Jeb Woodard
About Jeb Woodard
Jeb Woodard serves as the Senior Director of Creative Art & Design at Exploding Kittens, Inc., where he has worked since 2021. He has a diverse background in creative roles, including a long tenure at DC Comics, and holds multiple degrees in creative writing, business management, and science fiction studies.
Work at Exploding Kittens
Jeb Woodard has served as the Senior Director of Creative Art & Design at Exploding Kittens, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he leads the creative art team, focusing on the development and publication of award-winning party games. His responsibilities include reimagining and revitalizing archival material to appeal to a younger, modern audience. Woodard also acts as a liaison with the Executive team to ensure that their vision is effectively realized in the creative output of the company.
Previous Experience at DC Comics
Prior to his current position, Jeb Woodard had an extensive career at DC Comics, where he worked for 14 years in various roles. He started as a Senior Pre-Press Artist from 2001 to 2003, followed by a position as Production Coordinator for 9 months in 2005. He later became the Group Editor for Collected Editions, serving from 2006 until 2020. His experience at DC Comics contributed to his expertise in creative art and design.
Education and Expertise
Jeb Woodard holds a Bachelor's degree in Creative Writing & Literature from Sarah Lawrence College, where he studied from 1997 to 2000. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Fordham Gabelli School of Business, focusing on Communications and Media Management and Business Management from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he earned a Master of Arts (MA) in Science Fiction Studies from the University of Liverpool in 2004. He also attended Bennington College for a year in 1996.
Creative Leadership and Vision
In his role at Exploding Kittens, Jeb Woodard leads the creative art team, guiding the artistic direction and design of games. His leadership has resulted in the publication of games that have received awards for their creativity and engagement. Woodard's ability to connect with the Executive team ensures that the creative vision aligns with the company's goals and objectives, facilitating a cohesive approach to game development.