Kelly Engstrom
About Kelly Engstrom
Kelly Engstrom is a Creative Project Manager with over a decade of experience in both agency and in-house settings. She has held various roles in notable companies, including Russell Stover Chocolates and Hallmark Cards, and possesses strong skills in Adobe Creative Cloud and integrated marketing.
Current Role at Tinuiti
Kelly Engstrom serves as a Creative Project Manager at Tinuiti, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing creative projects, ensuring they align with client objectives and are delivered on time. Her experience in project management within the marketing and advertising sectors contributes to her effectiveness in this role.
Previous Experience in Creative Project Management
Prior to her current position, Kelly Engstrom worked in various roles related to creative project management. She was a Creative Project Manager at Sprint from 2016 to 2017 and held the same title at Barkley from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she served as a Creative Traffic Manager at Russell Stover Chocolates for 10 months in 2020 and as a Creative Project Leader at Hallmark Cards in 2019.
Educational Background
Kelly Engstrom studied at Johnson County Community College, where she earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences in Graphic Design from 2003 to 2007. She also attended Kansas State University, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Public Relations during the same period. This educational background supports her expertise in creative project management and marketing.
Experience in Marketing and Advertising
Engstrom has over a decade of experience in both agency and in-house settings, showcasing her versatility in different work environments. Her expertise includes integrated marketing and advertising, as well as social media management, which are essential for modern marketing strategies. She has managed projects related to consumer goods, highlighting her niche area of expertise.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Kelly Engstrom's early career includes various positions that contributed to her skill set. She worked as a Senior Graphics and Production Coordinator at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce from 2009 to 2012 and as a Designer at The Washington Examiner from 2008 to 2009. Additionally, she gained experience as an intern for U.S. Senator Chuck Hagel in 2005, which provided her with insights into political communications.