Kiara Craig
About Kiara Craig
Kiara Craig serves as the Director of Design Operations at Red Ventures, a position she has held since 2022. She has extensive experience in project management and creative operations, having worked for various companies including PetSmart and Serta Simmons Bedding.
Work at Red Ventures
Kiara Craig serves as the Director of Design Operations at Red Ventures, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she oversees design processes and operations, ensuring that projects align with the company's strategic goals. Her experience in design operations contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the design team, facilitating collaboration across various departments.
Previous Experience in Marketing and Project Management
Before joining Red Ventures, Kiara Craig accumulated extensive experience in marketing and project management. She worked at FabCom - Integrated Strategic Marketing as an Account Executive Project Manager for 11 months in 2014. Following this, she held the position of Division Director at The Creative Group from 2014 to 2015, and later served as a Print Buyer at PetSmart from 2015 to 2016. Her diverse roles have provided her with a strong foundation in managing client relationships and project execution.
Career Progression in Creative Operations
Kiara Craig's career in creative operations includes significant roles at several organizations. She worked as a Creative Project Manager at PetSmart from 2016 to 2019, and then transitioned to OH Partners as a Senior Project Manager in 2019. She returned to OH Partners as a Creative Operations Manager from 2020 to 2021. Most recently, she was employed at Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC as a Creative Operations Manager from 2021 to 2022, where she focused on enhancing operational efficiency within creative teams.
Education and Expertise
Kiara Craig earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Communication and Media Studies from Arizona State University. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for effective communication and project management in the design and marketing sectors. This foundation supports her current role in design operations, where she applies her knowledge to lead teams and manage projects.