Summary
J Mckern is a seasoned senior designer with nearly three decades of creative experience, currently shaping visual communications at Whitman College since 2018. Previously a long-tenured Senior Art Director at Coffey Communications, J brings deep expertise in branding, print and digital design honed across agency and educational environments. A published children's author, J melds narrative instincts with design thinking to create engaging, audience-focused work. Based in Walla Walla and holding a Purdue Computer Science connection (Class of ’21), J uniquely bridges visual design with an appreciation for technical workflows. Known for steady leadership and a knack for distilling complex ideas into clear visual stories, J thrives on projects that combine craftsmanship with purpose.
9 years of coding experience
22 years of employment as a software developer
Central Washington University