Taylor Whitlock Smith
About Taylor Whitlock Smith
Taylor Whitlock Smith is a Senior Art Director currently working at Grey in New York. With a background that includes roles at MullenLowe Group, VaynerMedia, and BYU AdLab, he has developed a strong portfolio in art direction and advertising.
Work at Grey
Taylor Whitlock Smith currently serves as a Senior Art Director at Grey, a position held since 2024. In this role, Taylor works in a hybrid capacity from New York, United States. The responsibilities include overseeing creative projects and collaborating with teams to produce impactful advertising campaigns.
Previous Experience at MullenLowe Group
Prior to joining Grey, Taylor held multiple positions at MullenLowe Group. Taylor worked as an Art Director for four months in 2021 and previously served as a Junior Art Director from 2019 to 2021 for two years. Taylor also completed a two-month internship as an Art Director Intern in 2019.
Experience at VaynerMedia
Taylor worked at VaynerMedia from 2021 to 2023. Initially, Taylor served as an Art Director before being promoted to Senior Art Director in 2023, a role held for six months. During this time, Taylor contributed to various creative projects and campaigns.
Education and Expertise
Taylor studied at Brigham Young University from 2014 to 2019, focusing on Art Direction within the Advertising program. This educational background provided a foundation for Taylor's career in advertising and design, emphasizing both creativity and strategic thinking.
Background at BYU AdLab
Before entering the professional advertising field, Taylor gained experience as an Art Director at BYU AdLab from 2017 to 2019. This role involved working on real-world projects, allowing Taylor to develop skills in creative direction and collaboration.