Betsy Becker
About Betsy Becker
Betsy Becker is an Art Director at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK, where she has worked since 2014. She manages the illustration budget for Columbus Monthly magazine, mentors design interns, and fosters team bonding through a Culture Club initiative.
Work at Gannett
Betsy Becker has served as Art Director at Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK since 2014. In this role, she is responsible for art directing and styling photo shoots for Columbus Monthly magazine. She manages the illustration budget and oversees the hiring of illustrators, ensuring that the visual elements align with the magazine's editorial vision. Her contributions have been integral to the magazine's aesthetic and overall presentation.
Education and Expertise
Betsy Becker earned a Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design from Kent State University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in design principles and practices, which she applies in her professional work as an Art Director. Her expertise encompasses various aspects of design, including illustration, photography, and team management.
Background
Before joining Gannett, Betsy Becker worked as a Graphic Designer at Fechtor Advertising from 2012 to 2014. This two-year experience in advertising helped her develop skills in visual communication and project management. Her transition to the role of Art Director at Columbus Monthly allowed her to expand her responsibilities and influence within the design community.
Achievements
Betsy Becker has initiated several programs to enhance workplace culture at Columbus Monthly. She developed a Culture Club aimed at fostering team bonding and camaraderie among staff members. Additionally, she is actively involved in mentoring design interns, contributing to the professional development of emerging designers in the field.