I am an experienced creative professional who thrives on leading multidisciplinary teams through the entire creative process—from concept development to execution—across digital, print, and campaign projects. I take pride in delivering thoughtful, strategic, and brand-aligned creative solutions that engage audiences and support organizational goals. I enjoy mentoring and collaborating with designers, writers, photographers, and other creatives, fostering an environment of curiosity and growth. With a strong background in editorial design, illustration, and digital communications, I continuously seek smart visual solutions that inspire and deliver measurable results.

Becky Sehenuk Waite

I am an experienced creative professional who thrives on leading multidisciplinary teams through the entire creative process—from concept development to execution—across digital, print, and campaign projects. I take pride in delivering thoughtful, strategic, and brand-aligned creative solutions that engage audiences and support organizational goals. I enjoy mentoring and collaborating with designers, writers, photographers, and other creatives, fostering an environment of curiosity and growth. With a strong background in editorial design, illustration, and digital communications, I continuously seek smart visual solutions that inspire and deliver measurable results.

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I am an experienced creative professional who thrives on leading multidisciplinary teams through the entire creative process—from concept development to execution—across digital, print, and campaign projects. I take pride in delivering thoughtful, strategic, and brand-aligned creative solutions that engage audiences and support organizational goals.

I enjoy mentoring and collaborating with designers, writers, photographers, and other creatives, fostering an environment of curiosity and growth. With a strong background in editorial design, illustration, and digital communications, I continuously seek smart visual solutions that inspire and deliver measurable results.

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Work Experience

Associate Creative Director at University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
January 1, 2022 - Present
Lead multidisciplinary creative teams through concept to execution across digital, print, and campaign work. Provide hands-on art direction, creative mentorship, and project oversight to designers, writers, photographers, videographers, and cross-functional partners. Ensure creative output is thoughtful, on-brand, and strategically sound across all platforms. Act as a creative problem-solver helping teams find visual solutions that drive engagement and deliver results. Played a key role in developing LSA Magazine, contributing editorial design, custom illustration, and promotional content.
Multimedia Designer at University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
January 1, 2022 - August 23, 2025
Collaborated with designers, social media experts, writers, and project managers to deliver effective communication deliverables supporting the college's mission. Worked with diverse units across the college to develop creative briefs, present design concepts, and execute designs digitally and in print.
Online Faculty – School of Graphic Design at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2023 - August 23, 2025
Taught multiple online courses in visual communication design focusing on the entire creative process from ideation to execution. Delivered curriculum on typography theory, history, and application while fostering an inclusive learning environment encouraging curiosity and creative growth.
Graphic Designer at LinkedIn
January 1, 2017 - August 23, 2025
Provided graphic design solutions for digital content across multiple platforms, specializing in custom illustration, iconography, and brand systems. Supported new creative initiatives for LinkedIn products and presented design concepts across departments. Art directed photo shoots for online learning.
Director of Digital Communications at Joni and Friends
January 1, 2016 - August 23, 2025
Led a team of designers, developers, and strategists to implement digital plans across platforms. Created integrated digital communications strategies uniting multiple departments and 24 field offices. Delivered graphic design solutions from concept to completion and managed vendors, printers, and contractors for digital and print projects.

Education

Master of Fine Arts: Graphic Design at Academy of Art University
February 3, 2009 - May 27, 2015
MFA Graphic Design at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
BA Sociology & Art at California Lutheran University
January 1, 2003 - December 31, 2003

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Industry Experience

Education, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment