Kristi Marineau

Kristi Marineau has a diverse work experience in graphic design and brand development. Kristi currently holds the position of VP, Brand Design at Hallmark Media, where they lead a team of digital and print designers and oversees branding on social, print, and digital design assets. Prior to this, they worked as a Sr. Creative Director at Hallmark Media, where they were responsible for expanding branding across various platforms and managing a team of designers. Before joining Hallmark Media, Kristi worked as the Principal Creative Director at Firebetty Design, where they created exceptional graphics for clients in entertainment, retail, and tech. Kristi also had experience as an Art Director at Hallmark Channel, where they maintained the brand's promotional design in video, print, and web. Kristi's career started with roles as a Senior Designer at Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movie Channel, where they focused on creating promotional motion graphics, and as a Freelance Motion Graphic Designer at Picture Mill and The WB Television Network. Kristi also gained experience as a Motion Graphics Artist at Tonawanda Pictures and as a Design Intern and Jr. Designer at Astropolitan Pictures.

Kristi Marineau completed their high school education at St. Clair High School from 1989 to 1992, earning a diploma in general education. In 1994, they enrolled at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, where they pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Filmmaking and Photography. Kristi completed their degree in 1997. In 2010, Kristi attended ArtCenter College of Design for a short course focused on Advanced Typography. Their most recent educational endeavor took place in 2016 when they participated in a UX Design bootcamp at General Assembly.