MAUREEN

KEENEY

Los Angeles, CA

516.361.7103

maureen.e.keeney@gmail.com

Multidisciplinary graphic designer and illustrator with a strong editorial sensibility and senior-level brand experience across retail, lifestyle, and hospitality. Experienced in translating concept into cohesive visual systems across print, digital, motion, and physical applications. Certified in communication and product design, with a growing focus on art direction, storytelling, and material-led experimentation.

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER

General Public / Art Patron (2022–2025)

Clients: RH, CB2, Anthropologie, Rejuvenation, Perigold, Sonder

Led creative development for curated collections, packaging, and marketing assets across top-tier retail partners

Created 3D mockups, visual assets, and pitch decks for Target’s Hearth & Hand and other DTC product launches

Developed illustrated instructions, brand collateral, and print assets used across RH / General Public packaging

Spearheaded the rebranding and pitch design for Art.com’s acquisition initiative

Partnered closely with Creative Director and Art Director to ensure visual cohesion across campaigns and channels

Integrated motion graphics and video content into storytelling-driven marketing materials and internal training tools

Created internal sales tools and artist-facing materials to support sales, training, and product education

FREELANCE DESIGNER & ILLUSTRATOR

Contract based (2012–Present)

Clients include: Natalist, Popshot Quarterly, Bird & Blend Tea, non-profits, startups, and small businesses

Designed brand identities, product packaging, print collateral, and digital assets for clients across wellness, lifestyle, publishing, and food industries

Created pitch decks, website layouts, motion graphics, and illustrations for both commercial and editorial clients

Delivered concept-driven design systems and campaigns with a focus on storytelling and strategy

Built long-term client relationships through consistent delivery, creative collaboration, and adaptability

CORE SKILLS

Design: Brand Systems · Typography · Packaging · Motion Graphics · Print & Digital Design · Layout Design · Art Direction

Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) · Figma · Blender

Specialties: Branding & Identity · Packaging Design · Motion Graphics · Layout Design · Digital & Print Collateral · Typography · Photo Retouching · 3D Mockups

Workflow: Visual Storytelling · Concept Development · Wireframing · Cross-functional Collaboration · Style Guides & Brand Standards · Strategic Thinking · Attention to Detail

EDUCATION

Design Communication Arts Certificate – UCLA Extension (2019–2021)

Cartooning/Illustration BFA Program – School of Visual Arts (2010–2012)

Illustration AAS Program – Fashion Institute of Technology (2008–2009)