Kira Bautista

Kira Bautista is an experienced creative leader and entrepreneur with a strong background in brand development, marketing, and communications. Currently serving as the Executive Director and Executive Creative Director at Midtown Church since July 2021, Kira successfully rebranded and relaunched the organization while building a new Communications Department and enhancing digital platforms. Kira also owns Kira Lauren Creative, transitioning from Kira Lauren Photography to support purpose-driven businesses with brand identity design. As an Arts, Cultural, and Creative Economy Commissioner for the City of Sacramento, Kira fosters arts and tourism in District 3. Previous roles include Art Director at Bayside Church, where Kira led design initiatives across multiple campuses, and marketing positions at California State University-Sacramento and the University of California, Davis, focusing on brand identity and marketing strategies. Kira holds a Bachelor of Science in Design/Visual Communication from the University of California, Davis.