I run an independent studio building complete brand identity systems from strategy through to craft—word marks, colour, typography, art direction, brand devices and the layout principles that keep everything consistent. I’m hands-on and collaborative with clients across trust-critical sectors, shaping direction alongside them rather than simply executing. I bring care, clarity and a warm, grounded approach—plus the willingness to push back, raise ambition, and build brands that scale from big ideas to the smallest application.

Kirsty Munro

I run an independent studio building complete brand identity systems from strategy through to craft—word marks, colour, typography, art direction, brand devices and the layout principles that keep everything consistent. I’m hands-on and collaborative with clients across trust-critical sectors, shaping direction alongside them rather than simply executing. I bring care, clarity and a warm, grounded approach—plus the willingness to push back, raise ambition, and build brands that scale from big ideas to the smallest application.

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I run an independent studio building complete brand identity systems from strategy through to craft—word marks, colour, typography, art direction, brand devices and the layout principles that keep everything consistent.

I’m hands-on and collaborative with clients across trust-critical sectors, shaping direction alongside them rather than simply executing. I bring care, clarity and a warm, grounded approach—plus the willingness to push back, raise ambition, and build brands that scale from big ideas to the smallest application.

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Work Experience

Founder & Lead Designer at Make the Story
August 1, 2026 - Present
Run an independent studio building complete brand identity systems for founder-led businesses. Lead end-to-end work from strategy and positioning through full visual identity systems (word marks, colour, typography, art direction, brand devices and layout principles), documented into guidelines teams can use to build consistently. Partner closely with clients across trust-critical sectors including financial services and biotech/confirm, shaping direction, providing creative leadership, and ensuring craft across applications.
Lead Designer at Golden Frog Marketing
October 1, 2017 - Present
Led brand and design work for a portfolio of B2B and B2C clients across digital and print. Built brand and visual identity for IGF Fibers from launch, establishing a consistent identity across every touchpoint. Worked closely with clients to translate business goals into clear, distinct design aligned to brand objectives.
Founder & Designer at Tea Box
June 1, 2010 - April 1, 2013
Founded an online brand and designed its complete identity, website and marketing from concept through launch. Owned visual direction end-to-end, including brand presence and design strategy for the initial rollout.
Graphic Designer at Kineo
May 1, 2007 - September 1, 2017
Designed and laid out educational and multimedia learning content for a global learning business. Translated written subject matter into clear, engaging, learner-friendly resources across print, digital and interactive formats. Helped establish brand guidelines and managed production schedules within a busy studio team.
Graphic Designer at My Knowledge Map
October 1, 2005 - May 1, 2007
Junior graphic design role creating graphics for web and print using Adobe Creative Suite. Supported production of design assets across digital and print deliverables.

Education

BA (Hons) Multimedia Design at First Class University of Huddersfield
January 11, 2030 - August 17, 2026

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Life Sciences, Education, Media & Entertainment