“The details are not the details. They make the design” Charles Eames

My design journey began with an MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan. Immersed in an environment of exceptional design, I developed a lifelong passion for visual storytelling.

For over 15 years, I honed my expertise in typography, composition, and visual hierarchy as an art director and designer for premier publishing companies such as Hearst, Meredith, and Scholastic.

Today, I bring that deep creative discipline to the digital space. Working with Merck Pharmaceuticals’ Vaccine Confidence team, I design unbranded digital marketing campaigns—spanning responsive website redesigns, dynamic animated banners, and high-impact conference assets—tailored for both consumers and healthcare professionals.

At the core of my work is a love for solving complex problems. By bridging the gap between technology and human-centered design, I strive to make critical information accessible, intuitive, and engaging for everyone.

My 2 other passions are playing squash, my dog Pico and my cat Molly.

amandajkirk5@gmail.com