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Hi, I’m Steven Henry, an award-winning illustrator and art director with 20+ years of experience collaborating with top publishers and brands. I have 15 published children’s books with Macmillan, Simon & Schuster, and other major publishers. Fluent in multiple illustration styles, but I’m particularly skilled at visual storytelling for children. See more examples of my work at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’ve led cross-functional creative teams, driven branding initiatives, and helped transform traditional print materials into immersive digital experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building strong client partnerships, and delivering work that resonates with audiences.…Hi, I’m Steven Henry, an award-winning illustrator and art director with 20+ years of experience collaborating with top publishers and brands. I have 15 published children’s books with Macmillan, Simon & Schuster, and other major publishers. Fluent in multiple illustration styles, but I’m particularly skilled at visual storytelling for children. See more examples of my work at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’ve led cross-functional creative teams, driven branding initiatives, and helped transform traditional print materials into immersive digital experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building strong client partnerships, and delivering work that resonates with audiences.

Steven Henry

Art Director, Illustrator, Product Designer, +2

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Hi, I’m Steven Henry, an award-winning illustrator and art director with 20+ years of experience collaborating with top publishers and brands. I have 15 published children’s books with Macmillan, Simon & Schuster, and other major publishers. Fluent in multiple illustration styles, but I’m particularly skilled at visual storytelling for children. See more examples of my work at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’ve led cross-functional creative teams, driven branding initiatives, and helped transform traditional print materials into immersive digital experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building strong client partnerships, and delivering work that resonates with audiences.…Hi, I’m Steven Henry, an award-winning illustrator and art director with 20+ years of experience collaborating with top publishers and brands. I have 15 published children’s books with Macmillan, Simon & Schuster, and other major publishers. Fluent in multiple illustration styles, but I’m particularly skilled at visual storytelling for children. See more examples of my work at _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_ I’ve led cross-functional creative teams, driven branding initiatives, and helped transform traditional print materials into immersive digital experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building strong client partnerships, and delivering work that resonates with audiences.

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Hi, I’m Steven Henry, an award-winning illustrator and art director with 20+ years of experience collaborating with top publishers and brands. I have 15 published children’s books with Macmillan, Simon & Schuster, and other major publishers. Fluent in multiple illustration styles, but I’m particularly skilled at visual storytelling for children.

See more examples of my work at Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

I’ve led cross-functional creative teams, driven branding initiatives, and helped transform traditional print materials into immersive digital experiences. I’m passionate about mentoring talent, building strong client partnerships, and delivering work that resonates with audiences.

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Art Director at Committee for Children

January 1, 2025 - September 12, 2025

Led a team of 11 designers, video editors, and copywriters, managing up to 150 projects concurrently and conducting all creative reviews. Directed creative direction for major Second Step program ad campaigns and led stakeholder review presentations. Worked closely with video editors to direct motion graphics and branding alignments. Co-led a major re-branding initiative, becoming the internal owner of the Committee for Children and Second Step visual brands. Collaborated with in-house legal to manage trademarks and IP licensing.

Principal / Illustrator at Lucky Hat Productions

November 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025

Illustrated 15 children’s books for publishers including Simon & Schuster, Scholastic, Dial, Chronicle, Bloomsbury, and Macmillan. Proficient in multiple illustration styles and formats. Created visuals for installations and exhibits at museums and learning centers; contracted illustration work for Starbucks, Microsoft, and others. Served as art director and script consultant on the Disney Jr. animated series Ella the Elephant.

Product Design Manager at Committee for Children

February 1, 2020 - September 12, 2025

Hired and managed a team of 10 product designers and illustrators. Supervised the creative development of the Second Step digital platform and K-5 curriculum, collaborating with product owners and instructional designers to transform the program’s traditional printed products into an immersive ed-tech experience. Contributed illustrations and UI design concepts to product development.

Senior Art Director at Smashing Ideas

December 1, 2015 - September 12, 2025

Mentored and collaborated with designers and animators working on mobile games and websites for Mattel, Disney Channel, Nick Jr., and PBS Kids. Coordinated with project managers to ensure deliverables—design, audio, and motion graphics—were consistent with client style guides. Managed the agency’s font library and related licensing.

Art Director at Committee for Children

January 1, 2025 - September 12, 2025

Led a cross-disciplinary team of 11 designers, video editors, and copywriters, managing up to 150 active projects and conducting all creative reviews. Directed major Second Step program ad campaigns, oversaw motion graphics and branding alignment, and co-led a major re-branding initiative. Became the internal owner of the Committee for Children and Second Step visual brands. Collaborated with the in-house legal team to manage trademarks and IP licensing.

Principal / Illustrator at Lucky Hat Productions

November 1, 2018 - September 12, 2025

Product Design Manager at Committee for Children

February 1, 2020 - September 12, 2025

Hired and managed a team of 10 product designers and illustrators. Supervised creative development of the Second Step digital platform and K-5 curriculum, collaborating with product owners and instructional designers to transform printed products into an immersive ed-tech experience. Contributed illustrations and UI design concepts.

Senior Art Director at Smashing Ideas

December 1, 2015 - September 12, 2025

Mentored and collaborated with designers and animators on mobile games and websites for Mattel, Disney Channel, Nick Jr., and PBS Kids. Coordinated with project managers to ensure deliverables (design, audio, and motion graphics) were consistent with client style guides. Managed the agency’s font library and licensing.