Kendra Cowans
About Kendra Cowans
Kendra Cowans is the Director of Product Development at 9 Story Media Group, a position she has held since 2021. With extensive experience in product development and design, she previously worked at WarnerMedia and The Walt Disney Company in various roles over a span of more than a decade.
Work at 9 Story Media Group
Kendra Cowans has been serving as the Director of Product Development at 9 Story Media Group since 2021. In this role, she oversees the development of products that align with the company's creative vision. Her responsibilities include managing product design processes and collaborating with various teams to ensure successful project execution. Cowans' experience in product development contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience at WarnerMedia
Prior to her current role, Kendra Cowans worked at WarnerMedia as the Product Development & Design Manager for Hardlines from 2016 to 2021. In this capacity, she was responsible for leading product development initiatives and managing design teams. Her tenure at WarnerMedia provided her with valuable insights into the industry and honed her skills in product management.
Career at The Walt Disney Company
Kendra Cowans has an extensive background at The Walt Disney Company, where she held multiple positions over several years. She served as a Senior Designer for Footwear, Headwear, and Hosiery in Softlines Product Development from 2012 to 2014. Following that, she worked as a Design Manager for Stationery, Celebrations, and Greetings Product Development from 2014 to 2016. Earlier in her career at Disney, she held roles as a Senior Designer for Tween Home & Apparel and as an Accessories Designer, contributing to various product lines.
Educational Background
Kendra Cowans studied at Pratt Institute, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communications Design, focusing on Graphic Design from 2005 to 2009. She furthered her education at Art Center College of Design, achieving a degree in Industrial and Product Design. Her academic background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in product development and design.
Internship Experience
Before her professional career, Kendra Cowans gained practical experience through internships. She interned at Jerry Leigh of California in 2006, where she worked for three months. Additionally, she served as an Undergraduate Associate at The Walt Disney Company in 2008 and again in 2009, which provided her with foundational industry experience and insights into product development.