Carrie Kneitel
Creative Director based in Los Angeles
I believe in the power of creative thinking to solve difficult problems. I have looked to creativity my whole life to understand what it means to speak visual languages. With experience across a wide range of design disciplines, I specialize in art direction and building brands. My approach is intuitive: I break down messaging to its core and design it clearly with your brand as my guiding light.
I have worked in both print and digital; this mashup of experience and expertise allows me to approach projects with a unique and enlightened point of view. The results are fresh and timeless.
My broad range of creative experiences provide me with a deep knowledge base. I’ve been a web designer for the Internet’s most cutting-edge start-ups and co-founded a clothing line called Edward an. I also had my own design firm before joining Museum of Tolerance and Simon Wiesenthal Center as their Creative Arts Director. I’ve worked with entertainment companies, fashion industry, automobile, non-profits, food industry and many other unique start-ups.
Blending my skills of art and design, color is king. My inspiration emerges from my passions -- pottery, painting, illustration, texture, and typography. When designing a brand, I think big-picture first and foremost. I’m not looking to give clients a short-term solution. I am designing memorable brands, built to last.
I thrive in low-ego, inclusive, and collaborative environments. I place a high value on creativity and integrity. I get excited by brands and ideas that endeavor to make a positive impact on the world.
Skills
Creative Leadership and strategy
Art direction
Graphic design
Digital design
App design
Website design
Print design
Illustration
Packaging design
Adobe Creative Suite; InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Active learner, team player
Things I love
Thinking different
An Art filled, inclusive world
Contributing to change and world betterment
Purpose & meaning
Nature
Connection
Pottery made by hand
323.428.8462 | carrie@carriekneitel.com