Amy Porta Kleebank

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Strategic communications and design professional with 20+ years of experience advancing institutional visibility within higher education and complex organizations.

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Strategic communications and design professional with 20+ years of experience advancing institutional visibility within higher education and complex organizations. I translate academic, technical, and research-driven content into clear, compelling visual solutions that strengthen audience engagement across print, digital, and experiential platforms.

I’m a collaborative partner to leadership and cross-functional teams, grounded in design, storytelling, and integrated campaign development. Available for freelance and contract projects supporting communication goals, brand clarity, and impactful delivery under tight timelines.

  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Manufacturing
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services

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Projects · 1

PittEd Magazine – Summer 2025 Edition

As sole designer and creative lead, I was responsible for the complete visual development of the PittEd Magazine Summer 2025 issue. I conceptualized the overall theme, art directed original photo shoots, designed custom illustrations, and executed the full magazine layout from cover to final page. Working closely with editorial stakeholders, I developed visual storytelling strategies to highlight the School of Education’s research, community impact, and athletic-academic connections. The cover story—focusing on how athletes become transformative educators—was my concept, and I directed its execution from idea to print-ready files. This 44-page publication reflects a cohesive, modern academic identity while balancing editorial clarity and reader engagement. Check out this site https://www.twine.net/signin

  • Art Director
  • Designer
  • Graphic Designer

Work experience· 22 roles

Graphic Designer · Allegheny General HospitalDec 2005 – Aug 2025 · 19 yrs 9 mos

Executed all private hospital and affiliate marketing plans from conception to completion. Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Oversaw graphic design for multi-million-dollar billboard marketing campaigns within budget. Collaborated with staff writers and physicians to distill technical information into visuals and infographics for patients. Sourced and managed outside vendors and agencies and collaborated with the internal print shop. Assisted in designing internal and external newsletters and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.

Graphic Designer · Allegheny General HospitalDec 2005 – Aug 2025 · 19 yrs 9 mos

Executed all hospital and affiliate marketing plans from conception to completion. Designed brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Oversaw graphic design for multimillion-dollar billboard marketing campaigns within budget. Collaborated with staff writers and physicians to create visuals and infographics for patients. Managed outside vendors and internal print shop relationships. Assisted with newsletters design, and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.

Graphic Designer · Allegheny General HospitalDec 2005 – Jul 2025 · 19 yrs 8 mos

Executed marketing plans for the hospital and affiliates, designing brochures, mailers, flyers, invitations, signage, and posters. Oversaw graphic design for multi-million-dollar billboard campaigns within budget. Collaborated with writers and physicians to create patient-friendly visuals and infographics. Managed outside vendors and internal print shop collaborations. Assisted in newsletter design and directed photoshoots with in-house photographers.

Graphic Designer · Allegheny General HospitalJan 2005 – Aug 2025 · 20 yrs 8 mos
Art Director · University of PittsburghJan 2005 – Present · 21 yrs 11 mos
Art Director · University of PittsburghJan 2005 – Present · 21 yrs 11 mos
Art Director · University of PittsburghJan 2005 – Present · 21 yrs 11 mos
Art Director · University of PittsburghJan 2005 – Present · 21 yrs 11 mos

Education· 29

Bachelor of Fine Arts · Indiana University of Pennsylvania1990 – 1994
Associate of Art · Art Institute of Pittsburgh1988 – 1990
Bachelor of Fine Arts · Indiana University of Pennsylvania1990 – 1994
Associate of Art · Art Institute of Pittsburgh1988 – 1990

Certifications and awards· 35

AMA Momentum Upskilling Program2020
Certificate, Organizational Leadership and Ethics2030 – 2025
Certificate, Diversity and Inclusion2030 – 2025
AMA Momentum Upskilling Program2022

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