Margeaux McClelland
Art Direction | Graphic Design | Illustration
Art Direction | Graphic Design | Illustration
Curiosity is the flowing spring that feeds all creativity.
Curiosity for the world keeps the mind and heart open without judgements. Thanks to curiosity I'm always learning about a new interest and investing in diverse experiences. That wealth of research and activity is the battery for my creative thinking whether I'm solving a design puzzle or interacting with a unique personality. My ability to iterate creative solutions and direct teams with confidence is supported by years of asking, "What if...," "How does it...," and "Why this way?" Always nurture that niche interest; see where the rabbit hole takes you. Always nurture curiosity.
As an Art Director I utilize finesse in communication, leadership, creative solutions, and organization. The human element of leading is crucial as is the ability to problem solve at a high level to find a path forward.
I draw together over fifteen years of professional experience as an illustrator and designer working in film, education tech, and products to lead teams in creating impactful results and delightful work. All of my prior jobs, hobbies, and curiosities play a role in enriching my ability to direct work and make informed decisions.
When the challenges of leading projects have been daunting, my grit and willingness to collaborate have never let me down.
Projects
Clear vision, high-quality decisions, and effective collaboration reinforced my contributions to two unique games as an Art Director and designer.
With brand-level thinking, I built and taught a scalable design system that sharpened visual identity and inspired delight in users.
Design, type, and illustration combine in my continuing quest to expand my mastery of visual communication.
My lifelong passion for illustration has taught me the tools for strategic thinking and visual problem solving that I use for meaningful art direction and design.
With color, texture, and lighting my background painting and 3D texture painting imparts depth to the storytelling of animated features.
With the skills learned through public speaking, I translate creative ideas into shared goals through clear communication and heart-first leadership.
Breaking free of the minimum requirements is where creativity flourishes. Nurturing my curiosity through sketching, painting, and exploring the world via art is how I keep my inspirations and spirit fresh. We can all use more playtime in our lives.