Ani Djaferian is an accomplished creative professional with extensive experience in art direction and creative strategy across various industries. Currently serving as Associate Creative Director - Lifestyle at Red Wing Shoe Co. since February 2021, Ani previously held roles as Art Director in Heritage Marketing. As a freelance creative since July 2017, Ani has collaborated with notable clients such as HBO Vice and UNICEF. Previous positions include Senior Art Director at Solve, Art Director at Swift Agency and Periscope, and Consumer Research at Idea Greenhouse-Minnesota. Ani began a professional journey as a Creative Intern at ONEArmenia and has experience in photography with George Street Photo & Video. Ani earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Advertising from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design.