Susan Mc Namara
About Susan Mc Namara
Susan McNamara serves as the Graphic Design Lead for EMEA at OtterBox, where she has worked since 2013. She has a background in graphic design and digital technology, with previous roles including Graphic Design Manager at Otter Products and owner of DMdesign.
Current Role at OtterBox
Susan Mc Namara serves as the Graphic Design Lead for the EMEA region at OtterBox. She has held this position since 2013, accumulating over 11 years of experience in this role. Based in County Cork, Ireland, she focuses on leading graphic design initiatives that align with the company's branding and product strategies. Her responsibilities include overseeing design projects and ensuring that the visual aspects of OtterBox products meet industry standards.
Previous Experience at Otter Products
Prior to her current role, Susan worked at Otter Products as the Graphic Design Manager for the EMEA region from 2019 to 2021. During her two years in this position, she managed design teams and contributed to the development of marketing materials and product designs. Her experience at Otter Products enhanced her skills in art direction and creative problem solving within the consumer electronics sector.
Education and Expertise
Susan Mc Namara studied at Munster Technological University from 1995 to 1998, where she completed a three-year program. She later attended the Digital Skills Academy, achieving a BSc in Digital Technology and Design from 2016 to 2017. Her education has provided her with a strong foundation in design principles and new technologies, which she applies in her current role.
Entrepreneurial Background
Before joining OtterBox, Susan was the owner of DMdesign from 2007 to 2010. During this three-year period, she managed her own design business, gaining valuable experience in client relations and project management. This entrepreneurial background has contributed to her understanding of the design industry and its demands.
Contract Role at OtterBox
Susan briefly worked as a Contract Graphic Designer at OtterBox from 2011 to 2012 for nine months. This role allowed her to gain initial exposure to the company's design processes and culture, paving the way for her long-term career with OtterBox.