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

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Design Intern at Curiosity Advertising
January 1, 2014 - Present
Assisted creative team on print, digital, and identity projects.
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.

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