Marisa McKay

About Marisa McKay

With a vibrant trajectory at Applied Invention, my role as a Design Manager blends project management prowess, certified by PMP®, with a nuanced understanding of the creative design process. Our team\'s collaboration with visionaries like Danny Hillis and Jeff Bezos on The Clock of the Long Now exemplifies our dedication to innovation and sustainability in design.As the Design Manager for SottoStudios, I helped to develop and lead a world-class team of artists, artisans and designers, in the creation of world-class bespoke furniture, art, and architectural design. This experience solidified my expertise in design management and team leadership, ensuring that each project delivered on the highest levels to our discerning standards and clients.

Experience

1. Design Manager

   Applied Invention

   Jan 2016 — Present · Burbank, CA, US

   Design Management for The Clock of the Long Now in collaboration with Danny Hillis, Jeff Bezos and the Long Now Foundation. Design Management for commercial Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) project in development.

Education

• Highline College

  AA, English, Theatre

  1993 — 1995

• South Seattle College

  AA, English

  1994 — 1995

Skills

• Event Planning
• Radio
• Illustrator
• Film
• Television
• Experiential Marketing
• Entertainment
• Film Production
• Social Media
• Mac
• Project Management
• Fashion Design
• Keynote
• Interior Design
• Branding
• Clients & Profits
• Print Production
• Set Design
• Indesign
• Scenic Carpentry
• Trello
• Photoshop
• Sketchup
• Apparel
• Event Management
• Performing Arts
• Promotions
• Art Direction
• Merlin
• Marketing
• Architecture
• Space Planning
• Creative Direction
• Art
• Production Design
• Concept Design
• Advertising
• Media Production
• Concept Art
• Decoration