Hi, I’m Kristen Jussila, a multidisciplinary designer and brand strategist who enjoys translating complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals. I’ve built brand systems and marketing assets for galleries, cultural institutions, and global institutes, always aiming to strengthen identity and trust across channels. I’m passionate about collaborating with researchers and artists, mentoring teams, and crafting work that feels human, accessible, and impactful. When I’m not designing, I’m exploring new media and supporting creative communities.…

Kristen Jussila

Hi, I’m Kristen Jussila, a multidisciplinary designer and brand strategist who enjoys translating complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals. I’ve built brand systems and marketing assets for galleries, cultural institutions, and global institutes, always aiming to strengthen identity and trust across channels. I’m passionate about collaborating with researchers and artists, mentoring teams, and crafting work that feels human, accessible, and impactful. When I’m not designing, I’m exploring new media and supporting creative communities.…

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Hi, I’m Kristen Jussila, a multidisciplinary designer and brand strategist who enjoys translating complex ideas into clear, engaging visuals. I’ve built brand systems and marketing assets for galleries, cultural institutions, and global institutes, always aiming to strengthen identity and trust across channels.

I’m passionate about collaborating with researchers and artists, mentoring teams, and crafting work that feels human, accessible, and impactful. When I’m not designing, I’m exploring new media and supporting creative communities.

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English
Fluent

Work Experience

Brand Manager at O’Neill Institute, Georgetown Law
October 1, 2023 - Present
Developed and implemented a comprehensive brand strategy and sub-branding system, strengthening the Institute’s identity across centers and communications. Designed and produced marketing assets across print, email, social, and digital campaigns for a global health policy institute. Applied and refined brand guidelines across reports, events, toolkits, and outreach campaigns as part of ongoing brand evolution. Partnered with researchers and communications leads to translate complex health topics into accessible, trust-building visual content.
Senior Graphic Designer at National Geographic Society
December 1, 2020 - October 1, 2023
Designed integrated marketing campaigns across social media, email, print, and digital platforms reaching global audiences. Produced style guides, renderings, and presentation materials to support brand evolution, project proposals, and executive communications. Supervised design team members, overseeing project prioritization, performance reviews, and adherence to brand standards across departments.
Graphic Designer (contract) at The Pivot Group
June 1, 2020 - November 1, 2020
Designed high-volume campaign assets across digital, print, and social channels under rapid timelines while ensuring accuracy and quality for print production. Maintained consistent brand messaging and visual identity for multiple candidates simultaneously.
Program Director at Cynthia-Reeves Gallery
April 1, 2017 - June 1, 2018
Developed and launched an innovative exhibition program, curating large-scale projects and collaborating directly with artists to transform gallery spaces. Oversaw all aspects of exhibition planning and production, including budgeting, scheduling, hiring, and team management.
Design and Marketing at Cynthia-Reeves Gallery
May 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017
Designed and produced all exhibition materials, such as wall graphics, catalogs, postcards, presentations, and invitations; led email marketing campaigns, organized public events, and executed engagement strategies to boost community involvement and visibility. Managed media relations and updated web content and social media, ensuring brand consistency across platforms.
Gallery Assistant at Cynthia-Reeves Gallery
May 1, 2014 - May 1, 2016
Supported gallery operations and exhibition logistics, assisted with design tasks and communications, and contributed to brand consistency across materials.
Mentor at AIGA SHINE Program
January 1, 2022 - April 1, 2022
Mentored emerging designers through the AIGA SHINE program, providing guidance on career development, portfolio review, and design thinking.
Volunteer at Peace Corps Zambia
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Volunteer supporting community design initiatives and local communications.
Print & Media Designer at Peace Corps Zambia
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Designed print collateral and media materials to support program communications and outreach.
TEDxKeene Communications Intern at TEDxKeene
January 1, 2015 - April 1, 2015
Assisted in communications and event marketing materials for TEDxKeene events.

Education

Industrial Design at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Bachelor of Science at Keene State College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Study Abroad at Cape Town, South Africa
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Industrial Design at Savannah College of Art and Design
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2014
Bachelors of Science in Sustainable Product Design and Innovation at Keene State College
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Government

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