Michelle Willems
About Michelle Willems
Michelle Willems is a Retail Support Specialist and Design Director with extensive experience in art direction and design for major music and entertainment companies, currently based in Brooklyn, New York.
Current Role at Huemen Harmon Kardon
Michelle Willems is currently working as the Design Director at Huemen Harmon Kardon. She began this role in September 2019. At Huemen Harmon Kardon, Michelle is responsible for overseeing design projects, focusing on creating innovative visual concepts. Her role includes directing the design process to ensure alignment with brand guidelines and market trends. Based in Brooklyn, New York, Michelle contributes to the creative landscape of both her company and the city.
Experience with Unicef USA
Michelle Willems has been working as a Freelance Art Director for Unicef USA since 2018. In this position, based in New York, New York, she provides creative direction for various projects, primarily focusing on editorial and branding design. Her responsibilities include concept development, overseeing photo shoots, and ensuring that all design elements align with Unicef’s objectives and visual standards.
Previous Work at Comedy Central
Michelle Willems has had multiple stints at Comedy Central in New York, New York. She served as a Freelance Art Director in 2017 for nine months and as a Freelance Design Director from 2010 to 2011 for five months. During her time there, she worked on various creative projects, providing design direction and ensuring the alignment of visual content with Comedy Central’s brand guidelines.
Academic Background
Michelle Willems studied at the School of Visual Arts, where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Graphic Design from 1986 to 1989. She also attended the Fashion Institute of Technology, where she achieved an Associate of Arts degree in Illustration and Fashion from 1984 to 1986. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in visual arts, enhancing her expertise in design and art direction.
Work at Mtv Brand Creative
From 2015 to 2016, Michelle Willems worked as a Design Director at Mtv Brand Creative. During this period, she was responsible for leading creative projects, including branding and advertising. Her role involved concept development, art direction for photo shoots, and ensuring that all design work met the visual standards and objectives of Mtv.