Kris Lindquist

About Kris Lindquist

Proven Creative Director, Manager, Leader and Strategic Partner._ Over 25 years of experience evolving brands through visual identity and storytelling._ Over 10 years of experience leading and mentoring creative teams._ Creative leader who collaborates cross-functionally with other departments to build consensus._ Experience includes every part of the creative process across a variety of deliverables including print, digital, online, video, broadcast, music, and voice.Clients have included Allstate, Best Buy, Cargill, Cole Haan, Converse, Cook Medical, GE, Guthrie Theater, Habitat for Humanity, HEAL Africa, Holabird & Root, IBM, Lowe’s, Mythic Paint, Sappi, Securian Financial, Sony, State of Minnesota, Target, Time Warner Cable, Toyota Trucks, U.S. Bank and Wells Fargo.

Experience

1. Director, Brand Creative

   Cambria

   Sep 2021 — Present · Eden Prairie, MN, US

   Lead, mentor and inspire the design team to produce first-class work that is incomparable and accurately reflects the core DNA of the organization._ Oversee the day-to-day activities of traditional designers, digital designers and copywriters._ Cast a creative vision for the organization and lead larger initiatives and campaigns._ Develop brand/creative strategy based on audiences and desired outcomes._ Assign, manage and review all design work to ensure adherence to brand and corporate standards._ Elevate creative output to elevate customer experiences._ Provide direction and approval on all creative content including photography and videography._ Facilitate and lead weekly design meetings to gain alignment and discuss a variety of topics._ Create a culture of creative excellence.

Education

• Bethel University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing

  1989 — 1992