Hi, I am Kieran “Beetle" Robinson, a multi-disciplinary designer and illustrator based in Helena, Montana. I earned a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts in 2025 and I enjoy blending visual storytelling with social impact, creating Indigenous and LGBTQ+ inclusive artwork and merch. My work spans branding, pamphlet art, storyboarding, and digital art for education and community projects. I am passionate about thoughtful designs and collaborating with communities and brands to highlight underrepresented voices. My portfolio website is _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Kieran Beetle Robinson

Hi, I am Kieran “Beetle" Robinson, a multi-disciplinary designer and illustrator based in Helena, Montana. I earned a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts in 2025 and I enjoy blending visual storytelling with social impact, creating Indigenous and LGBTQ+ inclusive artwork and merch. My work spans branding, pamphlet art, storyboarding, and digital art for education and community projects. I am passionate about thoughtful designs and collaborating with communities and brands to highlight underrepresented voices. My portfolio website is _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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Hi, I am Kieran “Beetle" Robinson, a multi-disciplinary designer and illustrator based in Helena, Montana. I earned a BFA in Illustration from California College of the Arts in 2025 and I enjoy blending visual storytelling with social impact, creating Indigenous and LGBTQ+ inclusive artwork and merch.

My work spans branding, pamphlet art, storyboarding, and digital art for education and community projects. I am passionate about thoughtful designs and collaborating with communities and brands to highlight underrepresented voices.

My portfolio website is Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Product Designer at SAGE & OATS TRADING POST
June 1, 2021 - Present
Designed Indigenous and LGBTQ+ sticker and shirt designs using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Procreate to raise awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Western Native Voice, and Water is Life movements. Collaborated with owners and third parties to align designs with brand and policy, reviewed pricing, and allocated a portion of profits to allied organizations. Created exclusive Sage & Oats apparel graphics, coordinated with printers to ensure print quality, and painted window artworks for local events such as Helena Art Walk and Helena Pride to celebrate Indigenous and LGBTQ+ communities in Montana.
Merchandise Specialist at California College of the Arts
February 1, 2025 - May 1, 2025
Designed detailed artworks for apparel using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and Procreate, coordinating with Marketing and Communications staff and Business and Operating to review designs. Maintained vendor relationships (Camputee and ARCH Art Supplies) to produce 200 merchandise items. Assisted in marketing designs (image/video social posts, posters for merch drops), and aligned designs with the university brand toolkit. Participated in pricing reviews and supported back-end invoice processing and revenue collection.
Storyboard Artist and Illustrator at RLMG
January 1, 2025 - Present
Translated scripts into thumbnails, roughs, and storyboards that depicted sequence requirements. Created storyboard and layered illustrations designed for animation for educational videos for a museum, collaborating with team to meet deadlines and incorporate suggested edits.
Illustrator at Alcoholics Anonymous World Services
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Crafted cover illustration for 'Indigenous People in A.A.' pamphlet using Procreate and Adobe Illustrator for global distribution; collaborated with Managing Editor and U.S. Indigenous committee to refine the design to fit the organization’s vision and brand.
Graphic Designer at YWCA Helena
January 1, 2025 - Present
Designed a graphical logo for the Rise and Shine Benefit Breakfast, coordinating with the Director of Communications to maintain brand style and vision for the event.
Illustrator at MONTANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION (MTCF)
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024
Illustrated and iterated on a logo for the Indigenous Student Rapid Assistance Fund, a quick two-month process, aligning with the Foundation’s brand.
Illustrator at CASA-CAN
February 14, 2021 - April 8, 2021
Illustrated sticker design representing the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) importance, ensuring alignment with CASA- CAN values.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration, Minor in Computational Practices and Visual Development at California College of the Arts
August 30, 2021 - May 12, 2025

Qualifications

Creative Achievement Award
August 30, 2021 - May 12, 2025
Diversity in Design Scholarship
August 30, 2021 - May 12, 2025
Design Dean’s List
August 28, 2023 - May 12, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Retail

Skills

Experience Level