As a Senior Art Director with 15+ years of experience in digital, print, and brand design, I specialize in transforming strategy into powerful, visually cohesive campaigns that connect consumers to brands they trust. My work spans e-commerce, retail, and lifestyle brands, with a strong focus on creating scalable design systems and integrated storytelling that performs across channels. Core strengths include: • CPG & retail marketing strategy • Brand and campaign concepting • E-commerce & digital content systems • Cross-functional creative leadership • Art direction for photo/video production • Adobe Creative Suite, Figma I’m inspired by brands that see design as both an art and a growth driver, where creative teams are empowered to bring ideas to life. **Employment and project experience** **Digital Graphic Designer** Joann Fabric & Craft Stores November 2020 - March 2025 **Art Director** Spectrum Diversified Designs December 2015 - March 2020 **Designer II** Joann Fabric & Craft Stores March 2015 - October 2015 **Art Director** Geometry Global (Now VML) February 2005 - June 2014 **Art Director** Fleishman-Hillard January 2000 - October 2004

Margaret Miller

As a Senior Art Director with 15+ years of experience in digital, print, and brand design, I specialize in transforming strategy into powerful, visually cohesive campaigns that connect consumers to brands they trust. My work spans e-commerce, retail, and lifestyle brands, with a strong focus on creating scalable design systems and integrated storytelling that performs across channels. Core strengths include: • CPG & retail marketing strategy • Brand and campaign concepting • E-commerce & digital content systems • Cross-functional creative leadership • Art direction for photo/video production • Adobe Creative Suite, Figma I’m inspired by brands that see design as both an art and a growth driver, where creative teams are empowered to bring ideas to life. **Employment and project experience** **Digital Graphic Designer** Joann Fabric & Craft Stores November 2020 - March 2025 **Art Director** Spectrum Diversified Designs December 2015 - March 2020 **Designer II** Joann Fabric & Craft Stores March 2015 - October 2015 **Art Director** Geometry Global (Now VML) February 2005 - June 2014 **Art Director** Fleishman-Hillard January 2000 - October 2004

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As a Senior Art Director with 15+ years of experience in digital, print, and brand design, I specialize in transforming strategy into powerful, visually cohesive campaigns that connect consumers to brands they trust. My work spans e-commerce, retail, and lifestyle brands, with a strong focus on creating scalable design systems and integrated storytelling that performs across channels.

Core strengths include:
• CPG & retail marketing strategy
• Brand and campaign concepting
• E-commerce & digital content systems
• Cross-functional creative leadership
• Art direction for photo/video production
• Adobe Creative Suite, Figma

I’m inspired by brands that see design as both an art and a growth driver, where creative teams are empowered to bring ideas to life.

Employment and project experience

Digital Graphic Designer Joann Fabric & Craft Stores
November 2020 - March 2025

Art Director Spectrum Diversified Designs
December 2015 - March 2020

Designer II Joann Fabric & Craft Stores
March 2015 - October 2015

Art Director Geometry Global (Now VML)
February 2005 - June 2014

Art Director Fleishman-Hillard
January 2000 - October 2004

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Art Director at Spectrum Diversified Designs, LLC
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Directed packaging, catalogs, and sales collateral for 800+ SKUs; developed visual systems and brand identity frameworks for product launches; oversaw templates and creative workflows; managed in-house team including photographers, supporting seasonal and new product campaigns.
Graphic Designer II at Joann Fabric & Craft Stores
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2015
Produced print and digital assets for direct mail, email, in-store signage and seasonal campaigns. Strengthened customer engagement by 25% through storytelling-driven design solutions. Executed 80+ projects per season from concept through production, under tight deadlines, with consistent quality.
Art Director at Geometry Global (now VML)
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Established integrated campaigns for CPG brands including Kimberly-Clark, Nestlé, Nokia, and Revlon. Directed in-store creative execution across 3,000+ retail locations, ensuring brand consistency. Designed packaging, signage, advertising, and sales collateral to support retail growth. Mentored creative teams, elevating design quality and execution standards.
Associate Creative Director | Art Director at Fleishman-Hillard
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Directed creative strategy and execution for global accounts, ensuring brand consistency and measurable business impact. Led multi-channel campaigns across digital, print, PR, and events, driving an estimated 20% increase in engagement. Designed collateral such as brochures and ads while mentoring junior designers and coordinating vendors. On-set art direction for photography and managed print production within budget and timelines.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at The University of Akron
January 11, 2030 - November 14, 2025

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services