Jen Walsh

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ABOUT JEN WALSH

I’m a multidisciplinary Design Director with 10+ years of experience building and scaling brands across culture, commerce, and technology.I’m currently a Design Director at Andreessen Horowitz, based in San Francisco. Originally from the UK, I bring a global perspective shaped by agency and in-house roles, and a career that spans consumer brands, emerging technology, and venture-backed companies.My work focuses on end-to-end brand building; from early positioning and visual systems through execution and scale. I’ve led the development of comprehensive brand identities, packaging and product design (working directly with vendors on complex builds), promotional and editorial campaigns, and brand-led photoshoots. My experience also spans UX/UI, event identities, infographics, and integrated print and digital systems. I’m a skilled illustrator and often use illustration as a tool for storytelling and differentiation.After leading design for globally recognized consumer brands; including my role as Art Director at John Paul Mitchell Systems, where I oversaw design for Awapuhi Wild Ginger, Pro Tools, and MITCH, I intentionally pivoted into the technology and venture capital space. I joined Andreessen Horowitz as a designer leading creative for the firm’s Bio + Health vertical, and was promoted to Design Director in 2024. In this role, I oversee a small team of designers, guide creative output across multiple internal teams, and partner closely with the Creative Director on larger brand and creative strategy. I’m also deeply involved in conceptualizing and building the next chapter of the a16z brand.I began my career in the UK at multidisciplinary agencies before relocating to the U.S. to join the global headquarters of John Paul Mitchell Systems. Since then, I’ve designed across industries including technology, healthcare and life sciences, beauty, entertainment, hospitality, and food and beverage.Notable clients and collaborators include Andreessen Horowitz, Paul Mitchell, MTV, Nickelodeon, Universal Music Studios, Soap & Glory, and BP.