Hello! I’m Karen Mitchell, a branding and design leader with extensive experience building iconic brands across packaging, advertising, and digital experiences. I’ve collaborated with clients like McDonald’s, Coca‑Cola, Kellogg’s, Disney, Target, and Walmart to craft strong brand identities, packaging, and shopper marketing campaigns. AND COOKIES!!!! that's my middle name! I’ve held roles from design manager to creative director, steering concept development, branding, and production—from identity systems to web platforms, social marketing, and POS—delivering integrated campaigns that have successfully moved brands forward. Now, as a freelance designer, I wear many hats and love working with new and interesting clients and "Food and Fun" is my subtext, always!

Karen Mitchell

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Hello! I’m Karen Mitchell, a branding and design leader with extensive experience building iconic brands across packaging, advertising, and digital experiences. I’ve collaborated with clients like McDonald’s, Coca‑Cola, Kellogg’s, Disney, Target, and Walmart to craft strong brand identities, packaging, and shopper marketing campaigns. AND COOKIES!!!! that's my middle name! I’ve held roles from design manager to creative director, steering concept development, branding, and production—from identity systems to web platforms, social marketing, and POS—delivering integrated campaigns that have successfully moved brands forward. Now, as a freelance designer, I wear many hats and love working with new and interesting clients and "Food and Fun" is my subtext, always!

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Hello! I’m Karen Mitchell, a branding and design leader with extensive experience building iconic brands across packaging, advertising, and digital experiences. I’ve collaborated with clients like McDonald’s, Coca‑Cola, Kellogg’s, Disney, Target, and Walmart to craft strong brand identities, packaging, and shopper marketing campaigns. AND COOKIES!!! that’s my middle name!

I’ve held roles from design manager to creative director, steering concept development, branding, and production—from identity systems to web platforms, social marketing, and POS—delivering integrated campaigns that have successfully moved brands forward. Now, as a freelance designer, I wear many hats and love working with new and interesting clients and “Food and Fun” is my subtext, always!

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Senior Art Director at McDonald's
January 1, 2020 - Present
Led the creative team to develop innovative marketing campaigns for a global audience. Collaborated cross-functionally to ensure brand consistency and storytelling.
Creative Director at Bongo Lounge
December 31, 2019 - September 19, 2025
Oversaw all design aspects of the Bongo Lounge brand, from digital marketing to print collateral. Created engaging visual content that resonated with diverse audiences.
Creative Director at KROP
January 1, 2015 - Present
Leading creative projects that shape brand identities and marketing strategies.
Senior Designer at Greatly Restaurant Group
June 1, 2012 - December 1, 2014
Designed brand collateral and promotional materials for various restaurant concepts.
Graphic Designer at Karmitch
January 1, 2010 - May 1, 2012
Collaborated on design projects ranging from print to digital media.

Education

B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University, CA
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2025
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of Illinois
September 1, 2000 - June 1, 2004
Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design at University of Design
September 1, 2005 - May 1, 2009
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - December 1, 2025
Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - December 12, 2025
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University, CA
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University, CA
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - March 23, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - April 7, 2026
B.S. in Graphic Design at San Jose State University
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026

Qualifications

Mobius Award
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2025
REGGIE Award
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2025
Mobius Award
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2025
Reggie Award
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2025
B.S. in Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - December 22, 2025
MOBIUS Award
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025
REGGIE Award
January 11, 2030 - December 26, 2025
Mobius Award
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
REGGIE Award
January 11, 2030 - January 5, 2026
Mobius Award
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
Reggie Award
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
MOBIUS Award
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
REGGIE Award
January 11, 2030 - February 11, 2026
MOBIUS and REGGIE Award Winner
January 11, 2030 - February 17, 2026
Mobius and REGGIE Award Winner
January 11, 2030 - March 2, 2026
MOBIUS and REGGIE Award
January 11, 2030 - April 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Wholesale & Distribution, Other
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