Ashley McGuckin

Ashley McGuckin is a seasoned creative professional currently serving as the Sr. Creative Manager for Brand & Creative at Coursera since September 2025. McGuckin is a member of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society since February 2025 and previously held the role of Creative Director at Nucleus Security from June 2024 to September 2025, where a strong focus was placed on managing brand consistency and impactful design across various channels. Previous experience includes a long tenure at Beacon Digital Marketing, during which McGuckin advanced through roles from Senior Graphic Designer to Creative Director, overseeing multiple creative teams and projects. Prior positions include Senior Graphic Designer at IGT, and multiple roles at GTECH Interactive, Naval War College, and Johnson & Wales University. McGuckin earned education credentials from the Rhode Island School of Design and Johnson & Wales University.