Laura McMillen

Laura (Peterson) McMillen is a seasoned creative professional with extensive experience in design and product development. Currently serving as Creative Director at Shutterfly since September 2013, Laura leads the in-house design team for the Shutterfly and Tiny Prints brands, overseeing the creative direction for a diverse range of products including cards, stationery, books, calendars, home decor, and gifts. Formerly, as Managing Art Director at Shutterfly, Laura managed the cards and stationery design sector, directing a team of five and driving revenue through innovative collections. Prior experience includes Art Director at Clever Factory, where Laura managed departments that significantly increased sales to major retailers, and Design Strategist at Mars Petcare, where brand identity and product packaging for leading pet food lines were developed. Early career roles included working as a Graphic Designer/Product Developer for Paul Brent Designer, creating collections for major retailers. Educational qualifications include a BFA in Fine Arts/Graphic Design from Troy University and a Graduate Diploma from Scuola Internazionale di Grafica.