Growth oriented + strategic creative leader.

Misty Marquis (pronounced märˈkē), an Afro-Caribbean native from St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, who earned a BFA in Graphic Design from Georgia State University. Her career has spanned more than a decade, blending a Fine Arts background with a Graphic Design concentration, encompassing art direction, design, and illustration.

Misty's adaptability and forward-thinking in digital transformation has been integral to crafting solutions that resonate with modern consumers through the use of human computer interaction (HCI), information architecture (IA), and a solid understanding of web accessibility guidelines (WCAG).

Motivated by a straightforward mission, “to craft unforgettable and joyful experiences,” Misty makes a great creative partner who can bring your brand's story to life. Currently establishing roots in the Twin-Cities, Misty faces the challenges of their long winters with her steadfast sidekick, Woods 🐶.

Experience

UX Visual Designer + Art Director / Flamenco Creative / Jan 2020 - Present

Sr. Art Director / Alteryx / May 2022 - Mar 2023

Art Director / Target / Mar 2019 - Mar 2022

Art Director / ICF Next (formally OLSON) / Oct 2016 - Jul 2018

Interactive Designer / AAA Minneapolis / Jan 2015 - Oct 2016

Graphic Designer / Impact Partnership / Apr 2014 - Oct 2014

Graphic Designer / Robert Half / May 2013 - Mar 2014

Graphic Design Artist / Finished Art Inc. / Jul 2012 - Apr 2013

Education

BFA, Graphic Design,
Georgia State University • Sep 2007 - May 2012

UX Product Design, Certification
Springboard • Sept 2023 - April 2024

Leadership

01. Empowerment

02. Feedback

03. Hands-On

04. Encouragement

05. Recognition

Values

01. Friends + Family

02. Self-care

03. Growth

04. Collaboration

05. Fun

Strengths

01. Communication

02. Input

03. Resolve

04. Activator

05. Arranger