Ed McKirdy

Ed McKirdy is an experienced creative professional with extensive expertise in graphic design and production. Currently serving as the Lead Creative Production Designer at Hogarth Worldwide since January 2014, McKirdy leads projects for the prestigious Rolex account, collaborating with creative teams to maintain the brand's iconic status. As the owner of Livewire Records since August 1999, McKirdy oversees all aspects of an independent record label, including artist selection and marketing. Previous roles include Principal at Emmspace Design, Designer at JWT, and Inhouse Designer at W. P. Carey & Co. LLC, where responsibilities spanned the full scope of design from concept to execution. McKirdy's educational background includes an MFA in Graphic Design from the School of Visual Arts and a BA in English from Rutgers University–New Brunswick.