Jonathan Carnehl
About Jonathan Carnehl
Jonathan Carnehl is an Art Director at Kohl's and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, with extensive experience in graphic design and illustration.
Current Position at Kohl's
Jonathan Carnehl currently holds the position of Art Director at Kohl's, a role he has been in since 2021. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, he leverages his extensive experience in graphic design and management. One of his notable contributions includes creating original Disney graphics in-house. He also collaborates with external partners on prominent properties such as Star Wars, Marvel, DC, Pokémon, Minecraft, and Fortnite.
Adjunct Assistant Professor at Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design
Since 2019, Jonathan Carnehl has been serving as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design. In this role, he imparts his expertise in illustration and board game design to students. His academic involvement highlights his commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists and designers.
Previous Roles at Kohl's
Before becoming an Art Director, Jonathan Carnehl held various positions at Kohl's. He was an Art Manager from 2015 to 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and served as an Artist from 2011 to 2015 in Menominee Falls, Wisconsin. He began his journey at Kohl's as a Freelance Graphic Artist from 2010 to 2011. In these roles, he significantly contributed to the company's visual and creative strategies.
Freelance and Early Career
Jonathan Carnehl's early career includes freelance work and positions at different organizations. From 2016 to 2011, he was a Freelance Illustrator. He also worked at the Wisconsin Hospitality Group, LLC first as a Graphics Manager for three months in 2011 and as a Graphic Designer from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he worked at Creatonomy as a Graphic Designer from 2008 to 2009.
Educational Background
Jonathan Carnehl earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration and Communication Design from the Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, where he studied from 2005 to 2009. His education has provided a solid foundation for his successful career in the arts and design industries.
Board Game Design Studio - Crossbow Games
Jonathan Carnehl founded a board game design studio called Crossbow Games. Since 2016, he has worked on over a dozen published board games, making this a notable side-hustle that complements his professional work. His role in board game design showcases his versatility and passion for creative projects beyond traditional graphic arts.