Maia Mc Donald Smith
About Maia Mc Donald Smith
Maia McDonald Smith is an Art Director at Minted since 2022, with a background in graphic design and a focus on sustainability. She co-founded Bitte, an e-commerce brand, and has held various design roles, including Art Director at Rue Magazine and Graphic Designer at Shopbop.com.
Work at Minted
Maia Mc Donald Smith has been serving as an Art Director at Minted since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the creative vision and execution of various design projects, aligning with Minted's mission to provide unique and personalized products. Her experience in the field enhances the brand's aesthetic and overall market presence.
Education and Expertise
Maia Mc Donald Smith studied Graphic Design at Madison Area Technical College, where she earned an Associate Degree of Applied Arts from 2005 to 2007. Additionally, she has attended Peninsula College. Her educational background provides a strong foundation in design principles, which she applies in her professional roles.
Background
Maia Mc Donald Smith began her career as a Design Intern at Planet Propaganda in 2007, where she gained initial industry experience. She then worked as a Graphic Designer at Shopbop.com from 2007 to 2011. Following that, she held the position of Creative Coordinator at Williams-Sonoma, Inc. for five months in 2011. From 2012 to 2020, she served as Art Director at Rue Magazine, further developing her skills in visual storytelling and brand development.
Achievements
Maia co-founded Bitte, an e-commerce brand that emphasizes sustainable, modern kids' classics. Under her leadership, Bitte experienced significant growth, particularly in social media, amassing over 70,000 followers. Her efforts contributed to meeting and exceeding company growth goals during her tenure from 2015 to 2021.