Hello, my name is...Kendra Stepp-Davis

She/Her/Hers

kendrasteppdavis.com 

ksd@kendrasteppdavis.com

Experience

Artist Assistant , Blessing Hancock

September 2023 to Present | Remote

Establishes systems and protocols to manage up to 10 large-scale public art installations simultaneously, ensuring efficient operations and project success. Oversees and manages a cross-functional team, including social media managers, PR consultants, fabricators, art departments, and engineers, to meet project goals and deadlines. Represents the artist in meetings, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and maintaining detailed project documentation. Leads efforts to secure new opportunities by ensuring clear communication and up-to-date information across teams. Additionally, manages fabrication, installation, and dedication processes to ensure seamless project execution.

Creative Producer ,Codecademy

June 2024 to October 2024 | Remote

Oversaw creative operations, managing end-to-end execution across teams, partners, and agencies. Directed global campaigns spanning TV, OOH, press, digital, and social channels, with expertise in digital platforms such as email, websites, apps, and social media. Demonstrated a passion for people management by mentoring creative and production teams, fostering collaboration and professional growth. Excelled at aligning stakeholders on project goals, timelines, and deliverables while establishing scalable production processes to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Ensured high-quality results across multi-channel initiatives through clear communication and meticulous oversight.

Project Manager, Burns Group 

September 2023 to March 2024 | Remote

I established and launched project management protocols and workflows for a creative and strategic consultancy, collaborating cross-functionally with teams across growth, creative, copy, research, and freelancers to ensure project timelines and pitch deadlines were met. I played a key role in onboarding consultants, integrating them into the project management software, Monday.com, and developing internal processes for ongoing agency work and marketing initiatives. Additionally, I helped produce a workshop in collaboration with the Harvard School of Public Health, engaging marketing, public health, and wellness brands to innovate strategies. I managed event logistics, including sourcing catering and securing a venue for 20 esteemed guests, and handled outreach and post-event communications.

Art Producer at She Likes Cutie

September 2022 to December 2023

Liaised directly with clients and artists to ensure art deliveries met project and contract specifications. Collaborated with artists to maintain project schedules and align all deliverables with client feedback. Managed ongoing projects by gathering specifications and ensuring delivery expectations were met. Coordinated with production partners, including producers, video directors, animators, digital developers, and photographers, to fulfill project requirements. Sourced and researched business opportunities to generate new revenue streams.

Senior Creative Producer at Bombas

October 2020 to June 2022

Managed campaign workflows with cross-functional teams, including creative, merchandising, marketing, sourcing, and legal departments, to ensure a cohesive creative approach across lifestyle and e-commerce initiatives. Oversaw a team consisting of a junior producer, asset manager, and e-commerce producer to successfully execute projects. Managed a budget exceeding $1 million by forecasting, allocating resources, tracking expenses, negotiating contracts, and ensuring projects stayed on schedule and within financial constraints. Additionally, created and maintained a comprehensive database of on-set creatives, including makeup artists, stylists, photographers, and digital techs.

Content Producer, Bombas

January 2019 to October 2020

Graphic Designer , Bombas

October 2018 to January 2019

Junior Graphic Designer, Bombas

September 2016 to September 2018

Career Highlights

The Full Set

A 20-foot-tall inflatable sculpture created in collaboration with Mz. Icar, celebrating the beauty of Black culture and the artistry of acrylic nails. This piece was featured at Blink Cincinnati 2022, showcasing a new nail design titled Their Flowers. Most recently, it was shown at the Airing of the Quilts in Gee's Bend, Alabama.

Project Management

Developed and implemented a comprehensive project management system using Monday.com at Burns Group NYC, revolutionizing workflows for pitches, client projects, and internal marketing initiatives. Designed the system to include detailed timelines, clear project goals, and streamlined research management, significantly improving team efficiency and collaboration. Oversaw a team of six, including one full-time employee and five freelance consultants, ensuring seamless execution of projects while meeting tight deadlines and delivering high-quality outcomes.


Bombas Underwear Launch

Collaborated cross-functionally with Merchandising, Site Merchandising, UX/UI, Creative, and Strategy teams to develop a cohesive creative language for the underwear launch. Successfully assembled a size-inclusive crew and talent to support the campaign, highlighting six shades of nudes across the full size range.


The Xbox X Brooklyn Nets 

Conceptualized and executed a hyper-local event for Xbox in collaboration with the Brooklyn Nets, commemorating the team’s 10th anniversary in Brooklyn. Showcased Brooklyn’s vibrant culture through partnerships with local vendors, including Lip’s Cafe, Mz. Icar Collective, and Seed Brooklyn, creating an authentic block party experience. Featured food, games, music, and giveaways to highlight the strong connection between Xbox, the Nets, and the Brooklyn community.


Black Hive Collection

Led the creative ideation, execution, and production of a photoshoot featuring 13 members of Bombas' Black Hive, the company's group for Black employees, including myself. Collaborated with an entirely Black crew, including photographer Mark Clennon, and ensured Black-owned catering was part of the production. Beyond creative contributions, was honored to be elected by peers to serve as the press representative for the collection.


Leadership & Team Management

Oversaw and managed a multidisciplinary team, including social media managers, PR consultants, fabricators, art departments, designers, lighting designers, and engineers, to meet project goals and timelines. Led efforts to secure new opportunities by maintaining accurate, up-to-date information and facilitating clear communication across teams. Managed fabrication, installation, and dedication schedules while proactively addressing challenges to ensure projects stayed on track.


Skills

Project Management | Vendor Relations | People Management | Budget Management | Creative Production | Creative Operations | Client Relations

Technical Expertise

Adobe Creative Suite | Google Workspace | Dropbox | MacOS | Microsoft Office 365 | iWork

Technical Proficiency

Asana | Monday.com | Trello | Figma | Jira | Airtable | Smartsheets | Notion | Procreate | Zoom | Digital Asset Management (DAM) Systems | Metadata

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