I am a multi-disciplined creative with over twenty years of experience spanning London, Brussels and Zurich. I am an ideas-based designer with a broad range of skills and an integrated approach. From crafting an annual report for a European federation to creating the complete online presence for a global company, to art directing a shoot for a fashion brand, I always strive to find a unique, on-brief solution to each project. In my work I collaborate with brands and agencies to deliver concept-driven identities and campaigns across print, digital and environments. My experience spans roles from creative direction and art direction to brand building and design leadership, and I pride myself on delivering high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets business goals.…

Jon Mckenna

I am a multi-disciplined creative with over twenty years of experience spanning London, Brussels and Zurich. I am an ideas-based designer with a broad range of skills and an integrated approach. From crafting an annual report for a European federation to creating the complete online presence for a global company, to art directing a shoot for a fashion brand, I always strive to find a unique, on-brief solution to each project. In my work I collaborate with brands and agencies to deliver concept-driven identities and campaigns across print, digital and environments. My experience spans roles from creative direction and art direction to brand building and design leadership, and I pride myself on delivering high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets business goals.…

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I am a multi-disciplined creative with over twenty years of experience spanning London, Brussels and Zurich. I am an ideas-based designer with a broad range of skills and an integrated approach. From crafting an annual report for a European federation to creating the complete online presence for a global company, to art directing a shoot for a fashion brand, I always strive to find a unique, on-brief solution to each project.

In my work I collaborate with brands and agencies to deliver concept-driven identities and campaigns across print, digital and environments. My experience spans roles from creative direction and art direction to brand building and design leadership, and I pride myself on delivering high-quality work that resonates with audiences and meets business goals.

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Language

French
Beginner

Work Experience

Creative Consultant at Blyss
June 1, 2014 - March 1, 2024
Collaborated with Blyss founder to win new business and maintain client relationships; secured Credit Suisse International Wealth Management as a client and consistently delivered high-quality creative solutions for international and Swiss startups; led online and offline campaigns for financial institutions and guided the creative team to the highest standards.
Creative Director at McKenna Creative
June 1, 2014 - Present
Independent Creative Director overseeing art direction for global fragrance campaigns (e.g., Jaguar, Bentley, Lalique, Grès). Project managed photo and video shoots; created concept-driven identities for SME startups in Zurich and across Europe.
Digital Design Director / Art Director at Education First
January 1, 2011 - June 1, 2014
Managed up to 8 creatives across digital and print; defined a refreshed photography style; oversaw global branding decisions and led photoshoots in locations including South Africa, New York, Boston and London; drove online/offline campaigns and oversaw EF websites across 50 countries; contributed to a campaign generating 600,000 leads; improved user flows and reduced exit rates during redesigns.
Founder/Creative at Konsort
January 1, 2010 - April 1, 2011
Founded a concept-focused creative communications network; helped define brand identity for a watch start-up and created advertising concepts; directed photographers to reposition the client’s market.
Creative Director at Karakas
April 1, 2003 - April 1, 2009
Led design teams across print and web; collaborated with partners to realize agency vision; presented concepts to clients; projects included internal Toyota Europe communications, annual reports for European federations, press and brochures for Arjo Wiggins, and websites for Toni&Guy and belgaQueen.
Design Director at Elliott Borra Perlmutter
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2002
Art directed still life and fashion shoots; created corporate identities, brochures and print materials; contributed to advertising concepts and client projects including Pretty Polly underwear campaigns, Levi’s identity and more.
Senior Designer at Pentland Visual Communications
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2000
Handled Ellesse and Lacoste campaigns; produced catalogues, POS, conference layouts and supporting materials; created Ellesse Style press and six-sheet poster campaigns; contributed to Speedo International catalogue and product visuals; participated in video/photo shoots and art direction.
Designer at Bartle Bogle Hegarty Advertising (Tango design)
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1997
Worked on Polaroid showcards, Russell Athletic campaigns, Levi’s Add Water materials, Mermaids campaign and Ray-Ban 1996 catalogue; developed direct mail, advertising and exhibition materials.

Education

BA (Honours) Graphic Design at University of Northumbria at Newcastle
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026
HND Merit Graphic Design at Newcastle College
January 11, 2030 - January 28, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Consumer Goods, Retail