Howdy,
I’m Brenna.

As a builder at heart, I value forming and nurturing high-quality relationships that inspire action and drive results.

  • I build and mentor teams that empower ownership, bring out individuals’ talents, working towards a greater vision.

    Expert in guiding individuals in complex and changing market conditions.

    Adept at building cross-functional relationships and highly collaborative.

  • Having the opportunity to explore and gain a deeper understanding of different industries and the people that these industries serve.

    I get to use empathy and design to support an organization’s success.

    I love the challenge of turning creative ideas into real design solutions.

    Building inclusive and diverse products and experiences and the positive impact they can make.

  • Senior Creative Director, Brand
    Elevate Credit (2018 – Present)

    Managing brand vision across five lending products. Delivering strategic design experiences that connect consumers with better credit options in the non-prime space.

    Creative Director, Brand
    Financial Engines (2009-2017)

    Revitalized the design and brand vision for an online investment management company.

    Senior Art Director, Creative Marketing
    Walmart West Creative, Stores (2006-2008)

    Built and managed an internal creative agency for Walmart stores, leading design direction and elevating the quality of work for national seasonal campaigns for over 3500 stores.

    Art Director, Creative Marketing
    Walmart.com (2004-2006)

    Built a world-class creative team to design integrated retail campaigns promoting Walmart.com’s merchandise.

    Senior Art Director (Freelance)
    (2000-2004, 2008-2009)

    Developed design for integrated marketing campaigns, digital experiences, brand identities, store signage, book, and packaging for entertainment, publishing, tech, and retail industries.

    Clients: Gap Inc., LeapFrog, Toyota, Chronicle Books, Ten Speed Press, Palm, Inc., Bravado International Group, Surfdog Records, Acoustic Disc Records.

    Senior Designer, Agency experience
    (1999- 2004)

    Developed and deployed digital experiences, brand identity programs, and print projects at boutique firms: Interactive Bureau / Circle.com, Harmonic Advertising, Elsewhere Advertising Agency.

    Education
    California College of the Arts / San Francisco, Ca
    B.F.A., Graphic Design

  • Brand Strategy, Rebranding & Experience

    UI and Product Design

    Visual Design & Design Systems

    Campaign Launch & Management

    Digital & Print Marketing

    Accessibility

    Photo & Video Art Direction

    Agency Management

    Environment/Event Design