXPERIENCE

2013 to 2015: Art Director : TracyLocke

Accounts: Samsung, 7Eleven, T-Mobile

While working with demanding deadlines, I provide steady and innovative concept work, art direction and graphic design to our teams. As someone who whole-heartedly believes in teamwork, I have gained the opportunity to work on a variety of material ranging from digital design, traditional print messaging campaigns, television and retail learning tools. I have led the art direction of several high-profile national accounts including Samsung, T-Mobile and 7 Eleven, all while remaining upbeat and eager to attack the next creative challenge.

2009 to 2011: Production Artist : Swanson Russell

Accounts: Purina House Feed, Internet Schering Plough Animal Health, Creighton University Medical Center, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska, USC University Hospital, Wolfe Eye Clinic

As a production artist, I worked to serve outside my role and support graphic designers and art directors on several national campaigns including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Creighton University Medical Center, Intervet Schering Plough Animal Health and Purina Horse Feeds.

EDUCATION

2011 - 2013: University of Texas - Austin Graduate School - Texas Creative Program

As a graduate student in one of the nation’s leading advertising colleges, I worked hard to improve my craft and knowledge in the field of  creative advertising. I gained invaluable experience in concept work, typography, photography and illustration while advancing through the rigorous portfolio program. In conjunction with my dedication to the creative program at UT Austin, I studied intense marketing strategy and financial profitability courses to better serve my understanding of advertising in the full spectrum.

2004 - 2009: University of Nebraska - Omaha - Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, specializing in Public Relations / Advertising with significant course work in Foreign Languages and Marketing

In the course of my undergraduate degree from the University of Nebraska - Omaha, I was involved in a large number of extracurricular activities, including serving as President of the “Chapter of the Year” winning PRSSA club and a member of the Vice Chancellor's Leadership Council, all while maintaining my studies and being placed on the Dean’s list on numerous occasions.

heather.knudson@gmail.com