Graphic Design
Rockstar

Renee Kao is a multidisciplinary art director and visual designer focused on the entertainment and music industry.

With her knowledge of print, web, and mobile platforms, Renee succeeds in adding uniqueness and something new to the brands she works for.


Renee is dedicated to personal growth by regularly acquiring new design skills and exploring new applications to stay up to date with industry trends and practices.

+ EDUCATION

California Polytechnic State
University San Luis Obispo

BFA in Art and Design, Concentration in Graphic Design

+ EXPERIENCE

Capitol Records
Graphic Designer
June. 2024–Current

Universal Music Group
Graphic Designer
May. 2023–Current

SMUGGLER
Art Director
Aug. 2023–Current

Shabang Music Productions
Art Director
Jan. 2022–Current

The Grand Distro
Graphic Designer
Nov. 2022– Aug. 2023

Red Light Management
Creative Intern
Jun. 2022– Sept. 2022

Darkroom Agency
Design Intern
May 2022–Aug. 2022

.WAV Zine
Co-Founder and
Creative Director
Jun. 2020–Jun. 2022

Wondery
Graphic Design Intern
Feb. 2021–Aug. 2021

KCPR Radio
Art Director
Nov. 2018–Jun. 2020

+ CLIENTS

Universal Music Group
Capitol Records
Google
Rockstar
Spotify
Etsy
Creative Riff
Max Styler
John Summit
Wynn Nightlife
Wondery
Stacey Ryan
Maggie Rogers
Jennifer Hudson
Samara Joy
Ela Taubert

+ DESIGN SKILLS

Branding
Packaging Design
Treatment Design
Editorial Layout
Photo Manipulation 
Typography
Animation
Motion Graphics

+ CONTACT

E: renee.m.kao@gmail.com

IG: @reneekaos

LI: Renee Kao