Kristie B.

Kristie B. has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Kristie currently works as a Brand Designer at Bobbie since July 2021. Prior to this, they were a Freelance Art Director as a self-employed individual since April 2015.

In terms of their previous roles, Kristie has worked as a BestSelf | Clinical Social Work Intern at the University at Buffalo from August 2019 to April 2020. During this time, they provided counseling services to individuals with various mental health conditions and offered support and advocacy to those facing challenges such as financial insecurity and discrimination. Additionally, they served as a Stitch Buffalo | Social Impact Fellow from May 2019 to August 2019, where they analyzed the organization and made recommendations to enhance community involvement and financial empowerment opportunities for resettled refugees. Their proposal won first prize in the 2019 UB Pitch for a Cause competition. Moreover, Kristie worked as a YouthBuild Buffalo Intern from October 2018 to May 2019, offering mentorship support to young adults and facilitating connections with local service organizations.

Before their social work experiences, Kristie had a career in design. Kristie worked as a Graphic Designer at GQ Magazine from February 2016 to March 2018. Prior to that, they served as an Associate Art Director at Popular Mechanics, under Hearst Magazines, from June 2013 to March 2015. Furthermore, they had various roles within O Magazine at Hearst Magazines, including Graphic Designer from May 2012 to October 2012, Digital Editions Designer from February 2011 to May 2012, and Art Assistant from August 2010 to February 2011.

Kristie also gained teaching experience as a Teaching Assistant at the School of Visual Arts from September 2010 to May 2011.

Overall, Kristie B. has demonstrated a range of skills in brand design, art direction, social work, counseling, community analysis, and teaching throughout their career.

Kristie B. attended Fordham University from 2003 to 2007, where they earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English & Cultural Anthropology. Kristie then pursued further education at the School of Visual Arts from 2010 to 2012, obtaining a Continuing Education degree in Graphic Design & Advertising. In 2018, Kristie B. enrolled at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work and completed their studies in 2020, earning a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree.