Hi, I'm Misha Kurniady, a passionate Creative Director and Art Director with over 20 years of experience crafting innovative designs, motion graphics, branding, and video content for global brands. I love leading creative teams and turning ideas into engaging visual stories across digital, social, video, and experiential platforms. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with some amazing clients like Microsoft Xbox, Mattel, Saatchi & Saatchi, and many more. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients and teams to bring creative visions to life while ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.

Misha Kurniady

Hi, I'm Misha Kurniady, a passionate Creative Director and Art Director with over 20 years of experience crafting innovative designs, motion graphics, branding, and video content for global brands. I love leading creative teams and turning ideas into engaging visual stories across digital, social, video, and experiential platforms. Throughout my career, I've had the privilege of working with some amazing clients like Microsoft Xbox, Mattel, Saatchi & Saatchi, and many more. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients and teams to bring creative visions to life while ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.

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Hi, I’m Misha Kurniady, a passionate Creative Director and Art Director with over 20 years of experience crafting innovative designs, motion graphics, branding, and video content for global brands. I love leading creative teams and turning ideas into engaging visual stories across digital, social, video, and experiential platforms.

Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with some amazing clients like Microsoft Xbox, Mattel, Saatchi & Saatchi, and many more. I enjoy collaborating closely with clients and teams to bring creative visions to life while ensuring projects stay on time and within budget.

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Work Experience

Creative Development Manager at Recargo
June 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Oversaw creative development for digital/mobile app content (PlugShare). Directed teams producing video, web, and social content to elevate brand visibility.
Creative Development Manager at Recargo
June 1, 2019 - November 30, 2019
Oversaw creative development for digital/mobile app content (PlugShare). Directed teams producing video, web, and social content to elevate brand visibility.
Art Director at The Ant Farm
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008
Led a team of 8-10 designers producing award-winning movie marketing campaigns. Created motion graphics and film title sequences for major film studios.
Art Director at The Ant Farm
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2008
Led a team of 8-10 designers producing award-winning movie marketing campaigns. Created motion graphics and film title sequences for major film studios.
Designer at Guidance
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Designed UI/UX web experiences and video content for commercial and promotional use.
Designer at Guidance
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2001
Designed UI/UX web experiences and video content for commercial and promotional use.
Creative Director / Designer at MK Design
January 1, 1998 - June 6, 2024
Provided full-service creative direction, branding, social media content, video production, and motion graphics for a wide range of industries. Developed and executed creative campaigns from concept through delivery, collaborating closely with clients and cross-functional teams. Managed teams of designers, animators, and editors to deliver high-quality creative assets on schedule and within budget. Successfully delivered projects for global brands, enhancing brand identity and customer engagement. Key clients included Ayzenberg (Microsoft, Xbox, Walmart, Sega), Mattel (Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price), Saatchi & Saatchi (Toyota, Walmart), E! Network, Fox, and more.
Creative Director / Designer at MK Design
January 1, 1998 - June 14, 2024
Provide full-service creative direction, branding, social media content, video production, and motion graphics for a wide range of industries. Develop and execute creative campaigns from concept through delivery, collaborating closely with clients and cross-functional teams. Manage teams of designers, animators, and editors to deliver high-quality creative assets on schedule and within budget. Successfully delivered projects for global brands, enhancing brand identity and customer engagement. Key Clients include Ayzenberg (Microsoft, Xbox, Walmart, Sega), Mattel (Barbie, Hot Wheels, Fisher-Price), Saatchi & Saatchi (Toyota, Walmart), E! Network, Fox, Simple Films, Ignition Creative, Mob Scene, Zoic.

Education

Bachelor of Science at University of Cincinnati, College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1998
Bachelor of Science at University of Cincinnati, College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1998

Qualifications

BDA North America: Outdoor - Animated
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Telly Award: Disney Fairies, Believe
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Key Art Awards: Best in Show, Best Comedy Trailer
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Promax Award: First Place - 24 Hour Promo Challenge
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Featured: New Design: Los Angeles, The Edge of Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
BDA North America: Outdoor - Animated
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Telly Award: Disney Fairies, Believe
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Key Art Awards: Best in Show, Best Comedy Trailer
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Promax Award: First Place - 24 Hour Promo Challenge
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025
Featured: New Design: Los Angeles, The Edge of Graphic Design
January 11, 2030 - June 26, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Consumer Goods, Retail, Software & Internet, Professional Services