Brittney Spinner
About Brittney Spinner
Brittney Spinner is a designer with over a decade of experience, currently serving as a Design Specialist and Designer at The Urban Institute in the Washington D.C. Metro Area since 2017 and 2019, respectively. She specializes in creating interactive solutions that prioritize accessibility and effective communication, contributing to projects focused on housing and education integration.
Work at Urban Institute
Brittney Spinner has been employed at The Urban Institute since 2017, where she currently holds the position of Design Specialist. In this role, she has focused on creating interactive design solutions that cater to diverse narratives. She has contributed to significant initiatives, including the Housing Matters project, which addresses critical issues in housing policy. Her work emphasizes the importance of stakeholder communication to achieve effective outcomes in design.
Education and Expertise
Brittney Spinner has a strong educational background in design and communications. She earned an Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.) in Visual Communications/Graphic Design from Prince George's Community College, followed by a Bachelor's Degree in Digital Communications, Media Design & Production from the University of Baltimore. She further advanced her studies by obtaining a Master of Science (MS) in Interaction Design and Information Architecture from the same institution. Her education underpins her expertise in creating accessible and inclusive design solutions.
Background
Brittney Spinner began her career in design as a Graphic Design Intern at Prince George's Community College, where she worked for ten months from 2012 to 2013. She later served as a Graphic Design Tutor at the same institution for two years, helping students develop their design skills. Following her internship, she worked as a Junior Designer at Greysteel for eleven months before joining The Urban Institute. Her diverse experiences have shaped her approach to design, focusing on effective communication and aesthetic appeal.
Professional Experience
Brittney Spinner has accumulated over a decade of experience in the design field. Her roles have included positions at Prince George's Community College as both an intern and tutor, and as a Junior Designer at Greysteel. Since 2017, she has been involved in various projects at The Urban Institute, where she specializes in designing solutions for large audiences, including conferences with up to 500 guests. Her professional journey reflects a commitment to creating designs that are both beautiful and functional.
Design Philosophy
Brittney Spinner's design philosophy centers on accessibility, inclusivity, and effective communication. She specializes in interactive design solutions that resonate with diverse audiences. Her approach involves ensuring that designs not only meet aesthetic standards but also serve practical purposes. She emphasizes the importance of stakeholder communication throughout the design process, which she believes is crucial for achieving successful outcomes in any project.