Stuart Knowlan

Stuart Knowlan is a seasoned creative professional with extensive experience in leadership roles within the advertising industry. Currently serving as Creative Director at TrendyMinds since January 2026, Knowlan previously held the position of VP, Creative Director at Red Letter Communications from July 2018 to December 2025, with earlier titles including Creative Director and Associate Creative Director. Prior to that, Knowlan was an Associate Creative Director and Art Director at Osborn Barr Paramore (OBP) from July 2013 to July 2018, and worked as an Art Director at GSD&M from August 2011 to July 2013. Knowlan began the career with internships as an Art Director at TRG and Rodgers Townsend, DDB in 2010 and 2007, respectively. Academic credentials include a Master's degree in Art Direction from VCU Brandcenter and a Bachelor's degree in Journalism with an emphasis in Advertising from the University of Missouri-Columbia.