Ryan Kennedy

Ryan Kennedy has a diverse work experience, starting with their current role as an Art Director at La Macchia Group since June 2022. Ryan previously held positions at the same company, including Graphic Visualization Artist from August 2017 to June 2022 and briefly served as the Graphic Visualization Manager in August 2017.

Before joining La Macchia Group, Ryan worked as an IT Consultant at Litchfield Cavo LLP from March 2014 to August 2017. In this role, they provided technical support to all 19 of the company's offices across the country, including computer setup, network and server maintenance, and troubleshooting Microsoft Office Suite, PCLaw, Amicus, and general computer maintenance issues.

Additionally, Ryan gained experience as a Graphic Illustrator at Fashion Angels Enterprises from June 2013 to February 2014. Ryan designed and created prototypes for products sold by major retailers such as Walmart, Target, Toys R' Us, Michael's, and Mattel. Notable projects include the Totally Me brand line for Toys R Us, My Little Pony crafts line, Peace & Love line for Walmart, and Disney Princess products.

Prior to that, Ryan worked as a Mobile Lab Presenter at Discovery World from September 2012 to June 2013. In this role, they designed projects, taught classes, and contributed to curriculum development. Ryan also had experience using various tools such as a Vera Laser cutter, sample cutter, and large-format industrial vacuum-former.

Ryan Kennedy attended Grafton High School from 2005 to 2009, where they obtained their High School Diploma. Ryan then went on to enroll at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design from 2009 to 2013, where they pursued a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree in Illustration with a minor in Graphic Design.