Kelly Masek Niday
About Kelly Masek Niday
Kelly Masek Niday is an accomplished Art Director with extensive experience in creative design and advertising. She has worked for notable companies including Nebraska Furniture Mart and Mutual of Omaha, and currently serves as Art Director at Oriental Trading Company.
Current Role at Oriental Trading Company
Kelly Masek Niday serves as the Art Director at Oriental Trading Company, a position she has held since 2007. In this role, she oversees various creative projects, including directing photo shoots for catalog covers, page features, website images, and email photography. She collaborates with both adult and child models to produce engaging visual content that aligns with the company's branding and marketing strategies. Additionally, she is a member of the Rewards and Recognition Committee, where she develops and coordinates events aimed at enhancing employee engagement.
Previous Experience at Nebraska Furniture Mart
Prior to her current role, Kelly worked at Nebraska Furniture Mart for 14 years, from 1993 to 2007. She held the position of Assistant Advertising Manager and Creative Design Lead. Her expertise in Macintosh computers and software led to her recruitment for this role. During her tenure, she received several quarterly Quality Awards and was nominated for the Presidents’ Award, recognizing her contributions to the company's advertising and creative efforts.
Career at Mutual of Omaha
Kelly began her career at Mutual of Omaha, where she worked as a Copy Artist from 1984 to 1993 for nine years. She was among the first employees to utilize the Macintosh Apple computer in her work, employing software such as Quark Xpress and Photoshop. This early adoption of technology positioned her as a key contributor in the creative department, enhancing the quality and efficiency of the company's advertising materials.
Educational Background
Kelly Masek Niday studied at Daniel J Gross Catholic High School, where she focused on Art/Art Studies from 1979 to 1983. She furthered her education at the College of St. Mary, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Graphics and Business from 1985 to 1989. Her academic background provided her with a strong foundation in both artistic and technical skills, which she has applied throughout her career in various creative roles.