I'm thoughtful, well-rounded communicator who balances creativity and strategic thinking to build beautiful things that solve problems and make people smile. I have 10+ years of professional design experience, and have worked with organizations both big and small across many industries. I’m a maker and always have been—whether with pixels, pencil, paper, ink, or fabric. As a designer, I’m lucky to spend my days creating inspiring brands, quirky illustrations, and playful patterns & products. I’m passionate about crafting beautiful work, collaborating with curious people, and being fearlessly authentic. View my portfolio at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

mariabee

I'm thoughtful, well-rounded communicator who balances creativity and strategic thinking to build beautiful things that solve problems and make people smile. I have 10+ years of professional design experience, and have worked with organizations both big and small across many industries. I’m a maker and always have been—whether with pixels, pencil, paper, ink, or fabric. As a designer, I’m lucky to spend my days creating inspiring brands, quirky illustrations, and playful patterns & products. I’m passionate about crafting beautiful work, collaborating with curious people, and being fearlessly authentic. View my portfolio at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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I’m thoughtful, well-rounded communicator who balances creativity and strategic thinking to build beautiful things that solve problems and make people smile. I have 10+ years of professional design experience, and have worked with organizations both big and small across many industries.

I’m a maker and always have been—whether with pixels, pencil, paper, ink, or fabric. As a designer, I’m lucky to spend my days creating inspiring brands, quirky illustrations, and playful patterns & products. I’m passionate about crafting beautiful work, collaborating with curious people, and being fearlessly authentic.

View my portfolio at Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Experience Level

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Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Associate Creative Director at Media.Monks
December 1, 2022 - Present
Leading creative direction and production of marketing materials for LinkedIn campaigns, collaborating with creative, account, and client partners to develop campaigns across LinkedIn’s product suite.
Senior Art Director at Media.Monks (formerly Firewood Marketing)
December 1, 2022 - September 29, 2025
Created marketing materials—including microsites, email campaigns, videos, and social assets—for LinkedIn; collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop campaigns across LinkedIn’s product suite.
Freelance Graphic & Surface Designer
February 1, 2016 - Present
Offering branding, graphic design, art direction, pattern design, illustration, and hand lettering services on a freelance basis.
Graphic Designer + Brand Developer at San Francisco Foundation
August 1, 2020 - September 29, 2025
In-house designer responsible for a redesigned visual identity system; led rollout of new materials and art directed multiple program rebrands.
Designer + Digital Marketing Program Manager at PLAE Shoes
April 1, 2018 - September 29, 2025
Created and coordinated digital campaigns across channels in a fast-paced startup environment; collaborated with marketing, development, and sales teams; designed accessories for sale.
Junior Brand Designer at PLAE Shoes
September 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Developed brand assets and marketing materials, including ads, email campaigns, event materials, and web designs; managed photo library.
Art Director at Curiosity Advertising
February 1, 2016 - September 29, 2025
Designed for print, out-of-home, digital, and video; art directed photo and video shoots; collaborated with creative, account, and media teams to deliver on advertising initiatives.
Junior Art Director at Curiosity Advertising
June 1, 2015 - September 29, 2025
Contributed to ad campaigns and visual identity projects; supported senior team in design execution.
Creative Intern at SpiceFire
August 1, 2013 - September 29, 2025
Assisted package design for household CPG brands; supported design and production tasks.
Design Intern at Curiosity Advertising
August 1, 2012 - September 29, 2025
Assisted creative team on print, digital, and identity projects.
Design Intern at Curiosity Advertising
January 1, 2014 - Present
Assisted creative team on print, digital, and identity projects.

Education

BFA in Graphic Design, Minor in 2D Media at Miami University
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education