Brian McNamara has extensive experience in the field of journalism and graphic design, currently serving as an Assistant Editor and 1A News Designer at the Detroit Free Press since April 2006. Previous roles include Art Director for Twist Sunday Magazine and Special Editor/Design at The Journal News for Gannett Co., where responsibilities encompassed daily and special section page design, project planning, and leading brainstorming sessions. Additional experience includes art direction for various magazines, such as Home & Design and Wine & Food. Earlier professional positions include designer roles at The News Journal and Lansing State Journal. Brian McNamara holds a Certificate in Digital Arts: Web from the College for Creative Studies and a degree in Studio Art with a focus on Graphic Design from Michigan State University.