Mari Hall
About Mari Hall
Mari Hall is a Senior Art Director at Wizards of the Coast, where she has worked since 2021, following a five-year tenure as Art Director and a two-year role as Graphic Designer at the same company. With over 15 years of experience in design, she specializes in creating art briefs and directing in-game avatars for MTG Arena.
Work at Wizards of the Coast
Mari Hall has been serving as the Senior Art Director at Wizards of the Coast since 2021. In this role, she art directs in-game avatars for MTG Arena and leads creative concept pushes for packaging. Prior to her current position, she worked as an Art Director at the same company from 2016 to 2021, where she contributed to various projects for five years. Her experience at Wizards of the Coast also includes a role as a Graphic Designer from 2014 to 2016.
Education and Expertise
Mari Hall studied Graphic Design at North-West University / Noordwes-Universiteit, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from 2001 to 2006. She has over 15 years of experience in print and structural design, showcasing her expertise in creating art briefs and commissioning art for packaging, posters, and marketing assets. Her proficiency includes tools such as Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, Teams, and Confluence.
Professional Background
Before joining Wizards of the Coast, Mari Hall held various graphic design positions. She worked at Mott MacDonald from 2010 to 2013, Joint Aide Management from 2006 to 2007, and NWC from 2007 to 2009. Additionally, she briefly worked at The Creative Group in 2014. Her diverse background in graphic design has contributed to her comprehensive skill set in the field.
Personal Interests
Mari Hall has a passion for design, packaging, and art commissions. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys photography, cooking, gaming, and collecting art books. She is also an avid traveler and has a particular fondness for museums, art, and architecture, citing the Sagrada Familia as one of her most memorable experiences.
Future Aspirations
Mari Hall plans to pursue an MBA in the future, indicating her desire to further her education and expand her professional capabilities. This ambition reflects her commitment to personal and professional growth within the creative industry.