Amy Stevens
About Amy Stevens
Amy Stevens is a Sr. Manager of Content Design and Copy Director with extensive experience in copywriting and creative direction across various industries. She has held key positions at notable companies and is passionate about mentoring and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Work at Klaviyo
Amy Stevens currently serves as the Senior Manager of Content Design and Copy Director at Klaviyo, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she has successfully built a Content Design discipline within the Design and R&D teams during her first six months. She has expanded her team to include marketing copywriters, which has broadened her responsibilities across both R&D and Marketing. Her work involves regular collaboration with cross-functional partners in product design, research, and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Amy Stevens has a diverse educational background. She studied Journalism and Advertising at the University of Kentucky, earning a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.). She furthered her education at The Creative Circus, where she achieved a degree in Copywriting. Amy holds a Master's degree in Communication with a specialization in Organizational Communication from Queens University of Charlotte. Additionally, she completed a program in Leading with Analytics at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.
Background
Amy Stevens has extensive experience in the creative and marketing fields, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. Her career includes positions as a Copywriter at notable agencies such as Arnold Worldwide, Leo Burnett, and Wieden+Kennedy. She also served as an Associate Creative Director at SapientNitro and VML. Prior to her current role at Klaviyo, she worked at Allstate for four years, where she held the position of Associate Creative Director and UX Writing Lead.
Achievements
Amy Stevens has received recognition for her creative work through prestigious awards, including The One Show, National Addy Awards, and Cannes. She was awarded The One Show’s Patrick Kelly Scholarship Award as a copywriting student, which facilitated an internship at Wieden + Kennedy. Her passion for mentoring is evident in her commitment to fostering growth in individuals she manages or mentors, advocating for a supportive environment for her team.
Teaching Experience
Amy has contributed to the education sector as a Copywriting Instructor at several institutions. She taught at the Chicago Portfolio School from 2008 to 2015, and at The Creative Circus from 2007 to 2008. Additionally, she served as a Copywriting Instructor at the Academy of Art University from 2012 to 2013. Her teaching roles reflect her dedication to sharing knowledge and nurturing the next generation of creative professionals.